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County assessor calls for measures to protect homeowners from tax spikes
County assessor calls for measures to protect homeowners from tax spikes - HF Chronicle
As Chicago homeowners receive property tax bills showing the largest increases in decades, Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi responds.
www.hfchronicle.com
December 9, 2025 at 5:51 AM
County assessor calls for measures to protect homeowners from tax spikes
Republican Senate Candidate Don Tracy on Israel, ICE, and the future of MAGA and the GOP
Republican Senate Candidate Don Tracy on Israel, ICE, and the future of MAGA and the GOP - IPM Newsroom
This episode of “Dialogue” features Republican Senate Candidate Don Tracy who is a candidate for the Illinois Senate race in 2026 on the 21st Show.
ipmnewsroom.org
December 9, 2025 at 5:34 AM
Republican Senate Candidate Don Tracy on Israel, ICE, and the future of MAGA and the GOP
West Side residents demand relief from ballooning property taxes: 'What are we supposed to do?'
West Side residents demand relief from ballooning property taxes: 'What are we supposed to do?'
Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi's office hosted an informational meeting Monday in West Garfield Park to help property owners find savings on their property tax bills, which have increased by more than...
chicago.suntimes.com
December 9, 2025 at 5:28 AM
West Side residents demand relief from ballooning property taxes: 'What are we supposed to do?'
IEA Board of Directors elects Gladys Márquez as interim secretary treasurer
IEA Board of Directors elects Gladys Márquez as interim secretary treasurer – Illinois Education Association
Communities of Care
ieanea.org
December 9, 2025 at 1:13 AM
IEA Board of Directors elects Gladys Márquez as interim secretary treasurer
Illinois Farm Bureau delegates reject president's bid for 2nd term
Illinois Farm Bureau delegates reject president's bid for 2nd term
Illinois Farm Bureau delegates have rejected a new term for Illinois Farm Bureau [IFB] President Brian Duncan. At the IFB annual meeting in Chicago, nearly 57% of the delegates chose Philip Nelson of...
www.wglt.org
December 9, 2025 at 1:09 AM
Illinois Farm Bureau delegates reject president's bid for 2nd term
Johnson warns that a Chicago government shutdown 'benefits nobody' amid budget clash
Johnson warns that a Chicago government shutdown ‘benefits nobody’ amid budget clash
As alders press ahead, the mayor is not ruling out a veto.
wgntv.com
December 9, 2025 at 1:02 AM
Johnson warns that a Chicago government shutdown 'benefits nobody' amid budget clash
Mayor Brandon Johnson, City Council majority remain at odds on 2026 budget as deadline looms
Mayor Brandon Johnson, City Council majority remain at odds on 2026 budget as deadline looms
The mercury isn't the only thing registering as chilly this December. Relations between Mayor Bandon Johnson and a majority of the City Council are frigid as the two sides remain deadlocked on the budget.
www.cbsnews.com
December 9, 2025 at 12:45 AM
Mayor Brandon Johnson, City Council majority remain at odds on 2026 budget as deadline looms
How Illinois’ Democratic U.S. Senate candidates plan to address economic issues
How Illinois’ Democratic U.S. Senate candidates plan to address economic issues
Article Summary The three top Democrats running for U.S. Senate recently released their economic proposals to address cost-of-living issues that
capitolnewsillinois.com
December 9, 2025 at 12:39 AM
How Illinois’ Democratic U.S. Senate candidates plan to address economic issues
Krishnamoorthi says he may 'revisit' contributions from ICE contractor, Trump adviser Shyam Sankar
Krishnamoorthi says he may 'revisit' contributions from ICE contractor, Trump adviser Shyam Sankar
U.S. Senate candidate U.S. Raja Krishnamoorthi, a candidate for Dick Durbin's U.S. Senate seat in the March 17 Democratic primary, has accepted more than $90,000 in contributions from key Trump and MAGA...
chicago.suntimes.com
December 9, 2025 at 12:34 AM
Krishnamoorthi says he may 'revisit' contributions from ICE contractor, Trump adviser Shyam Sankar
Chicago alders, Mayor Johnson far apart on 2026 budget deal
Chicago alders, Mayor Johnson far apart on 2026 budget deal
Could Chicago be headed for a government shutdown? Mayor Brandon Johnson and 26 aldermen are still far apart on a deal to pass a 2026 budget.Subscribe to FOX...
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December 9, 2025 at 12:28 AM
Chicago alders, Mayor Johnson far apart on 2026 budget deal
Report shows progress, but Illinois rural co-ops still tied to a major polluter
Report shows progress, but Illinois rural co-ops still tied to a major polluter
Nearly all the 25 co-ops in Illinois still have an ownership share in the Prairie State Coal Plant.
www.wsiu.org
December 9, 2025 at 12:23 AM
Report shows progress, but Illinois rural co-ops still tied to a major polluter
Chicago budget discussions reach stalemate, raising possibility of 1st-ever city government shutdown
Chicago budget discussions reach stalemate, raising possibility of 1st-ever city government shutdown
The Chicago budget clock keeps ticking, but it appears the mayor and a group of 26 alders who have offered an alternative budget are no closer to a compromise than they were last week.
abc7chicago.com
December 9, 2025 at 12:18 AM
Chicago budget discussions reach stalemate, raising possibility of 1st-ever city government shutdown
Illinois Ag Director: Aid offers temporary relief, market access offers sustainability
Illinois Ag Director: Aid offers temporary relief, market access offers sustainability
The director of the Illinois Department of Agriculture says Monday’s announced $11 billion bridge payment helps farmers, but it’s not a long-term solution. “Anything helps, but I don’t believe...
