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“Welcoming the new year by celebrating love is one of the most special traditions of this office, and it’s an honor to continue it with Cook County’s first marriage of 2026,” Gordon said in a statement. #marriage #cookcounty

Vasselli notes that many legal engagements begin with a deep dive into statutes and case law. While that foundation is necessary, he believes it is rarely sufficient. #municipal #law

Illinois Department of Agriculture Director Jerry Costello II said the change reflects broader efforts to update the fair experience. #statefair #ticketing

Beginning in 2026, the state will operate under a three-zone structure, with the South and South-Central zones combined into a single South Zone. #hunting #waterfowl

Part of the law requires firearms to be stored if there is anyone not eligible under federal and state law to handle a firearm. #law #firearms #bill

This holiday season, I was proud to support the Christmas Tree of Honor, a meaningful community tradition that once again brought neighbors together to honor local veterans in need. #oped #senatorpatrickjoyce #40thdistrict

A Bears stadium in Hampshire would do more than host football games; it would anchor the franchise in a growing Illinois community for generations to come. #chicagobears #stadium #hampshire

City officials presented a compelling, data-driven argument, revealing that the exemption application was not only incomplete but also misleading, failing to meet the stringent legal standards required by Illinois law. #tax #protection #zion

Under Illinois election law, petition circulators must personally witness each signature they attest to collecting. #petition #gop

The question we hear most often isn't about marketing strategies or financing, it's "how do you handle your kids and their phones?" #kids #online #oped