The editor of an Illinois economic research and commentary website told critics to “put up or shut up” after a trustee called the site a “political propaganda paper” during an open board meeting last month.

Applications to become a Streamwood Village Board trustee are still being accepted through today, which is the deadline.

Nellie Beckner, senior planner for the Village of Mount Prospect, has been promoted to the newly created position of interim assistant to the village manager.

Mel Thillens, a Republican candidate for the state Senate from District 28, is continuing his call for reform in Illinois by launching a petition to include a referendum on the November ballot that would implement term limits for all state legislators. 

The Schaumburg Business Association (SBA) will sponsor numerous events this December.

The president and board of trustees of the village of Wilmette will hold a regular meeting at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday.