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The $2 billion wealth transfer: How Cook County’s property tax appeals system rewards businesses at the expense of homeowners

Posted on May 5, 2025May 5, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on The $2 billion wealth transfer: How Cook County’s property tax appeals system rewards businesses at the expense of homeowners
The $2 billion wealth transfer: How Cook County’s property tax appeals system rewards businesses at the expense of homeowners

The $2 billion wealth transfer: How Cook County’s property tax appeals system rewards businesses at the expense of homeowners Nearly $2 billion in property taxes shifted onto homeowners from businesses over just three years, with a disproportionate share of the added burden falling on lower-income Black and Latino homeowners, a first-of-its-kind analysis by the Treasurer’s…

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Illinois Legislature honors State Rep. Cyril Nichols in tribute resolution

Posted on January 17, 2025January 17, 2025 By News Editor No Comments on Illinois Legislature honors State Rep. Cyril Nichols in tribute resolution
Illinois Legislature honors State Rep. Cyril Nichols in tribute resolution

Illinois Legislature honors State Rep. Cyril Nichols in Tribute Resolution Video: State Rep. Cyril Nichols was one of the hardest-working members of the Illinois General Assembly. Despite his dedication to the needs of residents of his diverse 32nd House District that ran from Chicago to Bridgeview, we did not get the backing of the leadership…

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Cicero celebrates Mexican Independence with festivities and parade

Posted on September 13, 2023September 13, 2023 By News Editor 1 Comment on Cicero celebrates Mexican Independence with festivities and parade
Cicero celebrates Mexican Independence with festivities and parade

Cicero celebrates Mexican Independence with festivities and parade Cicero, IL — More than 25,000 people are expected to attend the celebration of Mexican Independence and El Grito this weekend in the Town of Cicero. The annual Cicero celebration, which begins Thursday, Sept. 14, will feature an array of popular Hispanic entertainment, a wide range of…

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Cook County Treasurer  analysis shows dramatic tax increases in Latino wards

Posted on December 2, 2022December 2, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Cook County Treasurer  analysis shows dramatic tax increases in Latino wards
Cook County Treasurer  analysis shows dramatic tax increases in Latino wards

Cook County Treasurer  analysis shows dramatic tax increases in Latino wards Cook County property tax analysis: Latino wards see dramatic increases; new state law, reassessments and controversial TIF funds result in higher taxes for most property owners As property tax bills land in Cook County mailboxes over the coming days, businesses and homeowners will likely…

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Study shows tax investors exploit property tax laws targeting Black, Latino communities

Posted on October 19, 2022October 19, 2022 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Study shows tax investors exploit property tax laws targeting Black, Latino communities
Study shows tax investors exploit property tax laws targeting Black, Latino communities

Study shows tax investors exploit property tax laws targeting Black, Latino communities New Pappas study: Tax investors exploit Illinois property tax law they shaped to reap millions in profits from Black and Latino communities. Homeowners and governments losing out on important funding A new study from the Cook County Treasurer’s Office reveals that hedge funds,…

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La agresiva respuesta de Cicero frente a la pandemia del COVID

Posted on August 20, 2021August 20, 2021 By News Editor No Comments on La agresiva respuesta de Cicero frente a la pandemia del COVID
La agresiva respuesta de Cicero frente a la pandemia del COVID

La agresiva respuesta de Cicero frente a la pandemia del COVID El Municipio de Cicero implementó una respuesta agresiva ante la amenaza de salud que representa el COVID para los residentes, usando sus recursos existentes y manteniendo todos los servicios, suplementados únicamente por los Fondos de Ayuda para el Coronavirus. La policía de Cicero y…

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Mexican American activist and former state legislator Frank Aguilar named to succeed Tobolski

Posted on April 15, 2020April 16, 2020 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Mexican American activist and former state legislator Frank Aguilar named to succeed Tobolski
Mexican American activist and former state legislator Frank Aguilar named to succeed Tobolski

Mexican American activist and former state legislator Frank Aguilar named to succeed Tobolski Democratic Committeemen in Chicagoland’s west and southwest suburbs voted to name former State Rep. Frank J. Aguilar to fill the vacancy on the Cook County Board’s 16th District that was vacated with the resignation of Cook County Commissioner Jeffrey Tobolski. Aguilar will…

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Are Census funds to improve count or politics?

Posted on March 9, 2020March 9, 2020 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Are Census funds to improve count or politics?
Are Census funds to improve count or politics?

Opinion: Are Census funds to improve count or politics? Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker has allocated $20 million for the Census count in Illinois, monies additional to funds allocated by the U.S. Census. But how much of that money is going to count the most undercounted constituency in Illinois and Cook County, the Arab American community?…

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Race leverages next election for Chicago mayor

Posted on September 19, 2018November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Race leverages next election for Chicago mayor
Race leverages next election for Chicago mayor

Race leverages next election for Chicago mayor Who will be Chicago’s next mayor? The decision will be made by Chicago’s racially divided voters, Blacks, Whites and Hispanics. The first run will see all of the racial blocks divided and the two candidates who receive the most votes — no one will win the 50 percent…

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Villanueva named successor to Tabares in 21st Illinois House District

Posted on July 24, 2018July 26, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Villanueva named successor to Tabares in 21st Illinois House District
Villanueva named successor to Tabares in 21st Illinois House District

Villanueva named successor to Tabares in 21st Illinois House District Community activist Celina Villanueva was named Monday night as the new State Representative for the 21st Illinois House district to fill the vacancy created when State Rep. Silvana Tabares who resigned to accept appointment as alderman of Chicago’s 23rd Ward. Villanueva, a youth engagement activist…

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Movement to bring peace comes to Chicagoland July 2

Posted on June 20, 2017June 20, 2017 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Movement to bring peace comes to Chicagoland July 2
Movement to bring peace comes to Chicagoland July 2

Movement to bring peace comes to Chicagoland July 2 By Frank Aguilar (contributing writer) Mario Nieves was 28 when he set out on his motorcycle in 1977 to carry a message of peace, brotherhood and respect traveling through 23 nations including in North and South America, Europe and the Middle East. Now, 40 years later,…

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