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

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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

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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 

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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

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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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Orland Fire Protection District celebrates firefighter promotions

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Orland Fire Protection District celebrates firefighter promotions

Orland Fire Protection District celebrates firefighter promotions Orland Park, IL — The Orland Fire Protection District held a promotional ceremony on Thursday, February 26, 2026 recognizing five firefighters. Congratulations are extended to Orland Fire Protection District Lieutenants Michael Pericht and Jonathan Kendra, Engineers Jeff Anderson and Jason Smith, and Director of Dispatch Operations Des Breese…

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Hastings builds on missing persons identification methods

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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

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

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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

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

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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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Preckwinkle and Pappas announce on-time First Installment tax bills, ensuring prompt distributions to taxing agencies

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Preckwinkle and Pappas announce on-time First Installment tax bills, ensuring prompt distributions to taxing agencies

Preckwinkle and Pappas announce on-time First Installment tax bills, ensuring prompt distributions to taxing agencies Property owners face an important tax deadline in the coming weeks, and Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle and Treasurer Maria Pappas are encouraging residents to plan ahead and take advantage of available payment tools. First Installment property tax bills…

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Statement of Attorney Jeffery M. Leving on the Death of the Rev. Jesse Jackson

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Statement of Attorney Jeffery M. Leving on the Death of the Rev. Jesse Jackson Statement of Attorney Jeffery M. Leving on the Death of the Rev. Jesse Jackson CHICAGO, February 17, 2026 – The following is the statement of attorney Jeffery M. Leving on the death of his friend, the Rev. Jesse L. Jackson: “The…

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John Harrell: Legacy of Rev. Jesse L. Jackson fuels foundation of civil rights for all

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John Harrell: Legacy of Rev. Jesse L. Jackson fuels foundation of civil rights for all Chicago, IL — John Harrell, co-founder of Black Men United and Pastor of both Proviso M.B.C. in Maywood and Chicago Northside New Hope M.B.C churches, issued the following statement mourning the passing of the Rev. Jesse L. Jackson today, Tuesday,…

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Hastings working towards stronger consumer protections for Illinois families

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Hastings working towards stronger consumer protections for Illinois families

Hastings working towards stronger consumer protections for Illinois families Subscription services often make canceling an active subscription difficult and convoluted in order to make customers give up or forget to cancel the service. In response, State Senator Michael E. Hastings introduced legislation designed to protect Illinois consumers from hidden fees and confusing subscription contracts. “This…

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State Representative Stephanie Kifowit Endorses Neil Khot for Congress in IL-08

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State Representative Stephanie Kifowit Endorses Neil Khot for Congress in IL-08

State Representative Stephanie Kifowit Endorses Neil Khot for Congress in IL-08 AURORA, IL — Illinois State Representative Stephanie Kifowit today announced her endorsement of Neil Khot for Congress in Illinois’ 8th Congressional District, citing his record of standing up for veterans, protecting reproductive rights, and showing up for the community. “As a United States Marine…

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Orland Fire to host Coffee & Conversation Feb 25 on: Protecting your Finances, Info for Seniors, & Staying Safe

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Orland Fire to host Coffee & Conversation Feb 25 on: Protecting your Finances, Info for Seniors, & Staying Safe

Orland Fire to host Coffee & Conversation Feb 25 on: Protecting your Finances, Info for Seniors, & Staying Safe Orland Park, IL — The Orland Fire Protection District and Fire Chief Kevin Doyle will host the next “Coffee & Conversation” on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, from 10 am until 12:00 pm at the OFPD Board…

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Orland Fire Protection District cautions homeowners on using alternative sources for heat inside homes

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Orland Fire Protection District cautions homeowners on using alternative sources for heat inside homes

Orland Fire Protection District cautions homeowners on using alternative sources for heat inside homes OFPD, IL – Officials of the Orland Fire Protection District on Thursday cautioned homeowners on using alternative sources of heat for their homes, warning they could easily cause fires. With the cost of heating a home rising, many homeowners have turned…

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Orland Fire announces dates for popular Kid Camp and Junior Cadet programs

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Orland Fire announces dates for popular Kid Camp and Junior Cadet programs

Orland Fire announces dates for popular Kid Camp and Junior Cadet programs The Orland Fire Protection District announced this week the scheduled dates for the popular and upcoming Kids Camp (June 15) and the Junior Cadet program (June 16), urging parents to mark their calendars for the events and for registration. OFPD Program Coordinator Betsy…

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