A downstate judge’s decision on a challenge to the Illinois gun ban is weeks away. Meanwhile, the state plans an appeal on an adverse ruling on its concealed carry law.
The bids aren’t due until next month, but the City of Gary, in partnership with Hard Rock Casino, wants to convince the county of the Steel City is the best location for any potential convention center.
Park Ridge leaders broached the idea of following suit with other area municipalities in perhaps establishing single-use plastic bag restrictions, coming to a consensus at the City Council meeting Monday that there was enough interest for the discussion on the subject to continue. Sept. 16 At the meeting, Michelle LaGrotta, of the Sustainability Commission, spoke on a memo the commission delivered to the council. The memo mentioned several ideas on how to reduce single-use bags. It was noted that the idea first emerged years ago but Park Ridge has not done anything to curb single-use plastic bag usage. “What we […]
After La Schiazza mistrial, all eyes turn to Madigan’s own trial on racketeering charges, which kicks off in less than three weeks and could pose similar problems for prosecutors.
The Kane County Health Department is launching a new service that will connect people in need to resources like substance use services, housing assistance and more.
Scott Parkins representing Ace Hardware and Central Federal Savings and Loan was the first place winner in the La Grange Park event.
While the Aurora Fire Department has replaced vehicles in that timeframe, Truck 14 represents the first addition of a “water apparatus” to the city’s fleet since 1998, officials said.
Jeremy Ryan Matthews, of Chicago, was shot in the back and killed in Dolton on Sept. 12, according to the Cook County medical examiner’s office.
A North Shore Republican group’s decision to host North Carolina GOP nominee for governor Mark Robinson at a fundraiser has raised internal concerns.
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