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Geldermann on Madigan conviction: ‘The corruption is worse now than it was when Madigan was running it’

Jim Geldermann, a former Illinois House candidate, said he believes the conviction of former House Speaker Michael Madigan does little to change the state’s corruption problems.

By North Cook News reports | Feb 18, 2025

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Hutchinson: ‘Madigan created a criminal enterprise called the Democratic Party of Illinois’

Charles Hutchinson, who ran for the Illinois House of Representatives in District 18 during the 2024 election, spoke candidly about the lasting impact of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan's corrupt legacy.

By North Cook News reports | Feb 17, 2025

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Northfield Township Republican Committeeman Brown: ‘Madigan’s conviction proves the depth of corruption in Illinois politics’

By North Cook News reports | Feb 13, 2025

Northfield Township Republican Committeeman TJ Brown said former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan’s conviction on 10 counts of conspiracy, bribery, and wire fraud highlights the systemic corruption that plagued the state during his 36-year tenure.

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Rep. Schakowsky: Women avoid manufacturing because 'the name manufacturing sounds like a guy'

By North Cook News | Feb 13, 2025

Democratic Representative Jan Schakowsky of Illinois said that fewer women enter the manufacturing sector because "the name manufacturing sounds like a guy."

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Protest planned outside Evanston fire station over photo of firefighters wearing Trump masks

By North Cook News | Jan 27, 2025

A protest is reportedly planned outside an Evanston fire station following the circulation of a photo depicting firefighters wearing Donald Trump masks.

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Committeeman Mark Albers: Schakowsky shows 'disgraceful betrayal of public trust'

By North Cook News | Jan 9, 2025

Mark Albers, committeeman for the Niles Township Republican Organization, expressed criticism towards Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky (IL-09) for her vote against the Laken Riley Act.

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State Representative Jennifer Sanalitro: 'A terribly sad story ahead of the most important holiday of the year'

By North Cook News | Dec 25, 2024

State Representative Jennifer Sanalitro commented on the death of Illinois State Police (ISP) Trooper Clay Carns in a Facebook post dated December 24.

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Stinson: 'With Thomas Homan, Americans can expect stronger borders and a clear plan to address illegal immigration'

By North Cook News | Nov 22, 2024

James Stinson, Committeeman of the Republicans of Maine Township, expressed his support for the selection of Tom Homan as Director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

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Stinson: 'Governor J.B. Pritzker has misled Illinoisans, claiming a balanced budget while leaving the state with mounting deficits'

By North Cook News | Nov 20, 2024

James Stinson, Committeeman of the Republicans of Maine Township, reacted to the projected deficits for the 2026 fiscal year.

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Weyermuller: ‘Yesterday when I voted they asked what language I wanted for a ballot’

By North Cook News reports | Nov 7, 2024

Ahead of the Nov. 5 election, signs posted at Cook County DMV offices prompted those seeking voter registration forms in Chinese, Hindi, Polish, Spanish or Urdu to "please advise the clerk."

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Rep. Jennifer Sanalitro: 'With the election less than a week away, my office is receiving many questions from neighbors about voting'

By North Cook News | Oct 31, 2024

State Representative Jennifer Sanalitro provided information on voting with a provisional ballot in an October 30 Facebook post.

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Chairman of the Hanover Township Republican Organization: 'Americans deserve a stable economy'

By North Cook News | Oct 18, 2024

Mike Baumer, Chairman of Hanover Township Republican Organization (HTRO), expressed concerns over rising prices under the Biden-Harris administration. He said that this increase has made it challenging for families to afford basic needs, contrasting it with the economic stability experienced during the Trump administration. Baumer shared his views with the North Cook News on October 16.

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Chairman of the Hanover Township Republican Organization: 'Americans deserve a stable economy'

By North Cook News | Oct 18, 2024

Mike Baumer, Chairman of Hanover Township Republican Organization (HTRO), expressed concerns about the economic challenges faced by families under the Biden-Harris administration. He contrasted this with what he described as greater economic stability during the Trump administration. Baumer made these remarks to the North Cook News on October 16.

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Illinois State House District 49 candidate: 'Pop quiz!'

By North Cook News | Oct 15, 2024

Hannah Billingsley, a candidate for Illinois State House District 49, highlighted her visit to USAgain in a Facebook post dated October 13. She said, "Did you know that reusing just one pound of clothing saves about 2,400 gallons of water?"

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Illinois State Senate District 10 candidate: 'The Chicago Teachers' Union is actively trying to control who they report to'

By North Cook News | Oct 14, 2024

Illinois State Senate District 10 candidate Jon Luers has raised concerns about the influence of the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) on local school board elections. In an October 7 Facebook post, Luers said, "The Chicago Teachers' Union is actively trying to control who they report to--they are funding a School Board candidate in each district."

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State Representative Jennifer Sanalitro: 'More than 60 people have been sickened across nine states'

By North Cook News | Oct 12, 2024

State Representative Jennifer Sanalitro shared information regarding an egg recall, stating, "More than 60 people have been sickened across nine states, including Illinois, from Salmonella contaminated eggs," in an October 8 Facebook post.

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Illinois Eighth Congressional District candidate: 'Open Border Policies Are Ineffective'

By North Cook News | Oct 3, 2024

Illinois Eighth Congressional District candidate Mark Rice has expressed concerns over open border policies, citing potential negative impacts on society. In a Facebook post dated September 27, Rice said, "As a nation that values law and order, open border policies can have detrimental effects on our society."

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8th Congressional District candidate Rice on illegal alien crime: ‘My opponent can't talk about it because it's all on their watch’

By North Cook News reports | Sep 27, 2024

8th Congressional District candidate Mark Rice has expressed his frustration with what he describes as a "wide open border" and the resulting influx of crime and drugs in Illinois.

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11th Congressional District candidate Evans: ‘Close the border, ensure that prosecutors are not committing prosecutorial misconduct’

By North Cook News reports | Sep 10, 2024

11th Congressional District candidate Jerry Evans is criticizing the federal government’s handling of crime and immigration issues, spotlighting what he describes as a severe oversight impacting communities across Illinois.

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10th Congressional District candidate Carris on surviving plane hijacking by Palestinian group: ‘There was shooting behind us, and the plane exploded’

By North Cook News reports | Sep 5, 2024

10th Congressional District candidate Jim Carris delivered a heartfelt and impassioned plea for U.S. action in response to the recent escalation of violence in Israel.