Politics

Given the questionable judgement that J.B. Pritzker's appointed Prisoner Review Board has shown in the past, we urge the Board to stand with the families of his victims and to reject parole for Curtis Brownell. #jessesullivan

Other communities who received recognition recently were Carol Stream, Mount Prospect, Bensenville, Broadview, Geneva, Gurnee, Northlake, Oak Forest and Westmont. #hazelcrest

“This could be a game changer for properties that have set empty for years,” DeLuca said. “With our area already positioned well with great infrastructure and access to transportation, I’m confident that this will attract significant investment that will provide benefits to our community for years to come.”

“I continue to gain the support of key Republicans in the state and district,” stated Grasso. “I sense our campaign is gaining momentum and I feel extremely good about our chances of success in June.”

“We must stand with our brothers and sisters in labor as they fight for what they deserve." #IBEW #WTTW #monicagordon

She created a legislative housing committee and has passed legislation to expand Medicaid coverage to undocumented seniors, expand affordable housing, and create an elected school board for Chicago Public Schools. #tonipreckwinkle #deliaramierez 

This legislation requires the ICC to provide a landowner notice via certified mail, rather than registered mail, of a utility's plan to construct a high voltage electric service line across their property. The cost of certified mail starts at $3.75. #patrickjoyce

“As lifetime FFA member myself, I am proud to champion legislation that has full support across the board,” said Joyce. “FFA taught me so many valuable lessons that I still hold and apply to my life as a farmer and state senator – and I want to provide those same opportunities for other students across our state.” #FFA

Mayor Keith Pekau extended the gratitude of the entire community and proclaimed Monday, March 21, 2022 as Kendall Coyne Schofield Day in the Village of Orland Park.

ISP Director Brendan F. Kelly provided an update on placement of license plate cameras along nearby interstates to catch criminals involved in shootings. There also was discussion of efforts by local task forces on major crimes and carjacking, support needed for local police and anti-violence programs, and discussion about enforcement, funding and potential legislative solutions in Springfield. #isp