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Illinois Treasurer celebrates $2 billion returned to citizens through I-CASH program
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) — The Illinois Treasurer's office has returned over $2 billion to people across the state since 2015. Michael Frerichs told reporters in Chicago Thursday that he will continue to fight to return unclaimed property and help people have more money in their pocket. Frerichs explained he...
Signing Up: Wilmette Village Board backs Small Cheval’s sign that came with negative recommendation
Owners of the Small Cheval restaurant proposed for the former Depot Nuevo at 1139 Wilmette Ave. can breathe a sigh of relief and plan for a construction start within the next few weeks now that village trustees have approved revised plans for the sign they plan to erect on the front of the restaurant’s peaked […] The post Signing Up: Wilmette Village Board backs Small Cheval’s sign that came with negative recommendation appeared first on The Record.
Lawyer Handcuffed in Cook County Courtroom Sparks Inquiry, Judge's Conduct Questioned
Tensions in a Cook County courtroom escalated to an unusual level last month when attorney Brad Schneiderman was handcuffed to a chair following an order by Judge Kathy Flanagan to have him removed. As reported by the Chicago Tribune, the incident occurred on May 7 during a civil case hearing at the Daley Center, leading to an inquiry by the Judicial Inquiry Board after a referral from Cook County Chief Judge Timothy Evans.
‘Unbelievable that this has gone on this long’: Noise complaints against Albion Highland Park continue despite previous fines
A Highland Park family is still looking for answers to a noise pollution problem that they say has drastically eroded their quality of life years after first bringing the issue to the attention of local officials. Jody and Peter Mordini both addressed Highland Park City Council members during a meeting on Tuesday, May 28, to […] The post ‘Unbelievable that this has gone on this long’: Noise complaints against Albion Highland Park continue despite previous fines appeared first on The Record.
New migrant shelter opens on Northwest Side amidst rising eviction problems
CHICAGO — City of Chicago and Cook County leaders took to the Northwest Side this evening to celebrate the opening of a new migrant shelter at Portage Park’s St. Bartholomew Catholic Church, which came as the process transitioning new arrivals out of shelters has reached even more difficult heights. According to city officials, 50 migrants […]
Bollards to be set up along Magnificent Mile to enhance safety for shoppers, businesses
The Magnificent Mile is taking steps to enhance safety and security for pedestrians along a key stretch of the busy shopping corridor on Michigan Avenue. The protective barriers will also protect against crash-and-grab burglaries.
Illinois' minimum wage isn't going up July 1, but several locations will see a change
Illinois' minimum wage may not be going up at the start of July, but some locations will still be seeing a raise. That's because both Chicago and Cook County are set to see hikes in their minimum wages. Statewide, a 2024 minimum wage increase took effect on Jan. 1, when...
Chicago begins evicting entire migrant families from city shelters
Mayor Brandon Johnson’s administration has begun the process of removing from city shelters dozens of migrant families, including those with children who attended Chicago Public Schools. Just days after the CPS school year ended, officials this week began the eviction process to continue to ease pressure on overstretched resources in shelters run by the city and state. It’s the second ...
New legislation in effect July 1st includes driver’s licenses for noncitizens, Chicago minimum wage hike
Several new laws taking effect Monday, July 1 include enhanced benefits for some workers in Chicago, protections for children of social media influencers, additional protections for independent contractors, changes to school assessment tests and the ability for undocumented immigrants to obtain an Illinois driver's license.
Chicago hospital holding readiness drills ahead of Democratic National Convention
With the Democratic National Convention coming to the United Center in Chicago in August, one of the closest hospitals to the arena held an emergency drill Thursday to ensure its staff is prepared for a mass casualty incident. “When these things occur, I think it’s important to prepare for any...
A complete list of summer festivals in Chicago for 2024
Summer in Chicago is back, and festival season is in full swing. The city has something for everyone - from free musical performances to annual neighborhood food festivals to iconic multi-day events like Pitchfork and Lollapalooza. Here is a list of the biggest festivals happening this summer in the Windy...
Riot Fest bids Chicago goodbye, moving to the suburbs
After nearly 20 years of bringing punk rock music fans together in Chicago, Riot Fest is headed to the suburbs. In an announcement Wednesday morning, festival officials said Riot Fest will move to Bridgeview’s SeatGeek Stadium starting this year.
Parade Saturday to celebrate Juneteenth
The City of Evanston and Evanston Present and Future, an organization committed to educating and empowering Black residents, is commemorating its Fifth Annual Juneteenth Parade and Celebrations from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. Juneteenth, also known as Juneteenth National Independence Day, is a federal holiday celebrated every year on...
What's closed on Juneteenth, from post offices, banks and more
Summer is packed with federal holidays, and another one will arrive on the calendar in the coming week as the United States observes Juneteenth. The holiday, set for June 19, will lead to closures of many facilities, while others will remain unaffected. Here is a breakdown of what to expect...
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