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Women for Jillian Coalition launch announced

By Ruth de Jauregui | Sep 26, 2016

Local and state supporters of Bernas' campaign to meet in Schaumburg on Oct. 5.

Illinois Chamber and NFIB endorse Thillens

By Ruth de Jauregui | Sep 26, 2016

Business groups throw their support behind Republican challenger.

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Tucker: "There should be respect for the voters"

By Hoang Tran | Sep 26, 2016

The Independent Maps Initiative in Illinois first hit a road block in July when it was deemed unconstitutional by Cook County Circuit Judge Diane Larsen and forced off the November ballot despite overwhelming support by voters and approval from the State Board of Elections.

1.9 percent of people in Buffalo Grove receive food stamps

By Local Labs News Service | Sep 26, 2016

1.9 percent of people in Buffalo Grove were receiving food stamps as of April 31, 2016, according to an analysis of the federal program by 'North Cook News.'

1.35 percent of people in Park Ridge receive food stamps

By Local Labs News Service | Sep 26, 2016

1.35 percent of people in Park Ridge were receiving food stamps as of April 31, 2016, according to an analysis of the federal program by 'North Cook News.'

Kolber says Illinois' economic model is broken

By North Cook News | Sep 26, 2016

The financial crisis in Illinois found temporary solace in a stopgap measure passed at the beginning of July, and while many are relieved that vital services such as education are being funded, others are weary of the battle of the wills happening at the capital.

Jawad O Rabi and Nermin N Khamou Purchase 2085 Lee St., Des Plaines

By Local Labs News Service | Sep 26, 2016

On June 15, 2016, Jawad O Rabi and Nermin N Khamou purchased a three bedroom, one bathroom home at 2085 Lee St., Des Plaines from Deborah J. and Thomas C. Hughes, Deborah J Stauffer-Hughes and Deborah J Stauffer for $250,500.

Tucker says to stop 'blame game' in favor of seeking solutions

By Ruth de Jauregui | Sep 25, 2016

Jessica Tucker, the Republican challenger for state House in District 18, recently responded to incumbent state Rep. Robyn Gabel's (D-Evanston) assertion that Gov. Bruce Rauner was to blame for Illinois' fiscal woes.

Top Flight volleyball camp set in Roselle

By Brent Zell | Sep 25, 2016

Top Flight Volleyball Club will hold an instructional camp starting Tuesday, Nov. 1, at the Clauss Recreation Center, 555 W. Bryn Mawr Ave. in Roselle.

Illinois voters urged to ‘bounce blank check Carol’

By Carol Ostrow | Sep 25, 2016

Displaying an oversized blank check made out to 'Illinois State Workers' that looms in the background behind state Rep. Carol Sente (D-District 59), a recent online ad campaign is urging voters to 'bounce blank check Carol.'

Alejandra Aguilar and Oscar A. Aguilar Porrua Purchase 660 S. Fourth Ave., Des Plaines

By Local Labs News Service | Sep 25, 2016

On June 15, 2016, Alejandra Aguilar and Oscar A. Aguilar Porrua purchased a two bedroom, one bathroom home at 660 S. Fourth Ave., Des Plaines from Dorothy Vangerhulst (trust), Dorothy Vanderhulst (trust) and Madonna A. Strykowski (trustee) for $172,000.

Lasonde opposes admitting more Syrian refugees to U.S.

By Ruth de Jauregui | Sep 24, 2016

The Republican candidate for U.S. Congress District Nine, Joan Lasonde, recently expressed her opposition to admitting more Syrian refugees into the U.S., providing four points to support her position.

Samuel Lee and Hwei Hwa Kuo Purchase 315 Whitehall Drive, Arlington Heights

By Local Labs News Service | Sep 24, 2016

On June 15, 2016, Samuel Lee and Hwei Hwa Kuo purchased a four bedroom, three bathroom home at 315 Whitehall Drive, Arlington Heights from Debra L. Kleifield (trustee) and Jeffrey I. Kleifield (trust) for $520,000.

Arlington Heights Environmental Commission meets to consider old business, reports

By Lhalie Castillo | Sep 23, 2016

The Village of Arlington Heights Environmental Commission met at 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 22.

Prospect Heights City Council to hear presentations at meeting

By Lhalie Castillo | Sep 23, 2016

The Prospect Heights City Council will meet at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 26.

Northbrook trustees meet to discuss reports

By Lhalie Castillo | Sep 23, 2016

The Northbrook board of trustees met Tuesday, Aug. 9.

Northbrook Zoning Board of Appeals decides on business items

By Lhalie Castillo | Sep 23, 2016

The Village of Northbrook Zoning Board of Appeals met Monday, July 25.

Maine West senior wins three gold medals at national karate championships

By Sean Fowler | Sep 23, 2016

Bailey Radnitzer, 17, is just starting her senior year at Maine West High School; unlike her classmates, however, she is coming off a summer in which she won three gold medals in karate.

Illinois community colleges cost state over $215,000 per on-time graduate

By North Cook News | Sep 23, 2016

Millions of dollars in taxpayer money are being spent in Illinois to support students and the community colleges in Illinois, but most of the students never graduate.