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Logan Square Senior's Tax Bill Doubles to $27,411, Fears Losing Home in Years

Cook County Assessor's Office — Site of Property Assessment Appeal. Randy Temple has lived in his Logan Square two-flat since 1992, when he paid about $100,000 for it. Now, approaching 80 years old, he says his property tax bill has climbed so high that he figures he can only afford to stay in the home for another two or three years.

Chicago, IL · 1d
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WGN News

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Sandburg High School student uses math to bowl two consecutive perfect games

A south suburban teen is making bowling look as easy as one-two-three by apply his math skills.

Palos Hills, IL · 13h

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Pollutants in Lake Michigan

Lake Michigan, the largest freshwater lake in the world, is known for its urban coastlines and stunning views; yet, the lake has been polluted with 11 million pounds of plastic from industries with plants along the lake. Chicagoland citizens consume large amounts of microplastics as a result of this plastic...

Cook County, IL · 2d
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Cougars Snatch Victory in Highest Scoring Game in Program History

GREENVILLE, Ill. – In one of the most highly anticipated matchups of the season, the Concordia University Chicago (CUC) men's basketball team took a road trip to face the Greenville University Panthers. It proved to be a game for the ages, marking the highest scoring game in program history, as the Cougars claimed victory in impressive fashion, 136-133. This is also the first time the Cougars have defeated the Panthers since 2023.

River Forest, IL · 1d
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Naperville Community Television (NCTV17)

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Central boys bowling strikes down Hinsdale Central in home opener

The bowling balls are back on the lanes, and the boys’ bowling season is underway! After going 1-1 in their first two matches on the road, Naperville Central hosts Hinsdale Central in their home opener at Lisle Lanes. The Red Devils enter after losing their first two matches of the season and look to right the ship with a win. The Redhawks return five starters from their state team a year ago and are poised to start their home slate in style. This highlight is sponsored by BMO.

Naperville, IL · 21h

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IL: BOBCAT BECOMES WILDLIFE CENTER PATIENT

A young female bobcat that was found injured in DuPage County, Illinois is now being rehabilitated for release. ​THE-CNN-WIRE (TM) & © 2026 CABLE NEWS NETWORK, INC., A TIME WARNER COMPANY. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Dupage County, IL · 2d

Fox 32 Chicago

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List of holiday themed bars and restaurants in Chicago

CHICAGO - It's just about time for holiday cheer to spread across the Chicago area. There are plenty of ways to celebrate the holiday season in the area with several festive bars and restaurants popping up. Chicago holiday bars and restaurants. Local perspective:. All throughout the Chicago region there are...

Chicago, IL · 2d

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Tesla Adds Six Semi Megacharger Stalls Near Chicago

Tesla has announced a new six-stall Megacharger site in Hodgkins, Illinois, adding a Chicago-area charging stop for the Semi as its dedicated truck network expands beyond its early California base. The Tesla Charging account shared the location on November 10, along with a site photo and a link to Tesla’s...

Hodgkins, IL · 2d

Independent Journal Review

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Gun Rights Group Asks Supreme Court To Keep Blue County From Dodging Semi-Auto Gun Showdown

A pro-Second Amendment group asked the Supreme Court Wednesday not to declare a case challenging an Illinois county’s ban on modern semiautomatic firearms moot.

Cook County, IL · 23h

Secret Chicago

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Starting Jan. 1, 2027, Illinois landlords can’t charge more than $50 for a rental application or any fee to renew your lease

We have good news for Chicago renters: Starting Jan. 1, 2027 , Illinois landlords can’t charge more than $50 for a rental application, including a background check. They also can’t charge a fee to renew your lease. House Bill 3564, which Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed , amends the Illinois Landlord and Tenant Act (765 ILCS 705/35) and is enacted as Public Act 104-479. The rules apply to residential leases entered into on or after the effective date , including new and renewed leases. They do not cover units in an owner-occupied building with six or fewer units. The $50 cap and the first-page rule Every non-optional fee, one-time or recurring , must appear on the first page of the lease . If it doesn’t, you don’t have to pay it. A landlord can charge more than $50 for screening only if the actual third-party background-check cost is higher. The landlord must pay the provider first, then bill you with the provider’s receipts within 14 days . If the landlord misses that window, you don’t owe the fee. A landlord also can’t use an unpaid background-check fee as grounds for eviction during the first year of a lease. In Cook County,

Illinois · 2d

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Palos Heights comes together to honor those who served

Palos Heights kicked off its Veterans Day observances with a breakfast honoring local veterans and their guests Tuesday, Nov. 10, at the Palos Heights Recreation Center, 6601 W. 127th St. The breakfast provided an opportunity for veterans to gather, share stories and enjoy time together as the community recognized their...

Palos Heights, IL · 1d

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Pickleball is a smashing success in Downers Grove

The squeak of shoes against the court floor gives way to the sharp pop of a paddle meeting a plastic ball. In a quick second, the pace of the rally has changed, forcing opponents to scramble towards the kitchen to keep the match alive. In the United States, pickleball is actively played by approximately 24.3 million people, a player base that has expanded about 700% since 2016 according to the Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA) 2026 Report.

Downers Grove, IL · 2d

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Orland Park learns a lesson from land use moratorium

So, what did Orland Park officials learn during the current 14-month land use moratorium. Staff did a lot of homework and analyzed each affected land use category to determine if code changes were needed and recommendations were made for retail mattress businesses, pawn shops/second hand stores, coffee/tea shops, breakfast restaurants, alternative financial service, grocery stores under 50,000 square feet, standalone convenience stores, jewelry stores and personal grooming establishments.

Orland Park, IL · 1d

Channel3000com News 3 Now

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Young bobcat found injured in metro Chicago now being rehabilitated for release

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Chicago, IL · 2d

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Riverside adopts 4-year police union contract

Riverside trustees approved a new collective bargaining agreement on Thursday, Nov. 5, between the village and the Fraternal Order of Police, which represents Riverside’s officers and sergeants. The deal is retroactive to Jan. 1, 2026, and will expire Dec. 31, 2029. The new contract was established through negotiations that...

Riverside, IL · 1d

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Thornton, Bloom townships receive property value reassessments

THORNTON TOWNSHIP, Ill. — Lansing homeowners will see their homes’ property values reassessed this year — and those who want to file an appeal over the new proposed values will need to do so soon. That deadline is Nov. 23 for Thornton Township residents and Dec. 17...

Thornton, IL · 11h

Naperville Community Television (NCTV17)

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Details shared on proposed DuPage County down payment assistance program

The parameters around DuPage County’s proposed first-time homebuyers down payment assistance program were hashed over recently as officials turn their The post Details shared on proposed DuPage County down payment assistance program appeared first on NCTV17 .

Dupage County, IL · 1d

ABC 7 Chicago

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Cook County Sheriff's Office transforms prison transport bus into mobile library for children

A former prisoner transport bus has been transformed into a mobile library, bringing thousands of books to children in Cook County communities with limited access to reading resources.

Cook County, IL · 2d

Country Herald

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Illinois Weather Alert: 35 MPH Winds, Snow Chance Nov 11-15

Chicago faces 35 mph wind gusts, an 80% rain chance and possible snow before the weekend.

Chicago, IL · 2d

WTTW - Chicago PBS

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Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle on 2027 Budget, Historic Midterm Election

Cook County is preparing to pass a $9.6 billion budget proposal for the 2027 fiscal year. Board President Toni Preckwinkle said her plan closes a projected $550 million budget gap without any new taxes, fees or layoffs. It comes as the county grapples with unprecedented federal funding cuts and threats...

Cook County, IL · 17h