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Block Club Chicago

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Young SW Side Voters Deliver Pizza To The Polls: ‘We’ll Do Everything To Make Sure We’re Represented’

PILSEN — As voters in the lobby of Rudy Lozano Library grabbed warm, cheesy slices of pizza, some wondered aloud which politician had brought the dozen boxes and several bottles of orange soda to the Pilsen polling site Tuesday. “Is it free?” a voter asked Tuesday around 7:30 p.m....

Chicago, IL · 2d
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The Center Square

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Illinois Quick Hits: Feds say Ammons charges shouldn't be dismissed

(The Center Square) – In response to a motion filed by the lawyers of state Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, calling for the dismissal of her charges related to an alleged kickback scheme siphoning taxpayer funds directed to nonprofits in her district employing her daughter, alongside improper use of campaign funds, government lawyers say the charges should stand. In their 29-page response, the U.S. Attorney for the Central District of Illinois argued lawyers misinterpreted her charges and made an argument that doesn't disprove portions of what they say was still illegal conduct. In plain language, their response began by saying the motion to dismiss "the charges that she wished she faced, rather than the charges contained in the indictment.” Sean Reed contributed to this story Cook County expands 'shop talk' mental health programming Cook County officials have announced a $475,000 investment of taxpayer funds to expand community-based mental health programming for people from age 12 to 24 in four suburban Cook County communities. A statement from Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle’s office said municipal governments in Bellwood, Maywood, Park Forest and Calumet City will each receive $118,750 to implement the 12-month Cook County Shop Talk project. The initiative is funded

Illinois · 15h

hoodline.com

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Rosemont Makes EV Charger Ban Permanent, Two Years After Garage Fire

Rosemont will not allow any new electric-vehicle charging stations to be installed in parking garages for the foreseeable future. The village board voted Monday to make what had been a temporary moratorium indefinite, and Mayor Brad Stephens confirmed the ban will stay in place until officials figure out how to install the equipment safely.

Rosemont, IL · 1d
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The Enterprise

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Opinion: Keep on moving forward

A World BEYOND War forum urged young voters to link climate, militarism and racism activism as speakers called for continued pressure after the election.

Illinois · 21h

ABC 7 Chicago

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Families question medical examiner after quick identification of 55 bodies in funeral home case

Families whose loved ones went unidentified for weeks or years at the Cook County Medical Examiner's Office are questioning why bodies in a recent high-profile funeral home case were identified so quickly.

Cook County, IL · 1d

WBEZ

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The past and present of Chicago school closures

School closures remain one of the biggest issues when it comes to public education in Chicago. Say More asks listeners, “Is it ever OK to close a school? If so, when?”. The debate over school closures continues after Chicagoans voted for its first fully-elected school board. School board members...

Chicago, IL · 21h

Secret Chicago

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Route 66 starting points in downtown Chicago

Watch this video to discover the three distinct starting points of Route 66 in downtown Chicago, from the 1926 original street to a symbolic Navy Pier link.

Chicago, IL · 1d

Cleveland Jewish News

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The ADL went after a progressive Jew as soon as he won his election. He clapped back.

A local chapter of the Anti-Defamation League issued a blistering critique of a progressive Jewish congressman-elect as soon as his race was called on Election Night, prompting a reproach from the politician, Daniel Biss. “It saddens me to watch the ADL, once a preeminent civil rights organization, devolve into an...

Evanston, IL · 2d

Chicago Public Radio

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Missing Election Day results holding up race calls in two Chicago School Board districts

The Chicago Board of Election is still counting votes — a delay that is leaving the fate of two school board races hanging in the balance. Votes cast on Tuesday from almost every city precinct have been reported by the election board, including ballots from 44.6% of registered voters, or 686,000 Chicagoans.

Chicago, IL · 1d

Naperville Community Television (NCTV17)

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Election Day 2026 results for Naperville-area voters

Election Day has come to a close, with the unofficial results reflecting a strong showing by both Democrats and incumbents in races for Naperville-area voters. The three U.S. House Congressional District seats in which Naperville voters had a stake were all called early for Democrats by multiple sources. 6th Congressional...

Naperville, IL · 3d

Country Herald

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Wheaton, IL Recycling Program Now Open Through February 2027

Wheaton residents can recycle unwanted holiday lights and extension cords at a city drop-off site.

Wheaton, IL · 2d

evanstonroundtable.com

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Finance & Budget Committee: No endorsement on city manager’s budget with staffing issue still unclear

Members of the city’s Finance & Budget Committee Wednesday withheld endorsing City Manager Luke Stowe’s proposed 2027 budget, waiting for the city manager’s decision on whether to add further staff cuts. The committee, comprising council members as well as residents with financial expertise, voted down approval of...

Evanston, IL · 1d

Country Herald

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Wheaton, IL Beer Festival This Saturday Nov 7 Supports Homeless Veterans

Cantigny's Brew it Forward returns Nov. 7 with 10 breweries, family activities and veteran support.

Wheaton, IL · 2d

Block Club Chicago

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These Chicago Politicians Just Won Reelection. Now They Want Your Vote For Mayor

DOWNTOWN — Alexi Giannoulias has won reelection to serve another term as the Illinois Secretary of State, a widely expected result in deep-blue Illinois. But whether Giannoulias will serve out all four years in office remains a very open question. Like several other longtime politicians who won reelection to their various positions on Tuesday, he’s in the middle of an increasingly fierce campaign for Chicago mayor — and is widely seen as one of the frontrunners.

Chicago, IL · 2d

WBEZ

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Select Chicago voters back taxing large corporations

A referendum that was on the ballots of nine select precincts garnered overwhelming support. There were several citywide referendums on voters’ ballots on Election Day, but one about taxing large corporations was on ballots in just nine precincts (out of nearly 1,300 precincts in Chicago). Several thousand Chicago voters...

Chicago, IL · 1d

evanstonroundtable.com

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New state e-bike law prompts Evanston to draft its own ordinance

The City of Evanston is drafting an ordinance to comply with a state law taking effect Jan. 1 that will regulate who can use electric bikes and scooters, where they can be used and how fast they can go. The Illinois law, signed by Gov. JB Pritzker in August, sets...

Evanston, IL · 19h

schaumburgtownship.org

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Property Tax Appeals Event on November 16

Join the Township of Schaumburg and the Cook County Assessor’s Office for a free property tax appeals event for Schaumburg Township residents. At the event, residents will receive an overview on how to file an appeal and one-on-one assistance. Any questions can be directed to the Township of Schaumburg Assessor’s Office at 847-285-4570. Additional information can be found on the Assessor’s Office page.

Schaumburg, IL · 1d

khqa.com

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Some downstate voters signal desire to separate from Chicago

ILLINOIS— In McDonough County, voters greenlit a referendum Tuesday to get the ball rolling on separating downstate Illinois counties from Cook County. 57% of McDonough County voters in Tuesday’s election said they were in favor of the proposition asking for the formation of a new state. However —...

Mcdonough County, IL · 3d

ABC 7 Chicago

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Democrat Donna Miller claims victory in race for Illinois' 2nd Congressional District seat

Democrat Donna Miller has claimed victory in the race to replace Robin Kelly and represent Illinois' 2nd Congressional District in the U.S. House.

Illinois · 3d

oakpark.com

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2025 revenue shortfall pushing Oak Park’s 2027 tax levy higher

Oak Park’s village board discussed the proposed 2027 operating budget and estimated 7.94% direct property tax levy hike and voted to approve the estimations for a Truth in Taxation hearing. The action took place at a Nov. 4 village board meeting. The board’s approval for the estimates is not...

Oak Park, IL · 1d