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Pfleger publicity stunts do nothing to stop violence
Pfleger publicity stunts do nothing to stop violence Father Plfeger organized a protest of community residents and activists to block traffic on the Dan Ryan Expressway recently to … Click to Read
Term limits undermine the rights of voters to choose
Term limits undermine the rights of voters to choose The push to impose term limits isn’t being done by the voters or the public. It’s being led by … Click to Read
Xfinity-Comcast excels at providing remote access
Xfinity-Comcast excels at providing remote access Whatever issues might exist with WiFi services, Xfinity-Comcast does offer the best remote access to your cable TV account, far better than any … Click to Read
Apple makes life miserable for anyone hoping to watch a movie
Apple makes life miserable for anyone hoping to watch a movie In theory, Apple’s system of movies sounds great. But unfortunately, it isn’t developed for normal human beings. … Click to Read
Preckwinkle rumored to be mulling soda tax revival
Preckwinkle rumored to be mulling soda tax revival Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle took office with a promising future as an elected official concerned about all of … Click to Read

BREAKING NEWS

Harlem Avenue closed because of large bakery fire at 84th Street
Harlem Avenue closed because of large bakery fire at 84th Street 5:10 pm Tuesday July 17, 2018 The Bridgeview Police Department has ordered Harlem Avenue closed in both directions around 84th Street at the scene of a major fire. Police officials urged motorists not to approach the intersection and suggested that they detour along 79th …
Governor vetos bill that would restrict interstate voting checks
Governor vetos bill that would restrict interstate voting checks Veto of Bill No.: SB 2273. Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner released the following statement in vetoing SB 2273 which would prohibit interstate checking of voter registration Today I veto Senate Bill 2273 from the 100th General Assembly, which would limit the State of Illinois to participation in …

BOB BONG ON BUSINESS

Landek helps cut ribbon on remodeled McDonalds
Landek helps cut ribbon on remodeled McDonalds Bob Bong on Business By Bob Bong Salvation Army store closed in Bridgeview The Salvation Army Family Store and Donation Center in Bridgeview remains closed after the front … Click to read more
Rock ’n’ roll restaurant backed by KISS stars coming to Oak Lawn
Rock ’n’ roll restaurant backed by KISS stars coming to Oak Lawn Two new restaurants, including one affiliated with KISS stars Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley, will highlight the beginning of phase two of the … Click to read more

STATEWIDE NEWS

Governor vetos bill that would restrict interstate voting checks
Governor vetos bill that would restrict interstate voting checks Veto of Bill No.: SB 2273. Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner released the following statement in vetoing SB 2273 which would prohibit interstate checking of voter registration Today …
Rauner vetos bill to reorganize Metro East Sanitary District
Rauner vetos bill to reorganize Metro East Sanitary District Gov. Rauner vetoes SB 2368. Stops manipulation of local government balance of power, in St. Louis region. Gov. Bruce Rauner today vetoed Senate Bill 2368, saying it …
Term limits undermine the rights of voters to choose
Term limits undermine the rights of voters to choose The push to impose term limits isn’t being done by the voters or the public. It’s being led by political candidates who just can’t seem to …
Hurley Celebrates Special Olympics’ 50th Anniversary
Hurley Celebrates Special Olympics’ 50th Anniversary With July marking the 50th anniversary of the creation of Special Olympics, state Rep. Fran Hurley, D-Chicago, a board member of Special Olympics Illinois, is highlighting the organization’s legacy …

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