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Chicago City Council to mull $1.25 billion of bonds | #citycouncil

On Friday, the Chicago City Council’s Finance Committee will discuss $1.25 billion of general obligation and Sales Tax Securitization Corporation bonds that Mayor Brandon Johnson has urged the City Council to approve. But no vote will take place on the bonds as of yet. The Johnson administration is reportedly aiming to pass the bond measure […]

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Who was Rockford’s first Black mayor?

How much do you know about Rockford’s Black history? In celebration and recognition of Black History Month, the Rockford Register Star has partnered with the Rockford Public Library’s Local History Room to bring our readers a local Black history fact of the day. Visit rrstar.com or the Rockford Register Star newspaper each day throughout the […]

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Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard announces $1 million giveaway, sparking concern among residents

Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard announces $1 million giveaway for Black History Month Some residents in the south suburbs are concerned after the Dolton Mayor and Thornton Township Supervisor promised a $1 million dollar giveaway, which turned out to be public funds. DOLTON – Some residents in the south suburbs are concerned after the Dolton Mayor […]

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Aurora’s mayor leads effort in granting holiday cheer to active military

Gifts from Home: Aurora arranging special suprises for troops The city of Aurora is arranging special surprises for the troops this holiday season. AURORA, Ill. – The city of Aurora is arranging special surprises for the troops this holiday season. The annual “Gifts from Home” program provides active military from Aurora with a holiday package […]

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Police probe fake London mayor video on pro-Palestinian marches

London Mayor Sadiq Khan during a ceremony at Piccadilly Circus on the eve of the first day of Ramadan, in London, Britain March 21, 2023. March 21 2023. Anna Gordon/REUTERS/File Photo Acquire Licensing Rights LONDON, Nov 10 (Reuters) – A post shared on social media purporting to show the mayor of London saying pro-Palestinian marches […]

Arkansas

Lawsuit filed by Illinois men reveals shocking allegations of abuse at Arkansas religious camp

Lawsuit filed by Illinois men reveals shocking allegations of abuse at Arkansas religious camp A new lawsuit has been filed against a religious camp in Arkansas, and some of those suing are from Illinois. CHICAGO – A new lawsuit has been filed against a religious camp in Arkansas, and some of the people suing are […]

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Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard fires city’s police chief

Dolton mayor fires citys police chief The mayor of south suburban Dolton has fired the citys police chief. DOLTON – The mayor of south suburban Dolton has fired the city’s police chief. Mayor Tiffany Henyard terminated Police Chief Robert Collins Junior, according to his attorney, confirmed in a statement to FOX 32’s Dane Placko. Dane […]

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Migrant crisis ‘one of the most challenging’ problems facing Chicago’s new mayor, chief of staff says

Brandon Johnson to be sworn in as Chicago’s 57th Mayor on Monday Brandon Johnson will not have much time to celebrate. He’s inheriting a city in dire financial straits, and will immediately have to deal with the ongoing problem of the thousands of migrants arriving in Chicago and straining the city’s resources. CHICAGO – The […]

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Chicago mayoral challenger predicts Lightfoot won’t make runoff election

Chicago mayoral candidate predicts Lightfoot won’t make runoff election It would be the first time ever an incumbent Chicago mayor didn’t make it to the runoff election. CHICAGO – Chicagoans will begin voting for mayor later this month, and we’ll count the ballots on Feb. 28. The campaign is about to heat up, with several […]

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Kam Buckner to file petitions to run for Chicago mayor next week

Kam Buckner to file petitions to run for Chicago mayor next week Kam Buckner will file his petitions to run for Chicago mayor next week. CHICAGO – Kam Buckner will file his petitions to run for Chicago mayor next week. The Chairman of Illinois’ Black Caucus says his campaign will focus on installing trust in […]