Monthly Archives: January, 2026

Officials said the effort builds on an ongoing partnership between the Cook County Clerk’s Office and the Secretary of State’s Office to improve coordination, cut down on wait times and remove unnecessary barriers as the federal enforcement date approaches. #cookcounty #realid #identification

By midseason, teammates and coaches had a name for it: Iceman. Not because he lacks emotion — but because he refuses to let it leak. #chicagobears #football #sports

They argued in their motion that they each devote significant resources to registering their members to vote, and they fear the lawsuit could result in a ruling that undermines those efforts. #lawsuit #votingrights #labor

Trump credited the enforcement of federal immigration law for what he called “record low” crime numbers across the U.S. #chicagocrime #pritzker #trump

One of the key reforms being pushed is the creation of a countywide assessment manual with binding standards. #cookcounty #propertytax #

State officials say the investments tied to the new law could create up to 115,000 jobs, including both construction and long-term operating positions. #energy #jobs

Gordon extended condolences to Pluskota’s family, fellow Marines and members of the veteran community, saying his service and legacy will not be forgotten. #veteran #mourning

Sheehan said these measures are intended to give survivors more time and legal support to seek justice while ensuring traffickers face lasting consequences. #humantrafficing #prevention

Campaign officials said the new office will serve as a hub for organizing, volunteer recruitment and voter outreach as the primary approaches. #campaign #office #politics

Reading letters from loved ones on a tablet, they said, was not the same as being able to hold the real thing. #mail #prison #corrections