January, 2017 Stories | North Cook News

Editorial: Todd Wessell wouldn't lie to us, would he?

By North Cook News | Jan 24, 2017

Partisanship bad, bipartisanship good. That's what we've been conditioned to believe. But why?

BGA: Chicago's plastic-bag tax faked 'green' crusade to rake in green

By North Cook News | Jan 24, 2017

The Better Government Association (BGA) recently suggested that the Chicago City Council’s new 7 cents-a-bag tax authorization is one more in a series of cloaked legislative efforts, wherein the stated purpose may obscure another motive.

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Critics point out hypocrisy in Madigan attack on Rauner regarding wealth and power

By North Cook News | Jan 24, 2017

There's a certain hypocrisy to House Speaker Mike Madigan (D-Chicago) accusing Republican Gov. Bruce Rauner of holding the budget process hostage for his wealthy friends and big business in general, a radio talk show's co-hosts said recently.

David Koo donates $2,000 to Friends for Marty Moylan for State Representative

By Local Labs News Service | Jan 24, 2017

David Koo, (1834 N. Wolcott Ave., Chicago), donated $2,000 to Des Plaines's Friends for Marty Moylan for State Representative on Nov. 14, 2016.

Hugh Mallaney donates $1,000 to Friends of Josina Morita

By Local Labs News Service | Jan 24, 2017

Hugh Mallaney, (1255 S. Mich., No. 1908, Chicago), donated $1,000 to Skokie's Friends of Josina Morita on Nov. 7, 2016.

Elizabeth R. and Seth M. Hopkins Purchase 2455 the Strand, Northbrook

By Local Labs News Service | Jan 24, 2017

On June 20, 2016, Elizabeth R. and Seth M. Hopkins purchased a five bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home at 2455 the Strand, Northbrook from American Intl Relocation Sol LLC for $875,000.

Buffalo Grove launches corridor market study plan

By Carol Ostrow | Jan 23, 2017

Kicking off a Lake Cook Corridor analysis, village of Buffalo Grove leaders recently revealed plans to undertake a comprehensive market study to assess how best to achieve local growth, working with experts to improve infrastructure.

Educator challenges meaning of diversity at New Trier High School

By Giovanni Whaley | Jan 23, 2017

New Trier Township High School will hold an All-School Seminar Day during the month of February, and some of the scheduled seminars and workshops are causing a bit of controversy -- and bringing up an important question about what diversity actually means.

Palatine Council and Committee of the Whole considers two special use permits

By Philip Gonzales | Jan 23, 2017

Palatine Council and Committee of the Whole considers two special use permits at its recent meeting.

Arlington Heights Board of Trustees votes on appointment to Electrical Commission

By Wadi Reformado | Jan 23, 2017

Arlington Heights Board of Trustees votes on appointment to Electrical Commission at its meeting last week.

Prospect Heights Water Committee is presented with sub-committees budget requests

By Jenie Mallari-Torres | Jan 23, 2017

Prospect Heights Water Committee is presented with sub-committees budget requests at its meeting on Saturday.

Palatine Liquor Commission discusses temporary Class E liquor license request

By Philip Gonzales | Jan 23, 2017

Palatine Liquor Commission discusses temporary Class E liquor license request at its meeting last week.

Park Ridge City Council approves special use request for a mixed-use development

By Jenie Mallari-Torres | Jan 23, 2017

Park Ridge City Council approves special use request for a mixed-use development at its recent meeting.

Embattled auditor general told to step aside

By North Cook News | Jan 23, 2017

The Chicago Tribune has called for embattled Illinois Auditor General Frank Mautino to step aside until he resolves nagging campaign finance questions that his critics say major media outlets have largely ignored for months.

Maria L. Douyris and Halina I Henning Purchase 519 Wingate Drive Hse, Schaumburg

By Local Labs News Service | Jan 23, 2017

On June 20, 2016, Maria L. Douyris and Halina I Henning purchased a four bedroom, one bathroom home at 519 Wingate Drive Hse, Schaumburg from Linda J. and Charles A. Lagioia for $349,000.

Greg and Viktoriia Kopec Purchase 244 S. Hatlen Ave., Mount Prospect

By Local Labs News Service | Jan 22, 2017

On June 20, 2016, Greg and Viktoriia Kopec purchased a three bedroom, one bathroom home at 244 S. Hatlen Ave., Mount Prospect from William C. Burns for $305,500.

Jennifer Harkin Purchases 2125 Northwind Circle 13-4-E1 and 2, Schaumburg

By Local Labs News Service | Jan 21, 2017

On June 20, 2016, Jennifer Harkin purchased a two bedroom, two bathroom home at 2125 Northwind Circle 13-4-E1 and 2, Schaumburg from Dana M. Roman (trust) and Dana M. Roman (trustee) for $155,000.