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chicagotribune.com • Politics • Illinois
A Will County judge dismissed a lawsuit against the County Executive over a road widening project in Homer Glen, allowing the project to proceed despite local opposition.
chicagotribune.com • Politics • Illinois
Minal Desai secured victory in the Skokie village clerk election, emphasizing her role as a public servant and expressing willingness to work with Cook County on implementing ranked-choice voting, despite legislative hurdles.
chicagotribune.com • Politics • Illinois
Illinois Senate President Don Harmon's campaign committee allegedly accepted excessive political donations, exceeding legal limits by approximately $4 million, prompting an investigation by the State Board of Elections.
chicagotribune.com • Politics • Illinois
A state grant will allow Elgin, Illinois, to continue housing its homeless population in a hotel through September, while the city seeks a permanent solution.
chicagotribune.com • Politics • Illinois
Illinois's House of Representatives failed to pass a bill that would allow for resentencing of individuals convicted of crimes when they were under 21, highlighting a political divide within the Democratic party and raising concerns among victims' advocates.
chicagotribune.com • Politics • Illinois
Skokie's newly elected mayor, Ann Tennes, outlines her plans for increased community involvement, economic development, and addressing concerns about the downtown hotel and affordable housing.
chicagotribune.com • Politics • Illinois
Following a close election for Skokie's 4th District Village Trustee, the author congratulates the winner and reflects on the positive campaign experience.
dailyherald.com • Politics • Illinois
A young political newcomer significantly outraised a long-serving incumbent congresswoman in the first quarter of 2025, raising questions about the future of the Illinois 9th Congressional District race.
dailymail.co.uk • Crime • Illinois
A mother recounts the tragic murder of her daughter by her ex-boyfriend, highlighting the abuse, police inaction, and the devastating aftermath.
cnn.com • Crime • Illinois
Robert Crimo III, the perpetrator of the 2022 Highland Park, Illinois, July Fourth parade mass shooting, was sentenced to life in prison without parole for killing seven and injuring dozens.