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Chicago Tribune expects 2017 will mean more Madigan-generated woes for Illinois

By North Cook News | Jan 12, 2017

Even as Gov. Bruce Rauner continues to strive toward a potential state budget solution, House Speaker Mike Madigan (D-Chicago) “delays and offers nothing,” the Chicago Tribune recently reported while continuing its coverage of Illinois’ hemorrhaging finances.

Lawrence and Rachel Plawsky Purchase 630 Laurel Ave., Wilmette

By Local Labs News Service | Jan 12, 2017

On June 17, 2016, Lawrence and Rachel Plawsky purchased a five bedroom, 3.5 bathroom home at 630 Laurel Ave., Wilmette from Brian and Danica Alink for $1,355,000.

Vlad and Laura S. Dorojan Purchase 1406 Allison Lane, Schaumburg

By Local Labs News Service | Jan 11, 2017

On June 17, 2016, Vlad and Laura S. Dorojan purchased a four bedroom, 1.5 bathroom home at 1406 Allison Lane, Schaumburg from Susan Reissinger for $295,000.

Peter Angelopoulos donates $1,000 to Committee to Elect Maria Pappas

By Local Labs News Service | Jan 10, 2017

Peter Angelopoulos, (200 N. Grace Ave., Park Ridge), donated $1,000 to Chicago's Committee to Elect Maria Pappas on Nov. 21, 2016.

Sandra Berger donates $2,500 to Citizens for Tucker

By Local Labs News Service | Jan 10, 2017

Sandra Berger, (650 Ardsley Road, Winnetka), donated $2,500 to Wilmette's Citizens for Tucker on Nov. 3, 2016.

Sharon K Hillhouse Purchases 800 Ridge Road 110, Wilmette

By Local Labs News Service | Jan 10, 2017

On June 17, 2016, Sharon K Hillhouse purchased a home at 800 Ridge Road 110, Wilmette from E. Heimbach Phyllis (trust) and Mary Versino (trustee) for $123,000.

Patlak to explain property tax appeal procedures in Schaumburg

By Ruth de Jauregui | Jan 9, 2017

Schaumburg Assessor and Commissioners to hold property tax appeal seminar; presentation is free to the public.

McKay donates $200 to Citizens to Elect Cenar Judge

By Local Labs News Service | Jan 9, 2017

Citizens to Elect Cenar Judge has received $10,800 in contributions in 2016 from 32 donors.

Orcutt donates $350 to Democratic Party of Evanston

By Local Labs News Service | Jan 9, 2017

Democratic Party of Evanston has received $16,220 in contributions in 2016 from 13 donors.

Tinley Park Plan Commission holds public hearing on 2016 zoning map

By Lhalie Castillo | Jan 9, 2017

Tinley Park Plan Commission holds public hearing on 2016 zoning map at its recent meeting.

Arlington Heights Housing Commission hears update on group home and transitional housing

By Lhalie Castillo | Jan 9, 2017

Arlington Heights Housing Commission hears update on group home and transitional housing at its meeting last week.

Wheeling Senior Citizens Commission receives update on Senior Center

By Wadi Reformado | Jan 9, 2017

Wheeling Senior Citizens Commission receives update on Senior Center at its meeting last week.

Park Ridge Liquor License Review Board recommends Class R liquor license for Pickwick Restaurant

By Philip Gonzales | Jan 9, 2017

Park Ridge Liquor License Review Board recommends Class R liquor license for Pickwick Restaurant at its recent meeting.

Avoca School District No. 37 Board holds open house to discuss status of Avoca Center

By Philip Gonzales | Jan 9, 2017

Avoca School District No. 37 Board recently held an open house to discuss status of Avoca Center.

Anti-Madigan rally planned in Springfield

By North Cook News | Jan 9, 2017

The Illinois Policy Institute has announced an upcoming rally opposing Rep. Mike Madigan's (D-Chicago) re-election as speaker of the House.

Tribune: Illinois residents aren't frogs, won't remain in Madigan's boiling pot

By North Cook News | Jan 9, 2017

Invoking an old wives’ tale referring to ambivalent, “average" amphibians, the Chicago Tribune recently created an analogy between disinterested Illinois taxpayers and a hypothetical pot of frog stew to illustrate the state’s simmering fiscal status.

Analyst: Key to stopping loss of residents, jobs may lie in workers' comp reform

By North Cook News | Jan 9, 2017

A U.S. Census Bureau report released this week reveals that between July 2015 and July 2016, Illinois lost 114,144 residents -- a net loss of 37,508 when arrivals are factored in -- a record high for the state.

Skmd LLC Purchases 1334 Yarmouth Court 692, Schaumburg

By Local Labs News Service | Jan 9, 2017

On June 17, 2016, Skmd LLC purchased a two bedroom, one bathroom home at 1334 Yarmouth Court 692, Schaumburg from Edward W. and Rosemary T. Redker for $100,500.