Under the approval, Bally’s Chicago Operating Company will be permitted to continue operating its temporary casino location for an additional 12 months, extending operations from Sept. 6, 2026, through Sept. 9, 2027. #casino #illinoisgamingboard

Critics point to recent incidents in Oak Lawn and other south suburban communities where businesses with video gambling terminals have been targeted by burglars seeking cash stored inside the machines. #gambling #crime #chicago

The ordinance seeks to address concerns about harassment, intimidation and the disclosure of personal information involving election workers while promoting greater public participation in the democratic process. #cookcounty #election #vote

“Is a 77% failure rate in reading ok? A 76% failure rate in math and 88% of our Black students not being able to read, is that ok Dr. King? Is that success or failure?” Burgess asked. #congress #cps #centersquare

Garrett was recognized for his efforts to bring together community organizations, businesses, philanthropic partners and government agencies to expand opportunities and improve neighborhoods throughout the Chicago region. #award #civicfederation #seangarrett

In a statement released by the party, Hernandez highlighted the role DACA has played in allowing undocumented immigrants brought to the United States as children to work, study and contribute to their communities. #democraticparty #daca #dreamers

Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon said the report provides important insight into changing voting habits and election administration efforts. #report #primary #cookcounty

“The evidence shows that he was running a mini gun factory out of his house,” Tom Leggans, an assistant U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Illinois, told the jury on Tuesday afternoon during closing arguments of the two-day trial in Benton. #benton #3dprint #convicted