OpEd: Senator Patrick Joyce (November)
OpEd: Senator Patrick Joyce (November) (Essex, IL) — We take time each November to give thanks. This year, I am extra thankful in many ways.
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Category: Politics
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Video: Mayor Tiffany Henyard Who Has Been Accused of Corruption Stays Positive With New Music Video
Mayor Tiffany Henyard of Dolton, Illinois has consistently come under fire with allegations of public corruption in both her role as Mayor of Dolton a…
Illinois Lawmakers Return this Week Amid Calls for Changes in the SAFE-T Act
Before the election, Democrats promised to take up the legislation during fall veto session, but have vowed not to make major changes to the bill. #sa…
Curran Eyes ‘Balance’ as He Prepares to Lead Illinois Senate’s GOP Minority
He has also been an opponent of the criminal justice reform known as the SAFE-T Act, arguing that while he’s not opposed to ending cash bail, he bel…
Rush Responds to Robbins Water Infrastructure’s Failure Over Thanksgiving Holiday
Rep. Rush has long ago dedicated himself to addressing this chronic issue in his district. #robbins
IL Freedom Caucus: Illinois Needs Competent State Superintendent – Not Another Activist
Illinois families need a State Superintendent who is interested in promoting learning and real academic achievement. We don’t need another political…
Cook County Board Approves $8.8 Billion Budget
The budget passed overwhelmingly 16-0, which followed a month of departmental hearings, commissioner questions and public meetings. #cookcountyboard
Cook County Board Approves Funding to Improve Transportation Throughout Cook County
These vital projects boost economic development, build up regional transportation and improve the quality of life throughout Cook County. #cookcounty …
‘No Slopes, No Ski Masks’: Tio Hardiman Calls for Ban on Ski Masks
"Full face ski masks appear to give criminals an edge... It’s making the criminals emboldened. Almost like they’re invincible." #skimaskban
Cook County Board of Commissioners Passes Commissioner Donna Miller’s Justice40 Infrastructure Initiative
The resolution directs Cook County to advance health equity and climate justice in alignment with Justice40 by applying for federal grants made availa…