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Hastings files bill to protect homeowners from post-storm contractor scams

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Hastings files bill to protect homeowners from post-storm contractor scams

Hastings files bill to protect homeowners from post-storm contractor scams State Senator Michael E. Hastings filed legislation aimed at protecting Illinois homeowners from deceptive and high-pressure contractor practices that often follow severe weather and natural disasters. “After a major storm, families are overwhelmed and trying to protect their homes, not negotiate contracts on their front…

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Chicago Couple Among Nine Individuals Charged in Federal Drug Investigation

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Chicago Couple Among Nine Individuals Charged in Federal Drug Investigation

Chicago Couple Among Nine Individuals Charged in Federal Drug Investigation A federal drug investigation has resulted in criminal charges against nine individuals for allegedly trafficking cocaine in the Chicago area. The investigation, led by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Chicago Police Department, utilized covert surveillance operations, undercover narcotics purchases, and wiretapped communications to…

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Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas Endorses Richard Boykin for  7th Congressional District Seat

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Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas Endorses Richard Boykin for  7th Congressional District Seat

Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas Endorses Richard Boykin for  7th Congressional District Seat Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas is throwing her support behind former Cook County Commissioner Richard Boykin in his quest to become the next US Congressman in the 7th District. In her video announcement, Pappas points out that Boykin was one of her…

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City Paid Tens of Millions in Overtime to Potentially Ineligible Employees, OIG Finds

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City Paid Tens of Millions in Overtime to Potentially Ineligible Employees, OIG Finds

City Paid Tens of Millions in Overtime to Potentially Ineligible Employees, OIG Finds The City of Chicago Office of Inspector General (OIG) has published an advisory sent to the Department of Human Resources (DHR) and the Department of Finance (DOF) alerting them that from 2020 through 2024, the City paid $26.5 million in overtime to…

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Status of Temporary Restraining Order Against Former Mayor Keith Pekau

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Status of Temporary Restraining Order Against Former Mayor Keith Pekau

Status of Temporary Restraining Order Against Former Mayor Keith Pekau Status of Temporary Restraining Order Against Former Mayor Keith Pekau for Releasing Confidential Village Information On January 20, 2026, Cook County Circuit Court Judge Caroline Kate Moreland denied former Mayor Keith Pekau’s motion to dissolve the existing Temporary Restraining Order (TRO), allowing the Village’s lawsuit…

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Commissioner Frank J. Aguilar Hosts Open House at District Office

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Commissioner Frank J. Aguilar Hosts Open House at District Office

Commissioner Frank J. Aguilar Hosts Open House at District Office On Tuesday, January 13th, Commissioner Frank J. Aguilar hosted an open house at his district office. The event attracted over 50 attendees from throughout the district and connected residents to government, health, and community services. Joining Commissioner Aguilar and his office were staff from the…

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Candidate Ruzevich  shows unprecedented momentum in campaign for Congress

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Candidate Ruzevich  shows unprecedented momentum in campaign for Congress

Candidate Ruzevich  shows unprecedented momentum in campaign for Congress Joseph “Joey” Ruzevich shows an unprecedented level of momentum for a first-time candidate in the final months of 2025. Following the official launch of Joey’s campaign in October of 2025, expectations for a newcomer challenging an incumbent were low. However, an organic & insatiable desire for…

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Gill-Backed Law to Reduce Home Energy Costs

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Gill-Backed Law to Reduce Home Energy Costs

Gill-Backed Law to Reduce Home Energy Costs State Rep. Mary Gill, D-Chicago, passed key legislation to reduce home energy bills, providing both short and long-term relief to Illinois families as they faced rising energy costs.  “Families across our state are worried every time they receive their energy bills, and that should never be the case,”…

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