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John Heiderschedit, Criminal Defense Attorney; Subscription Lawyer; Chicago Lawyer

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Poll Finds Broad Support in Chicago for Higher Taxes on Large Corporations to Fund Schools

The results come as city officials and alderpersons continue to debate budget priorities, including proposals related to school funding, social services, and a potential reinstatement of a corporate head tax. #taxes #poll

Preston Warns of SNAP Funding Halt as Shutdown Threatens Food Assistance for Thousands

The ongoing federal government shutdown has disrupted funding for the program, putting millions nationwide at risk — including roughly 50,329 people in Preston’s 16th Senate District, which spans parts of Chicago’s South Side and surrounding communities. #snap

Preston Secures Nearly $2.3 Million for Infrastructure Upgrades in 16th District

Preston’s 16th District will see four projects totaling more than $2.2 million in the coming year. #infrastructure

Op-Ed: Senator Patrick Joyce (October 2025)

For 2026, I secured over $90 million in investments to build and repair infrastructure in the South Suburbs and the greater Kankakee area. #oped

Parents to Rally for Fair CPS Funding at Upcoming Town Hall

Hosted by Pastor Marvin Hunter, the discussion aims to address long-standing concerns about funding disparities within District 299 — the boundary that encompasses Chicago’s public school system. #discussion #cps

IHDA Awards $6 Million to Strengthen Housing Counseling and Expand Pathways to Homeownership

The funds, awarded to 30 housing counseling agencies across the state, aim to help residents build credit, understand the homebuying process, and maintain long-term financial stability. counseling

Sheehan Praises State Grant Program for Dramatic Drop in Auto Thefts, Carjackings

“We’re seeing crime numbers drop thanks to smart investments in technology and multi-agency collaboration.” #grant

Illinois lawmakers push Pritzker on federal school choice program

In 2025, Congress passed a key Republican bill that included creating a federal tax credit for donations to Scholarship Granting Organizations. #

Federal Court in Chicago to Scale Back Operations as Funding Lapse Reaches Phase 2

Beginning Friday, Clerk’s Office operations will be reduced, and court staff—currently working at 78 percent of authorized staffing levels—will be reassigned exclusively to work that directly supports essential court functions. #funding

Biss Reports $600,000 Fundraising Haul in Congressional Bid

“Folks all across this district have made it clear that they want someone they can trust to not only take on Donald Trump, but also who has a proven track record of actually winning tough fights.” #bid

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