Angel Reese is the first Chicago Sky rookie to be named an All-Star since Elena Delle Donne in 2013.
Day: July 3, 2024
Cook County tax review worker files suit claiming wrongful firing over political dealings on the job
In a controversy arising in part from the Chicago Bears’ property tax dispute, a former worker at the Cook County tax appeal board has filed a whistleblower lawsuit alleging that he was fired for refusing to take part in political in-fighting. Frank Calabrese was an assessment analyst and director of communications for Cook County Board of Review Commissioner Samantha Steele. In his federal suit, he claims that Steele fired him after he refused her orders over the Bears’ appeal, and after he took part in an investigation of her by the Cook County Office of the Independent Inspector General. Steele […]
Chicago Cubs could get a boost from impending return of multiple pitchers
As the Chicago Cubs kicked off their first series in July against the best team in the majors, pitching help is on its way.
Busiest day at O’Hare? Cheapest gas? Here’s four getaway tips for the Fourth
Making your July Fourth escape Wednesday? So are millions of others, so plan accordingly, experts say.