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The levy: It’s not a dam, but it is a word you should know! Since I first stepped into my office 27 years ago, one question has repeatedly come up: “Why do my property taxes always go up?” It’s a valid concern. At the heart of the answer is something called the tax levy. Simply…
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Leving Team Reunited Florida Dad with Young Daughter After Mother’s Tragic Death By Laura Reichel The Leving team was victorious in court, winning a very complex, tough and emotional case for dad. After their client’s young daughter’s mother tragically passed away and while the little girl was still grieving, the mother’s family members reportedly tried…
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Village of Orland Park to Host Summer of Free Concerts at Centennial Park West The Village of Orland Park invites residents and visitors to enjoy a summer filled with free live music at Centennial Park West (15609 Park Station Blvd). Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and enjoy the entertainment at one of the…
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Podcaster Marc Sims interviews Arab News columnist/writer Ray Hanania Podcaster Marc Sims interviews Ray Hanania, columnist and writer with Arab News newspaper, the leading English language newspaper in the Gulf, and the Southwest Regional Press newspaper chain on Chicago’s Southwest and West side and suburbs. Hanania and Sims discusses politics and the issue of the…
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Chicago Father Reunited with Son After Fierce Legal Battle Chicago, IL – June 12, 2026 — A Chicago father has been reunited with his young son following a court order requiring the child’s return after he was taken across state lines. The case involved a married couple whose relationship separated several months earlier when the mother…
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Orland Fire Officially Promotes new Fire Chief John Purtill and Command Staff Deputy Chief John Purtill was sworn in Tuesday (June 9, 2026) as the new Fire Chief/Administrator for the Orland Fire Protection District at a ceremony held at the Orland Civic Center. OFPD Board President Beth Damas Kaspar opened the meeting, and she and…
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Treasurer Maria Pappas to Unveil Indonesian Language Property Tax Guide Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas is inviting the public to the unveiling of her office’s newest multilingual property tax brochure. The tax guide has been translated into Indonesian and will be showcased during a special ceremony at 2 p.m. Thursday, June 11. The event will…
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Treasurer Pappas to Host Philippine Independence Celebration Featuring Traditional Dance Following Daley Plaza Flag Raising Ceremony Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas and the Philippine Independence Week Committee will commemorate Philippine Independence with a reception on June 10 to honor distinguished Filipino American civic, business, cultural and community leaders whose contributions have strengthened Cook County and…