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WGN sues Dolton for refusing to release spending records
WGN is suing the Village of Dolton in Cook County Circuit Court for refusing to release spending records and other documents related to Mayor Tiffany Henyard’s perks and pay. The lawsuit was filed Thursday by Nexstar Media Inc., the Irving, Texas-based owner of WGN-TV. Last November, WGN Investigates sent Dolton a public records request, seeking […]
Tensions flare at Thornton Township budget meeting
Tensions flared at a Thornton Township budget meeting Friday afternoon, with the appearance of Dolton Mayor and Thornton Township Supervisor Tiffany Henyard causing controversy in the room. From outbursts, clapping and shouting, police stood by during the meeting prepared to remove people from the meeting as residents flooded officials with...
Thornton Township residents accuse Supervisor Tiffany Henyard of misusing taxes at budget meeting
Henyard, who also serves as the Mayor of Dolton, is the focus of a federal criminal investigation and has been named in several lawsuits by city employees. Several speakers referenced the investigation at Friday's meeting.
Taxpayer-backed Lynnwood Pride event to feature toddler catwalk
(The Center Square) – An event put on by Lynnwood Pride in partnership with the City of Lynnwood and cosponsored by Snohomish County will include a “kids catwalk” allowing children as young as 2 years old to participate, potentially to songs containing sexually charged lyrics. The “Wizard of Oz” theme event put on by Lynwood Pride will take place on June 8 at the Lynnwood Event Center. As part of its partnership, the city will reimburse the organization for up to $2,500 toward “eligible expenses”...
Cook County plans to replace juvenile detention center with smaller ‘centers of care’
COOK COUNTY, Ill. (May 24, 2024) – Cook County officials plan to drastically reduce the size of the Juvenile Temporary Detention Center, the nation’s largest juvenile jail, long criticized for its inhumane treatment and ineffective care of vulnerable kids, and replace it with community-based treatment centers. The plans,...
Lightfoot: Investigation into Dolton, Tiffany Henyard could be back on
CHICAGO - Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot might end up conducting a sweeping investigation into Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard after all. Lightfoot said Dolton Village Trustees are slated to take up a vote as early as Monday, June 3rd, to override Henyard’s veto of the village board’s initial move to hire Lightfoot to investigate.
Four new Lansing business licenses awarded in March 2024
LANSING, Ill. (May 30, 2024) – The following is a list of new business licenses awarded in the Village of Lansing in April 2024. Residents can look forward to patronizing this varied list of service providers. April 2024. 4 EVER PHOTOGRAPHY LLC. 3436 Ridge Rd. – Unit #5.
Marshmello to headline Festival of the Lakes Saturday night
The City of Hammond and Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. are excited to announce MARSHMELLO will headline the Festival of the Lakes on Saturday, July 20!. Get ready to dance the night away with the electrifying beats of Marshmello! The world-renowned DJ and producer is bringing his high-energy performance to the Festival of the Lakes. Known for his chart-topping hits like "Happier," "Alone," and "Friends," Marshmello promises an unforgettable night filled with spectacular visuals, pulsating rhythms, and all your favorite tracks.
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