1430wcmy.com
December 9, 2025 at 12:13 AM
Illinois Ag Director: Aid offers temporary relief, market access offers sustainability
"Head tax" debate deepens City Hall budget stalemate
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December 9, 2025 at 12:09 AM
"Head tax" debate deepens City Hall budget stalemate
An Alternative Budget Plan From Chicago Alders
podcast-stream.wbez.org
December 9, 2025 at 12:02 AM
An Alternative Budget Plan From Chicago Alders
Illinois quick hits: Chicago budget stalemate continues; Pritzker's health board appointments
Illinois quick hits: Chicago budget stalemate continues; Pritzker's health board appointments
Chicago budget stalemate continues
www.thecentersquare.com
December 8, 2025 at 11:54 PM
Illinois quick hits: Chicago budget stalemate continues; Pritzker's health board appointments
Crowded Senate race could slim down as state board rules on objections
Crowded Senate race could slim down as state board rules on objections
The herd of Illinois candidates vying for U.S. senator in the March 17 primary election is likely to be thinned this week at a state electoral board meeting. Twenty people are seeking to replace outgo...
www.dailyherald.com
December 8, 2025 at 11:51 PM
Crowded Senate race could slim down as state board rules on objections
Trump announces $12 billion aid package for U.S. farmers
Trump announces $12 billion aid package for U.S. farmers
The new financial aid package is expected to shore up the U.S. agricultural sector, which has been hurt by tariffs and a trade war with China.
www.cbsnews.com
December 8, 2025 at 10:54 PM
Trump announces $12 billion aid package for U.S. farmers
New Illinois laws bring big change to prescription filling rules in 2026
New Illinois laws bring big change to prescription filling rules in 2026
Hundreds of new Illinois laws are set to hit the books in 2026, and many could have a big impact on your health and wellness.Thanks to Senate Bill 2672, whic...
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December 8, 2025 at 10:51 PM
New Illinois laws bring big change to prescription filling rules in 2026
Mayor Biss sends letter to Department of Education requesting clarity on Northwestern agreement
Biss seeks answers on Northwestern-Trump deal impact - Evanston RoundTable
Mayor of Evanston seeks clarity on Northwestern University's agreement with Trump Administration, demanding answers on impact and enforcement.
evanstonroundtable.com
December 8, 2025 at 10:45 PM
Mayor Biss sends letter to Department of Education requesting clarity on Northwestern agreement
Proposal would set 15 mph limit for e-bikes and bikes on Illinois paths
Illinois bill would enact bicycle path speeds
Illinois Rep. Katie Stuart proposes a 15 mph limit on bike paths statewide, including e-bikes and mopeds.
www.theintelligencer.com
December 8, 2025 at 10:39 PM
Proposal would set 15 mph limit for e-bikes and bikes on Illinois paths
Study reveals disparity in Computer Science education access in Illinois schools
Study reveals disparity in Computer Science education access in Illinois schools
A new University of Illinois System research report shows that rural districts in the state need certified teachers and more course offerings to ensure equitable access to high school computer scie…
www.centralillinoisproud.com
December 8, 2025 at 10:34 PM
Study reveals disparity in Computer Science education access in Illinois schools
Retired chief: Illinois' SAFE-T Act 'emboldens' anti-police attackers
Retired chief: Illinois' SAFE-T Act 'emboldens' anti-police attackers
(The Center Square) – A retired police chief says Illinois’ SAFE-T Act has emboldened individuals who could attack law enforcement officers.
www.thecentersquare.com
December 8, 2025 at 10:28 PM
Retired chief: Illinois' SAFE-T Act 'emboldens' anti-police attackers
Mayor Brandon Johnson calls aldermanic budget plan ‘incomplete assignment’
Mayor Brandon Johnson calls aldermanic budget plan ‘incomplete assignment’
Mayor Brandon Johnson castigated the 26 aldermen, and said if they are so confident in their counterproposal to his $16.6 billion spending plan for next year, then prove it.
www.chicagotribune.com
December 8, 2025 at 10:23 PM
Mayor Brandon Johnson calls aldermanic budget plan ‘incomplete assignment’
State pension shortfall improves, thanks to strong market
State pension shortfall improves, thanks to strong market
The funded ratio reached its highest level since 2008.
www.chicagobusiness.com
December 8, 2025 at 10:18 PM
State pension shortfall improves, thanks to strong market