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Preckwinkle and Pappas announce on-time First Installment tax bills, ensuring prompt distributions to taxing agencies

Posted on February 17, 2026February 17, 2026 By News Editor No Comments on Preckwinkle and Pappas announce on-time First Installment tax bills, ensuring prompt distributions to taxing agencies
Preckwinkle and Pappas announce on-time First Installment tax bills, ensuring prompt distributions to taxing agencies

Preckwinkle and Pappas announce on-time First Installment tax bills, ensuring prompt distributions to taxing agencies Property owners face an important tax deadline in the coming weeks, and Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle and Treasurer Maria Pappas are encouraging residents to plan ahead and take advantage of available payment tools. First Installment property tax bills…

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Statement of Attorney Jeffery M. Leving on the Death of the Rev. Jesse Jackson

Posted on February 17, 2026February 18, 2026 By News Editor No Comments on Statement of Attorney Jeffery M. Leving on the Death of the Rev. Jesse Jackson

Statement of Attorney Jeffery M. Leving on the Death of the Rev. Jesse Jackson Statement of Attorney Jeffery M. Leving on the Death of the Rev. Jesse Jackson CHICAGO, February 17, 2026 – The following is the statement of attorney Jeffery M. Leving on the death of his friend, the Rev. Jesse L. Jackson: “The…

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John Harrell: Legacy of Rev. Jesse L. Jackson fuels foundation of civil rights for all

Posted on February 17, 2026February 17, 2026 By News Editor No Comments on John Harrell: Legacy of Rev. Jesse L. Jackson fuels foundation of civil rights for all
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John Harrell: Legacy of Rev. Jesse L. Jackson fuels foundation of civil rights for all Chicago, IL — John Harrell, co-founder of Black Men United and Pastor of both Proviso M.B.C. in Maywood and Chicago Northside New Hope M.B.C churches, issued the following statement mourning the passing of the Rev. Jesse L. Jackson today, Tuesday,…

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Regional leaders endorse John Harrell for 8th Illinois House District

Posted on February 13, 2026February 13, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Regional leaders endorse John Harrell for 8th Illinois House District
Regional leaders endorse John Harrell for 8th Illinois House District

Regional leaders endorse John Harrell for 8th Illinois House District Chicago, IL – More than a dozen elected officials and regional leaders have endorsed John Harrell for the 8th Illinois House District representing the West Side of Chicago and West suburban communities. The co-founder of Black Men United and Pastor of both Proviso M.B.C. in…

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Hastings working towards stronger consumer protections for Illinois families

Posted on February 13, 2026February 13, 2026 By News Editor No Comments on Hastings working towards stronger consumer protections for Illinois families
Hastings working towards stronger consumer protections for Illinois families

Hastings working towards stronger consumer protections for Illinois families Subscription services often make canceling an active subscription difficult and convoluted in order to make customers give up or forget to cancel the service. In response, State Senator Michael E. Hastings introduced legislation designed to protect Illinois consumers from hidden fees and confusing subscription contracts. “This…

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Rep. Ryan Secures Funding for Special Bus Lane in Evergreen Park

Posted on February 13, 2026February 13, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Rep. Ryan Secures Funding for Special Bus Lane in Evergreen Park
Rep. Ryan Secures Funding for Special Bus Lane in Evergreen Park

Rep. Ryan Secures Funding for Special Bus Lane in Evergreen Park State Rep. Rick Ryan, D-Evergreen Park, has secured funding for the construction of a “queue jump” bus lane in Evergreen Park on 95th St. and Western Ave. that will allow buses a seven-second start at stoplights ahead of other lanes. “I’m thrilled that this…

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Treasurer’s website offers easy way to update property tax bill name and address information

Posted on February 13, 2026February 13, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Treasurer’s website offers easy way to update property tax bill name and address information
Treasurer’s website offers easy way to update property tax bill name and address information

Treasurer’s website offers easy way to update property tax bill name and address information Your Property Taxes with The Cook County Treasurer offers insight on services available at the Treasurer’s Office to homeowners  You may not look forward to receiving your property tax bill, but it’s crucial that you get it. Not getting it can…

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Early Voting Location Moves to Orland Park Civic Center for Upcoming Election Cycle

Posted on February 12, 2026February 12, 2026 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Early Voting Location Moves to Orland Park Civic Center for Upcoming Election Cycle
Early Voting Location Moves to Orland Park Civic Center for Upcoming Election Cycle

Early Voting Location Moves to Orland Park Civic Center for Upcoming Election Cycle The Village of Orland Park is pleased to announce that for the next early voting cycle, early voting will relocate from the Orland Township Building to the Orland Park Civic Center, located at 14750 S. Ravinia Ave. This change reflects the Village’s…

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