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Leving Stopped Adoption Proceedings So Dad Could Raise His Own Child By Laura Reichel A Chicago father learned that his unborn child was being set up to be placed for adoption with total strangers in another state without his prior knowledge or his consent. Terrified that he could lose his child before ever having the…
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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…
Illinois Tollway projects 8.5 million drivers over Labor Day Holiday Weekend “Sit Tight. Choose Right.” offers drivers roadside safety advice. The number is slightly higher than the number of motorists during the same period last year, 8.2 million drivers With more than 8.5 million vehicles anticipated to travel over the extended Labor Day weekend, the…
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Orland Mayor Dodge’s Veterans Golf Classic Sells Out Player Spots Sponsorships Available to Support Local Veterans Among Sellout Crowd. The popularity of Mayor Dodge’s event is a reflection of his strong support in Orland Park in the face of constant lies and bickering from the former disgraced mayor ousted by Dodge’s election Registration for player…
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Local Fashion store AKIRA to feature release of popular annual Maria Pappas Calendar for 2027 By Staff Writer What began as a creative way for Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas to connect with the public has become an annual tradition and one of the most sought-after calendars in Chicago, this year featuring fashions designed by…
Politicians, community leaders, national activists and celebrities join community to support Getty for Congress Politicians, community leaders, national activists and celebrities attended a rally of more than 800 community members on Thursday, August 27, 2026, at the Gibsons Restaurant in Oak Brook to support Chris Getty’s candidacy for the 4th Congressional District for Congress. By…
Leving Team Protected Young Boy from Reported Pipe-Wielding Mother at School By Laura Reichel Every child deserves to feel safe. But when dad’s young son was suddenly and allegedly placed in the middle of a frightening confrontation at his school, dad feared that his child’s safety, stability, and education were all at risk. Dad called…
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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…