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The Public Loves “Maria the Pappas” the new memoir from Maria Pappas The new Memoir by Maria Pappas on her early life experiences that led her to successful public service NOW AVAILABLE: CLICK HERE to Order the Memoir NOW from Amazon.com (News media, contact us for review copies; visit the website MariaThePappas.com and contact the…
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Leving Saved Father-Daughter Bond from Being Torn Apart By Laura Reichel No father should ever fear losing his child forever. Unfortunately for one Illinois dad, that fear became a reality. Dad was horrified to learn that the mother of his ten-year-old daughter petitioned the court for an Order of Protection against him, accusing him of…
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Wilson calls out Johnson, Giannoulias for corruption, abuse of Chicago taxpayers Mayoral Candidate Willie Wilson says both Johnson and Giannoulis are “Bankrupt on Ethics” CHICAGO, IL — Mayoral candidate Dr. Willie Wilson today released the following statement blasting Mayor Brandon Johnson after news reports stated that he is using taxpayer money to promote his own…
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Illinois State Fair announces Edge-of-Your-Seat entertainment lineup in The Arena From thrilling competitions to family-friendly entertainment, the Arena will once again be the site of some of the Illinois State Fair’s most popular events in 2026. “We are excited to once again offer a diverse lineup of family-friendly entertainment that will keep fairgoers of all…
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Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas celebrates Columbian Independence Day Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas hosted a Colombian Independence Day Celebration on Wednesday, July 29, 2026 in the Treasurer’s Office. The event was attended by Consul General Diego Alexander Angulo Martínez of the Consulate of Colombia in Chicago. The event recognized the rich history, culture, and…
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Three firefighters honored with promotions by Orland Fire Protection District Thursday Orland Park, IL – The Orland Fire Protection District (OFPD) confirmed the promotions of three firefighters on Thursday to the ranks of Engineer, Lieutenant and Battalion Chief during ceremonies at the Fire District’s board room celebrated by family, friends and firefighters. Deputy Fire Chief…
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Cook County Board of Review Opens 2026 Property Tax Appeal Season on Monday, July 27 Chicago, IL – Tuesday, July 21, 2026 – The Cook County Board of Review (CCBOR) will officially open the 2026 property tax appeal season on Monday, July 27, providing homeowners, businesses, and property owners across Cook County the opportunity to…
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Northbrook West/Citation Lake Stormwater Project earns highest-priority ranking from Metropolitan Water Reclamation District Northfield Township Road District’s Phase II project placed in Group 1, the top tier, of MWRD’s 2026 Stormwater Partnership Program; construction could begin as early as 2027 NORTHBROOK, Illinois (July 21, 2026) — The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (MWRD)…