Category: Government

Jesse White Alerts Consumers to Beware of Flood-Damaged Cars Caused by Hurricane Ian

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Jesse White Alerts Consumers to Beware of Flood-Damaged Cars Caused by Hurricane Ian

Jesse White Alerts Consumers to Beware of Flood-Damaged Cars Caused by Hurricane Ian Secretary of State Jesse White says titles for potential flood vehicles will be closely scrutinized in an extra effort to protect consumers Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White is alerting consumers interested in purchasing used vehicles to beware of flood-damaged cars resulting…

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Crime, Flooding, Government, National, News, NewsWire, Suburban Chicagoland, Transportation

USCIS Extends COVID-19-related Flexibilities

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USCIS Extends COVID-19-related Flexibilities

USCIS Extends COVID-19-related Flexibilities U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services is extending certain COVID-19-related flexibilities through Jan. 24, 2023, to assist applicants, petitioners, and requestors. Under these flexibilities, USCIS considers a response received within 60 calendar days after the due date set forth in the following requests or notices before taking any action, if the request…

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Sean Casten launches new TV Ad slamming extremists in 6th District race

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Sean Casten launches new TV Ad slamming extremists in 6th District race

Sean Casten launches new TV Ad slamming extremists in 6th District race U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (D-IL) released a new TV Ad Monday Oct. 24, 2022 that highlighting his opponent’s extreme anti-choice views, like his support of overturning Roe and letting states pass a ban on abortion with zero exceptions for rape or incest. The…

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U.S. Attorney Alexander M.M. Uballez releases information ahead of November 2022 General Election

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U.S. Attorney Alexander M.M. Uballez releases information ahead of November 2022 General Election

U.S. Attorney Alexander M.M. Uballez releases information ahead of November 2022 General Election United States Attorney Alexander M.M. Uballez announced today that Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) Jeremy Peña will lead the efforts of his office in connection with the Justice Department’s nationwide Election Day Program for the upcoming November 8, 2022, general election. AUSA…

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Civil Rights, Crime, elections, Federal, Government, News

Justice Department Announces Charges and Arrests in Two Cases Involving Export Violation Schemes to Aid Russian Military

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Justice Department Announces Charges and Arrests in Two Cases Involving Export Violation Schemes to Aid Russian Military

Justice Department Announces Charges and Arrests in Two Cases Involving Export Violation Schemes to Aid Russian Military In Two Separate Cases, Charges Filed Against Two Companies and Half a Dozen Individuals Arrested for Alleged Illegal Sale and Export of Powerful Dual-Use Technologies In separate charges unsealed today in the U.S. Attorneys’ Offices for the Eastern…

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Business, Crime, Federal, Government, Law, National, News, Ukraine

Hurley Highlights Upcoming IDOT Workshops for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program

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Hurley Highlights Upcoming IDOT Workshops for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program

Hurley Highlights Upcoming IDOT Workshops for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program State Rep. Fran Hurley is encouraging qualifying disadvantaged small businesses to participate in a series of upcoming virtual workshops for the Illinois Department of Transportation’s (IDOT) Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program. “The DBE program supports local businesses, and helps in the construction of infrastructure across…

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Senator Hastings presents $610,000 state grant to Orland Fire to enhance regional 911 emergency system

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Senator Hastings presents $610,000 state grant to Orland Fire to enhance regional 911 emergency system

Senator Hastings presents $610,000 state grant to Orland Fire to enhance regional 911 emergency system Illinois Senator Michael Hastings joined officials of the Orland Fire Protection District on Thursday to announce the award of a $610,000 State Grant to enhance the district’s regional 911 emergency system and “save more lives.”  Fire Chief Michael Schofield and several…

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Chicago Tribune Endorses Sean Casten in Re-Election as he prepares for Woman’s Rights forum

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Chicago Tribune Endorses Sean Casten in Re-Election as he prepares for Woman’s Rights forum

Chicago Tribune Endorses Sean Casten in Re-Election as he prepares for Woman’s Rights forum The Chicago Tribune on Thursday October 20, 2022 announced it has endorsed U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (D-IL) in his re-election campaign for the 6th Congressional District. In the endorsement, the Tribune praised Rep. Casten’s “reasoned, pragmatic approach to governance.” The Tribune…

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Cook County Commissioner Frank Aguilar hosts Family Resource Fair at district office

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Cook County Commissioner Frank Aguilar hosts Family Resource Fair at district office

Cook County Commissioner Frank Aguilar hosts Family Resource Fair at district office Commissioner Aguilar will be joined by representatives from Illinois Department of Health, Cook County Health to Provide Residents with Health and Family Services. What: Second Annual Family Resource Fair When: Saturday, October 22nd, from 10:00am – 2:00pm Where: Commissioner Aguilar’s District Office, 7833…

