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Rep. Morrison supports First Amendment fight in wake of free speech lawsuit filed against U of I

By Glenn Minnis | Jun 17, 2019

Illinois state Rep. Tom Morrison (R-Palatine) has long believed some of the greatest lessons taught on college campuses occur outside of the classroom.

From DuPage Policy Journal

Rep. Mazzochi makes a stand for free speech on campuses as U of I is named in suit alleging bias

By Glenn Minnis | 6 years ago

Illinois state Rep. Deanne Mazzochi (R-Elmhurst) is intent on making sure public universities take seriously what she believes should be their total commitment to free speech on all on campuses across the state.

ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 55: Moylan Fights for More Commonsense Gun Safety Measures; Wants to Fix the FOID System

By Press release submission | Jun 17, 2019

Moylan Fights for More Commonsense Gun Safety Measures; Wants to Fix the FOID System

NORTHBROOK PARK DISTRICT: Race to the Finish at Liberty Loop 5K and Liberty Lap Fun Run

By Press release submission | Jun 16, 2019

Celebrate the 4th of July with a run through the parks!

EVANSTON-SKOKIE COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT 65: July 1: D65 Leadership Transition

By Press release submission | Jun 16, 2019

Dr. Goren and School Board Mutually Agree to Leadership Transition

Illinois General Assembly: HB3498 actions on May 17

By Local Labs News Service | Jun 16, 2019

The following actions were taken on May 17 in the House on House bill HB3498 ("crim cd-female gen mutilation"): "Added as Alternate Co-Sponsor Sen. Bill Cunningham", "Added as Alternate Chief Co-Sponsor Sen. Rachelle Crowe", "Placed on Calendar Order of Concurrence Senate Amendment(s", "Arrived in House", "Third Reading - Passed", "Added as Alternate Chief Co-Sponsor Sen. Jacqueline Y. Collins" an

CITY OF EVANSTON: 9th Annual 'Evanston Recycles' Event July 6

By Press release submission | Jun 16, 2019

The City of Evanston will host its ninth annual "Evanston Recycles" event on Saturday, July 6, from 9 a.m. to noon, at Evanston Township High School, 1600 Dodge Ave.

Illinois General Assembly: HB3659 actions on May 22

By Local Labs News Service | Jun 16, 2019

The following actions were taken on May 22 in the House on House bill HB3659 ("charter school-board training"): "Passed Both Houses" and "Third Reading - Passed".

CITY OF PROSPECT HEIGHTS: Garbage and Recycling Collection Transition to Flood Brothers

By Press release submission | Jun 16, 2019

On July 1st, the City of Prospect Heights will switch solid waste collection to Flood Brothers.

Illinois General Assembly: HB3652 actions on May 22

By Local Labs News Service | Jun 16, 2019

The following actions were taken on May 22 in the House on House bill HB3652 ("sch cd-sch counselor-college"): "Passed Both Houses" and "Third Reading - Passed".

BARRINGTON HILLS PARK DISTRICT: Youth & Adult Tennis Classes – Register Now

By Press release submission | Jun 16, 2019

The Barrington Area Tennis Association programs are held at the Park District’s courts at Countryside Elementary School during the spring/summer.

Illinois General Assembly: HB3711 actions on May 22

By Local Labs News Service | Jun 16, 2019

The following actions were taken on May 22 in the House on House bill HB3711 ("equitable restroom-baby change"): "Passed Both Houses" and "Third Reading - Passed".

Illinois General Assembly: HB3468 actions on May 17

By Local Labs News Service | Jun 16, 2019

The following actions were taken on May 17 in the House on House bill HB3468 ("health care-closed captioning"): "Passed Both Houses" and "Third Reading - Passed".

Illinois General Assembly: HB3606 actions on May 23

By Local Labs News Service | Jun 16, 2019

The following actions were taken on May 23 in the House on House bill HB3606 ("student online protection"): "Placed on Calendar Order of Concurrence Senate Amendment(s", "Arrived in House", "Senate Floor Amendment No. 2 Tabled Pursuant to Rule 5-4(a", "Third Reading - Passed", "Placed on Calendar Order of 3rd Reading", "Senate Floor Amendment No. 3 Adopted(Aquino" and "Recalled to Second Reading".

Illinois General Assembly: HB348 actions on May 16

By Local Labs News Service | Jun 16, 2019

The following actions were taken on May 16 in the House on House bill HB348 ("mchenry twp & dist dissolution"): "Passed Both Houses" and "Third Reading - Passed".

Illinois General Assembly: HB38 actions on May 29

By Local Labs News Service | Jun 16, 2019

The following actions were taken on May 29 in the House on House bill HB38 ("crim cd-place of worship"): "Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Dan Ugaste", "Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Jonathan Carroll", "Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Dave Severin", "Passed Both Houses", "House Concurs" and "Senate Committee Amendment No. 1 House Concurs".

2018 Parolees Recap: Who was paroled in Niles?

By Local Labs News Service | Jun 16, 2019

There were five offenders released on parole during 2018 that live in Niles zip codes, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by North Cook News.

Illinois General Assembly: HB423 actions on May 16

By Local Labs News Service | Jun 16, 2019

The following actions were taken on May 16 in the House on House bill HB423 ("education-tech"): "Passed Both Houses" and "Third Reading - Passed".

Illinois General Assembly: HB359 actions on May 16

By Local Labs News Service | Jun 16, 2019

The following actions were taken on May 16 in the House on House bill HB359 ("university-surplus real estate"): "Passed Both Houses" and "Third Reading - Passed".

Illinois General Assembly: HB3503 actions on May 22

By Local Labs News Service | Jun 16, 2019

The following actions were taken on May 22 in the House on House bill HB3503 ("ins code-hearing aids"): "Placed on Calendar Order of Concurrence Senate Amendment(s", "Arrived in House", "Third Reading - Passed", "Placed on Calendar Order of 3rd Reading", "Senate Floor Amendment No. 1 Adopted(BertinoTarrant", "Recalled to Second Reading", "Added as Alternate Chief Co-Sponsor Sen. Pat McGuire", "Add