September, 2016 Stories | North Cook News

Northbrook AD Hoc Facilities Committee reviews project updates

By Lhalie Castillo | Sep 18, 2016

The Village of Northbrook AD Hoc Facilities Committee met at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 13.

Boomers looking to bounce back after tough season

By Brent Zell | Sep 18, 2016

For the second straight season, the Schaumburg Boomers were home earlier than hoped.

Gott speaks at local events, calling Illinois bond rating 'junk'

By Marian Johns | Sep 18, 2016

Candidate Dan Gott (R-Des Plaines) recently spoke about the drastic need for common sense in Illinois government, and against Common Core curriculum, at two public events during his campaigning last week.

Katherine Speciale and Matthew Quinn Purchase 609 S. Braintree Drive, Schaumburg

By Local Labs News Service | Sep 18, 2016

On June 15, 2016, Katherine Speciale and Matthew Quinn purchased a three bedroom, 1.5 bathroom home at 609 S. Braintree Drive, Schaumburg from Caroline Randazzo for $260,000.

Cook County takes steps toward collective health care

By Carol Ostrow | Sep 17, 2016

Joined by colleagues to create a robust health care system for the uninsured, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle recently announced plans for countywide coverage through the Cook County Health and Hospitals System (CCHHS).

Federal judge blasts Chicago Democrats for committee interference

By Ruth de Jauregui | Sep 17, 2016

Chicago Republican Party Chair Chris Cleveland celebrated a victory in U.S. District Court when Judge Milton Shadur ruled that the GOP could determine who can be seated as a Republican committee member in Chicago.

Park Ridge Community Health Commission to discuss community garden

By Lhalie Castillo | Sep 17, 2016

The City of Park Ridge Community Health Commission will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 22.

Park Ridge Community Health Commission meets to discuss projects

By Lhalie Castillo | Sep 17, 2016

The City of Park Ridge Community Health Commission met Thursday, Aug. 25.

Deadlines approaching for Wheeling's youth volleyball, futsal league registration

By Brent Zell | Sep 17, 2016

Registration deadlines for youth volleyball and futsal in the Wheeling Park District are drawing near, according to the district's program guide.

Hyun Jeong and Myung Kim Purchase 426 Skokie Blvd., Wilmette

By Local Labs News Service | Sep 17, 2016

On June 15, 2016, Hyun Jeong and Myung Kim purchased a three bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home at 426 Skokie Blvd., Wilmette from Irene and Mark Fleyshman for $292,500.

IEMA proposes radioactive materials license changes

By North Cook News | Sep 16, 2016

The Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) recently proposed a change to the radioactive material licensing requirements.

Rauner urges Assembly to put redistricting reform back on ballot

By North Cook News | Sep 16, 2016

Now that the Illinois Supreme Court has kept redistricting reform, also known as "free maps," off the November ballot, Gov. Bruce Rauner said he wants the General Assembly to put it back on.

Illinois governor, AFSCME remain deadlocked in contract talks

By North Cook News | Sep 16, 2016

More than a year after talks between Gov. Bruce Rauner and the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees were said to have reached an impasse in negotiations over the union's contract with the state which expired on June 30, 2015, all efforts to agree on new terms have been fruitless.