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“Policy Forum Report Shows Sales Tax Critical to Local Government” in Milwaukee County

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“Policy Forum Report Shows Sales Tax Critical to Local Government” in Milwaukee County

“Policy Forum Report Shows Sales Tax Critical to Local Government” in Milwaukee County County Executive Crowley’s third budget issues no major cuts to critical services, highlights the crucial role sales tax plays in stabilizing the county’s finances Last month, County Executive David Crowley introduced the 2023 Recommended Budget which prioritizes targeted investments in public health…

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Study shows tax investors exploit property tax laws targeting Black, Latino communities

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Study shows tax investors exploit property tax laws targeting Black, Latino communities

Study shows tax investors exploit property tax laws targeting Black, Latino communities New Pappas study: Tax investors exploit Illinois property tax law they shaped to reap millions in profits from Black and Latino communities. Homeowners and governments losing out on important funding A new study from the Cook County Treasurer’s Office reveals that hedge funds,…

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Chicago, Cook County, Government, News, Suburban Chicagoland, Taxes

From 8 Years Ago: 30 years isn’t too late to start at Regional News

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From 8 Years Ago: 30 years isn’t too late to start at Regional News

From 8 Years Ago: 30 years isn’t too late to start at Regional News Eight years ago, Columnist Ray Hanania returned to the original job he was offered in 1985 at The Regional News, one he had to turn down after being offered a job a week later by the Chicago Sun-Times. This column was…

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Orland Park Democrats organize strong rally for November 8 candidates

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Orland Park Democrats organize strong rally for November 8 candidates

Orland Park Democrats organize strong rally for November 8 candidates The Orland Park Democratic Organization headed by Beth McElroy Kirkwood hosted a forum and fundraiser to support Democratic candidates running in the November 8 elections. The event was held at Papa Joe’s Restaurant Wednesday night Oct. 12, 2022 and included nearly 30 candidates running for…

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Calandriello calls out Republican Mega-Donors Griffin and Uihlein for trying to influence election, buying seats on the Cook County Board

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Calandriello calls out Republican Mega-Donors Griffin and Uihlein for trying to influence election, buying seats on the Cook County Board

Calandriello calls out Republican Mega-Donors Griffin and Uihlein for trying to influence election, buying seats on the Cook County Board Beleaguered GOP incumbent Sean Morrison refuses League of Women Voters Palos/Orland Area invitation to debate, electing to hide behind his political donations and false political attacks Candidate for the 17th District of the Cook County…

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Cook County, elections, Government, News, Orland Park, Orland Township, Politics, Suburban Chicagoland

Illinois to receive $2,250,129,111 for roads, bridges under Democrats’ Infrastructure Law

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Illinois to receive $2,250,129,111 for roads, bridges under Democrats’ Infrastructure Law

Illinois to receive $2,250,129,111 for roads, bridges under Democrats’ Infrastructure Law On Oct. 13, 2022 U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) announced that Illinois will receive $2,250,129,111 from the historic Infrastructure Law to strengthen roads, bridges and tunnels across the state. “The Infrastructure Law is delivering historic investments to build safer, stronger, smarter roadways,” said Rep. Casten….

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Federal, Government, News, Suburban Chicagoland, Transportation

Bartlett Man Charged with Possession of Child Pornography

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Bartlett Man Charged with Possession of Child Pornography

Bartlett Man Charged with Possession of Child Pornography  A 49-year-old Bartlett man has been charged with possession of child pornography after investigators found he viewed numerous pornographic images and videos of children under the age of 13 on multiple social media apps, Cook County Sheriff Thomas J. Dart announced today.  The Cook County Sheriff’s Police…

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Cook County, Crime, Government, News, Suburban Chicagoland

Senator Hastings urges Illinoisans to work together to end stigma around mental health

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Senator Hastings urges Illinoisans to work together to end stigma around mental health

Senator Hastings urges Illinoisans to work together to end stigma around mental health As World Mental Health Day approaches on Oct. 10, State Senator Michael E. Hastings is urging Illinoisans to work together to end the stigma around mental health. Hastings (D-Frankfort) has spent his career advocating for mental health funding and support for residents…

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Government, Health, News, Suburban Chicagoland

Casten family thanks public for condolences over daughter’s untimely death

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Casten family thanks public for condolences over daughter’s untimely death

Casten family thanks public for condolences over daughter’s untimely death The Casten family has released the following statement on Friday Oct. 7, 2022: “This past June (13, 2022), our daughter, Gwen Casten, died of a sudden cardiac arrythmia. In layman’s terms, she was fine, and then her heart stopped. “We don’t know what caused the…

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