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Important News: TV producer detained by ICE among WGN TV lay offs

Posted on February 27, 2026February 27, 2026 By News Editor No Comments on Important News: TV producer detained by ICE among WGN TV lay offs
Important News: TV producer detained by ICE among WGN TV lay offs

Important News: TV producer detained by ICE among WGN TV lay-offs A producer who got caught up in protests against ICE and was detained is among the reporters and editorial workers laid off by WGN TV this past week. The lay-offs came as a surprise to all. Many good journalist, unfortunately, lost their jobs. Rumor…

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Important News: Sun-Times disclosure slams Giannoulias over campaign donor

Posted on February 27, 2026February 27, 2026 By News Editor No Comments on Important News: Sun-Times disclosure slams Giannoulias over campaign donor
Important News: Sun-Times disclosure slams Giannoulias over campaign donor

Important News: Sun-Times disclosure slams Giannoulias over campaign donor Secretary State Alexi Giannoulis has put himself in the spotlight, not by weighing a race for higher office, even before he completes the one he was just elected to serve in. But because of the huge collections of funds he is receiving for his election campaign…

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Hastings: new legislation could save homes, protect equity for families facing tax sales

Posted on February 27, 2026February 27, 2026 By News Editor No Comments on Hastings: new legislation could save homes, protect equity for families facing tax sales
Hastings: new legislation could save homes, protect equity for families facing tax sales

Hastings: new legislation could save homes, protect equity for families facing tax sales SPRINGFIELD — State Senator Michael E. Hastings is supporting legislation designed to provide critical relief to Cook County homeowners at risk of losing their homes in the county’s 2023 tax sale. Hastings, a chief co-sponsor on the bill, worked to pass the…

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Property Tax Exemptions: How Homeowners and Seniors Can Save on Taxes 

Posted on February 27, 2026February 27, 2026 By News Editor No Comments on Property Tax Exemptions: How Homeowners and Seniors Can Save on Taxes 
Property Tax Exemptions: How Homeowners and Seniors Can Save on Taxes 

Property Tax Exemptions: How Homeowners and Seniors Can Save on Taxes Column: Your Property Taxes with the Cook County Treasurer  Property taxes can be a financial burden but exemptions can reduce those costs by offering significant savings to property owners. There are three exemptions that do the most good for the most people.  They are…

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Lyons Mayor Chris Getty Announces Candidacy for Illinois’ 4th Congressional District

Posted on February 27, 2026February 27, 2026 By News Editor No Comments on Lyons Mayor Chris Getty Announces Candidacy for Illinois’ 4th Congressional District
Lyons Mayor Chris Getty Announces Candidacy for Illinois’ 4th Congressional District

Lyons Mayor Chris Getty Announces Candidacy for Illinois’ 4th Congressional District Videos of the announcement are at the end of the news story to view. Chicago, IL – Chris Getty, elected the youngest mayor in Illinois at age 26, announced Thursday that he is a candidate for Congress in Illinois’ 4th District, following U.S. Rep….

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Important News: TIF expert Tom Tresser on the push to fund new Bears stadium with taxpayer money

Posted on February 26, 2026February 26, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Important News: TIF expert Tom Tresser on the push to fund new Bears stadium with taxpayer money
Important News: TIF expert Tom Tresser on the push to fund new Bears stadium with taxpayer money

Important News: TIF expert Tom Tresser on the push to fund new Bears stadium with taxpayer money Important News brings you reporting and commentary that is important to our lives from other writers and news sources. In this post, TIF expert Tom Tresser discusses the downside of the rush to use tax dollars to fund…

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Hastings builds on missing persons identification methods

Posted on February 24, 2026February 24, 2026 By News Editor No Comments on Hastings builds on missing persons identification methods
Hastings builds on missing persons identification methods

Hastings builds on missing persons identification methods SPRINGFIELD — State Senator Michael E. Hastings is building on his missing persons investigation work by advancing legislation that would accelerate the timeline for critical forensic data being added to state and national databases. “Families dealing with a missing loved one should not have to wait for answers,”…

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Leving Team Reunited Dad with His Baby Girl After Shocking Abduction

Posted on February 24, 2026February 24, 2026 By News Editor No Comments on Leving Team Reunited Dad with His Baby Girl After Shocking Abduction
Leving Team Reunited Dad with His Baby Girl After Shocking Abduction

Leving Team Reunited Dad with His Baby Girl After Shocking Abduction By Laura Reichel A frantic dad was desperate for help after the mother of his infant daughter reportedly embarked on a campaign to cut him out of his daughter’s life forever. The Leving legal team took her to court and won. Failure was not…

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Leving Law Firm Matrimonial Law Seminar: Identifying Potential Medical Negligence and Catastrophic Injury Claims

Posted on February 23, 2026February 23, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Leving Law Firm Matrimonial Law Seminar: Identifying Potential Medical Negligence and Catastrophic Injury Claims
Leving Law Firm Matrimonial Law Seminar: Identifying Potential Medical Negligence and Catastrophic Injury Claims

Leving Law Firm Matrimonial Law Seminar: Identifying Potential Medical Negligence and Catastrophic Injury Claims By Laura Reichel CHICAGO — The nationally acclaimed Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving, Ltd. will host the next presentation of the Arthur S. Kallow Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Seminar Series on February 25th at 6:30 p.m. CST at 225 W….

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Important News: Support Dan Balanoff running for 8th SubCircuit District Judge

Posted on February 22, 2026February 22, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Important News: Support Dan Balanoff running for 8th SubCircuit District Judge
Important News: Support Dan Balanoff running for 8th SubCircuit District Judge

Important News: Support Dan Balanoff running for 8th SubCircuit District Judge An important judicial race that you should take the time to support when you vote on March 17, 2026, is that of Dan Balanoff. He’s not a political attorney, but a very competent Estate Planning and Probate Attorney. Make sure to give him your…

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Important News: Chicago Tribune endorses Patricia Joan “Trish” Murphy in 6th Cook County District

Posted on February 22, 2026February 22, 2026 By News Editor No Comments on Important News: Chicago Tribune endorses Patricia Joan “Trish” Murphy in 6th Cook County District
Important News: Chicago Tribune endorses Patricia Joan “Trish” Murphy in 6th Cook County District

Important News: Chicago Tribune endorses Patricia Joan “Trish” Murphy in 6th Cook County District The Chicago Tribune has endorsed Patricia Joan “Trish” Murphy for the important Cook County Board 6th District election in the Democratic Primary on March 17, 2026. The seat is held by Donna Miller who is retiring from that position and is…

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Important News: Just the News reports Giannoulias received $300,000 in trucking industry donations while allegedly issuing illegal licenses

Posted on February 22, 2026February 22, 2026 By News Editor No Comments on Important News: Just the News reports Giannoulias received $300,000 in trucking industry donations while allegedly issuing illegal licenses
Important News: Just the News reports Giannoulias received $300,000 in trucking industry donations while allegedly issuing illegal licenses

Important News: Just the News reports Giannoulias received $300,000 in trucking industry donations while allegedly issuing illegal licenses “Important News” is a feature that showcases published reporting by other news sources and platforms with attribution and links that might be of interest to readers. Just the News reported on Feb. 21, 2026 that Secretary of…

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Ryan Statement on Budget Preparation for More Affordable Illinois Following Budget Address

Posted on February 20, 2026February 20, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Ryan Statement on Budget Preparation for More Affordable Illinois Following Budget Address
Ryan Statement on Budget Preparation for More Affordable Illinois Following Budget Address

Ryan Statement on Budget Preparation for More Affordable Illinois Following Budget Address CHICAGO — Following the budget address delivered by Governor Pritzker on Wednesday, state Rep. Rick Ryan, D-Evergreen, is prepared to begin the long process of securing an affordable budget that will lower the cost of living for Illinois families and improve safety in…

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Hastings reacts to FY 27 budget proposal

Posted on February 20, 2026February 20, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Hastings reacts to FY 27 budget proposal
Hastings reacts to FY 27 budget proposal

Senator Michael Hastings reacts to FY 27 budget proposal SPRINGFIELD — After hearing the governor’s budget proposal for Fiscal Year 2027, State Senator Michael E. Hastings (D-Frankfort) released the following statement: “Our state budget faces real challenges, particularly with uncertainty in federal funding that supports Medicaid and essential services, including the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program….

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Senator Cory Booker Endorses Robin Kelly for U.S. Senate

Posted on February 20, 2026February 20, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Senator Cory Booker Endorses Robin Kelly for U.S. Senate
Senator Cory Booker Endorses Robin Kelly for U.S. Senate

Senator Cory Booker Endorses Robin Kelly for U.S. Senate CHICAGO – U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) today announced he is endorsing Robin Kelly for the U.S. Senate, citing Kelly’s exceptional leadership, proven track record of delivering for Illinois families, and their dedicated partnership tackling gun violence.  Kelly’s campaign continues to build momentum with Booker’s endorsement,…

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Pappas says pay property tax bills online now at cookcountytreasurer.com 

Posted on February 20, 2026February 20, 2026 By News Editor No Comments on Pappas says pay property tax bills online now at cookcountytreasurer.com 
Pappas says pay property tax bills online now at cookcountytreasurer.com 

Pappas says pay property tax bills online now at cookcountytreasurer.com  Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas will mail nearly 1.8 million Tax Year 2025 First Installment property tax bills by March 2. Payments are due Wednesday, April 1, 2026. But if you want the peace of mind that comes from paying early, you can make payments…

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Leving Legal Team Protected Falsely Accused Dad: No Jail Time

Posted on February 20, 2026February 20, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Leving Legal Team Protected Falsely Accused Dad: No Jail Time
Leving Legal Team Protected Falsely Accused Dad: No Jail Time

Leving Legal Team Protected Falsely Accused Dad: No Jail Time By Laura Reichel A terrified Chicago father found himself facing one of his biggest nightmares – the loss of his freedom and jail time. Desperate, he called attorney Jeffery Leving to safeguard his liberty and protect his future. The Leving legal team fought for him…

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Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas to Help Hispanic Homeowners Search for Refunds During February 19 Phone Bank with Telemundo Chicago

Posted on February 18, 2026February 18, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas to Help Hispanic Homeowners Search for Refunds During February 19 Phone Bank with Telemundo Chicago
Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas to Help Hispanic Homeowners Search for Refunds During February 19 Phone Bank with Telemundo Chicago

Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas to Help Hispanic Homeowners Search for Refunds During February 19 Phone Bank with Telemundo Chicago Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas is partnering again with Telemundo Chicago’s consumer unit, Telemundo Responde, to host a special phone bank, “Las Casas Latinas Importan,” on Thursday, February 19. The event will help Hispanic homeownersdetermine,…

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