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Oak Lawn Chamber of Commerce Holds Another Successful Golf Outing

Oak Lawn Bank & Trust has been this event’s Major Sponsor since 2017 and have donated $22,500 in total to the Oak Lawn Chamber of Commerce. #golf

Mokena Blast McCarron 10U Team Wins USSSA Great Lakes National Championship

Competing against 17 top-tier teams in their division, this group of 11 powerhouse players from Mokena, Frankfort, Tinley Park, and nearby towns finished the tournament with an impressive 7-1 record, showcasing grit, heart, and championship-level hustle every step of the way. #championship

Cook County Named Top Ten Digital County for Sixth Year Running

The annual survey honors counties that use innovative technology practices to strengthen cybersecurity, enhance services for residents, increase transparency and expand digital equity. #digital

Federal food assistance changes threaten benefits for thousands of Illinoisans

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John Heiderschedit, Criminal Defense Attorney; Subscription Lawyer; Chicago Lawyer
President Donald Trump signed the “One Big, Beautiful Bill Act” into law on July 4, making sweeping changes to social services programs, including Medicaid. Among the programs being revamped is the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, better known as SNAP. #benefits

Chorus of Public Officials and Community Leaders Drive Effort to Draft Jesse Jackson Jr. Into 2nd Congressional District Race

The Democrats nationally need Jesse’s understanding, his wisdom, and his legislative prowess  to stop the drifting Democratic Party message.”  #leaders

2026 Candidates Guide and Petition Information for the March 17, 2026 General Primary Election

Primary Election Day is Tuesday, March 17, 2026. The General Election date is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. #election

Trump eases estate tax burden for farms while Illinois’ remains unchanged

With one of the lowest state estate tax thresholds in the country, Samuel Karnick, senior fellow at The Heartland Institute, warns Illinois’ outdated estate tax continues to threaten the future of generational farms, even as the federal government moves to ease the burden. #tax

Speeding Catches Up With You

Speeding creates unnecessary risks for all motorists, reducing the driver’s ability to steer safely around other vehicles, hazardous objects or unexpected curves. #speeding

Statement from Harvey Police Chief Cameron Biddings on Dropped Charges Against Alderwoman Chapman

“I am disappointed and concerned by the State’s Attorney’s decision to drop felony charges against Alderwoman Chapman without so much as a grand jury hearing, despite the clear evidence that she struck a Harvey police officer while resisting lawful orders." #statement

Housing funding cut in Illinois budget as homelessness increases

“Last year homelessness increased 116% in the state of Illinois,” Doug Kenshol, co-founder of the Illinois Shelter Alliance, told Capitol News Illinois. #homelessness

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