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Ormsby on LTHS playoff run: 'We're hoping to redeem ourselves'

By Andy Nghiem | Feb 7, 2023

The post-season is approaching and the Lyons Township High School Lions girl's basketball team has been making extra preparations to iron out any weaknesses and be ready for the challenge.

Berwyn's Lovero on concerns over Blo Room Hookah Lounge: 'I will hear the evidence and I will make a decision at that point'

By Andy Nghiem | Oct 8, 2022

Several Berwyn citizens attended the public City Council meeting to share their concerns about a particular business in the city.

Berwyn residents voice concerns at City Council meeting about rodent problem

By Andy Nghiem | Oct 8, 2022

Residents of the city of Berwyn attended the Sept. 13 City Council meeting to talk about and hear updates on the rodent issue.

Dodge on inflation in Illinois: 'You see people changing their behaviors on everything'

By Andy Nghiem | Jul 27, 2022

As inflation rises to its highest level in more than 40 years, Village of Oak Park Trustee Jim Dodge commented on what continuing inflation could mean for Illinois families.

Cook County Public Guardian: 'TWELFTH time since January' that DCFS' Smith cited for contempt of court

By Andy Nghiem | Jul 17, 2022

The Office of the Cook County Public Guardian is admonishing Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) Director Marc Smith for repeatedly being held in contempt of court for failing to find appropriate placements for children in DCFS care.

Oak Park Village's Dodge on companies fleeing Illinois: 'We need to be more business friendly'

By Andy Nghiem | Jul 1, 2022

Illinois' wealthiest man, billionaire Ken Griffin, recently announced that he will be relocating the headquarters of his hedge fund firm Citadel from Chicago to Miami, citing rising violence throughout the city and the tax benefits Florida offers as the reasons for his decision.

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Patlak endorses Morrison: 'We need to keep Sean Morrison on the County Board where he stands up for us'

By Andy Nghiem | Jun 23, 2022

Dan Patlak, a Republican leader and a Former Commissioner at the Cook County Board of Tax Review, recently announced his official endorsement for Cook County Commissioner Sean Morrison.

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Stephens on FY 2023 Budget: 'Illinois needs responsible fiscal leadership, not election-year gimmicks'

By Andy Nghiem | May 4, 2022

Illinois State Rep. Brad Stephens (R-Rosemont) is criticizing House Democrats for passing temporary tax relief in the FY 2023 budget while Illinoisans shoulder the largest tax burden in the country.

'PPI is in at 11.4% for March': Morrison criticizes Biden administration economic policies for soaring inflation

By Andy Nghiem | May 3, 2022

Cook County Commissioner Sean Morrison recently criticized the Biden administration for inflation and cited numbers from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) that indicates more inflation and a recession is imminent.

Curran observes National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day and thanks officers for 'keeping us safe'

By Andy Nghiem | Jan 18, 2022

On Jan. 9, Illinois State Sen. John Curran (R-Downers Grove) recently honored police officers on National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day.

Honoring a 'remarkable life': Illinois House Senate passes bill to rename Hinsdale bridge for child

By Andy Nghiem | Jun 13, 2021

Illinois has voted unanimously to pass a bill to memorialize a child’s life and his battle with cancer.

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Glowiak-Hilton pushes bill 'to ensure nonprofit sponsors have access to resources' to construct affordable housing

By Andy Nghiem | May 19, 2021

Illinois State Sen. Suzy Glowiak-Hilton (D-Western Springs) is pushing legislation to support affordable housing projects by renewing the state’s tax credit program and steadily increasing benefits over time.

COVID-19 accelerates Illinois Tollway plan to end cash payments at tolls

By Andy Nghiem | Mar 12, 2021

Illinois Tollway is eliminating cash payments at tolls as it moves permanently to an electronic system.

Fans speculate whether Arlington International Racecourse could become Chicago Bears home stadium

By Andy Nghiem | Mar 3, 2021

Recent news of the pending sale of Arlington International Racecourse to a property developer has led to rumors and fans speculating that the park may become the new stadium for the Chicago Bears, NBC Chicago reported.

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Illinois expanding locations to get COVID vaccination

By Andy Nghiem | Jan 26, 2021

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker recently provided an update about the state's pandemic response, with prospects of having vaccines available in more locations.

Chicago Scholars helps students overcome obstacles to learning during COVID-19.

By Andy Nghiem | Sep 3, 2020

A local organization wants to help students anxious about navigating the unique challenges of learning remotely in the pandemic era of education, ABC 7 Eyewitness News reported.

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