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“It’s not the role of judges to rebound policy considerations because they think missing court is more serious than the legislature does,” said Assistant Public Defender Rebecca Cohen. #court
Revenue generated from motor fuel taxes is primarily dedicated to funding transportation-related infrastructure, but Ravi Mishra, policy analyst with the Illinois Policy Institute, said Illinoisans are not getting their money’s worth. #gas
On a visit to the Matteson Community Center, Brian and his wife, Shaneka, watched helplessly as a lifeguard pulled their son from the pool after he suffered an asthma attack. #crisis
There is evidence to suggest she may have been in the vicinity of Spears Woods later that same day near the corner of West 87th Street and South LaGrange Road in Palos Township. #missing
He is the son of the late Chicago political powerhouse Dr. Erwin A. France, who served multiple Chicago Mayors and government, dating back to the 1960’s. Dr. France spent nearly 20 years as a public servant before entering into private enterprise. #candidacy
When Dr. Caparelli-Ruff announced the Will County Regional Office of Education’s Clear-Armor project at the beginning of 2025, she was proud to be able to include her home of Bolingbrook High School as a recipient of Clear-Armor’s patented shooter-resistant window laminate. #safety
“I’d like to send my deepest gratitude to Director Ted Berger and his entire team for all their work in the 16th District and the entire county,” said Commissioner Frank J. Aguilar. #
The purpose of this resolution is to raise awareness about sprinkler systems and promote education to prevent the damage and risks that house fires cause to families, firefighters and structures. #awareness