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Bedford Park launches programs to separate sewer and water pipes to address flooding concerns Bedford Park, IL – The Village of Bedford Park, Bedford Park staff, the Village Board, and Mayor David Brady are working on options to help prevent damage to homes caused by rainfall flooding that impacted the Southwest region this past summer….
We Can Help You Understand Your Property Taxes—In Nearly Any Language By The Cook County Treasurer Understanding Cook County’s property tax system can be a challenge even for people born and raised here. Words like “assessments,” “exemptions,” and “multipliers” aren’t part of everyday conversation. For many homeowners, deciphering a tax bill feels like solving a…
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Trump White House coverage ban on CNN, MS Now and Politico will backfire Ray Hanania on Politics podcast (YouTube and Podbean) discusses President Trump’s politically stupid ban on CNN, MS Now and Politico. Media bans only strengthen the media. I know firsthand By Ray Hanania 09-22-26 Ray Hanania on Politics. Political Opinion Political Columnist Political…
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Cook County Treasurer to Host Central American Independence Day Reception Following Daley Plaza Flag Raising Ceremony The Cook County Treasurer and the Consuls General from Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, and Costa Rica will commemorate Central American Independence with a reception honoring the cultural contributions of Chicago’s Central American community. The ceremony will follow the annual…
Chicago matched record year-end high $3.2 billion in Property Taxes in TIF accounts on January 1, 2026 By Tom Tresser A review of the 2025 annual reports of Chicago’s 108 active Tax Increment Financing Districts (TIFs) by researchers with the TIF Illumination Project has revealed some startling facts about local government finance. The TIF Illumination…
Treasurer Pappas Hosts Ukrainian Independence Day Reception Following Daley Plaza Flag Raising Ceremony Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas commemorated Ukrainian Independence Day with a reception featuring live traditional music and honoring the contributions and achievements of Ukrainian Americans in Cook County. The reception followed the annual Ukrainian Independence Day Flag Raising Ceremony in Daley Plaza…
Bedford Park Fire Department celebrates the addition of two new Fire Engines Friday Bedford Park, IL – Bedford Park Fire Chief Daniel Johnson and members of the Bedford Park Fire Department on Friday, August 28, will dedicate two new Fire Trucks. Officials said the public is invited to attend as the Fire Department conducts a…
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Treasurer Pappas Hosts Pakistan Independence Day Reception After Daley Plaza Flag Raising Ceremony Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas and Pakistan’s Consul General to Chicago Zaman Mehdi commemorated Pakistan’s Independence with a reception honoring the rich cultural heritage, achievements and contributions of Pakistani Americans throughout Cook County. The celebration followed the annual Independence Day Flag Raising…