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Rep. Sheehan to Host Shred Event Alongside Will County Board Member Jim Richmond and Mokena Mayor George Metanias June 21st

“This is a simple way to help residents protect themselves from identity theft while also clearing out old paperwork,” said Rep. Sheehan. #event

Summer Meals Available to Support Student Health and Well Being

Children do not need to attend a CPS school or be enrolled in a summer program to receive meals. No ID or registration is required, but children must be present and meals must be eaten on-site, in accordance with federal program rules. #meals

Two Funding Opportunities Announced for Watershed Management Planning and Implementation Projects to Address Nonpoint Source Pollution

“Projects focused on the development of a watershed management plan, or the eventual implementation of such plans are essential to addressing and improving water quality throughout Illinois.” #pollution

Missing Persons Identification Act Passes General Assembly

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John Heiderschedit, Criminal Defense Attorney; Subscription Lawyer; Chicago Lawyer
The bill mandates that missing persons cases remain active with the respective law  enforcement agency, and in the databases, until the person is located. #missingpersons

Antioch Mayor Scott Gartner: Bloated State Budget Wrong for Illinois Communities

“This budget, pushed through under Governor Pritzker’s leadership—or lack thereof—includes more than $800 million in new taxes that directly impact hardworking Illinoisans and small businesses, while neglecting to tackle the serious financial issues that continue to cripple our state,” Gartner said. #spending

Winndye Jenkins – Hoover writes “Let Redemption Have the Final Word: Why it’s Time to Free Larry Hoover”

"The media continues to depict him as the figure he once was, but that portrayal is outdated and incomplete." #larryhoover

Cook County to Host Job Fair for Federal Workers and Other Interested Job Seekers

The Cook County Job Fair promotes a more inclusive economy by connecting County residents to quality jobs and connecting County employers to a skilled and diverse talent pool. #jobs

Broadview Tackles $500,000 of Unpaid Water Bills, Implements Shutoff Policy

Effective June 1, 2025, the Village will begin shutting off water service to accounts with outstanding balances over $100. #waterbills

Joyce Working to Save the Illinois Harness Racing Industry

Senate Bill 1473 would change current law and establish a deadline for the development of an additional harness race track and horse racetrack casino, or racino, in Cook County’s south suburbs. #racing

IL Freedom Caucus Proposes Changes To SB1988, Community College Baccalaureate Bill

Last week Amendment #2 to SB1988 was filed, gutting the previous bill and adding the language for these programs. #bill

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