With Illinois also being home to the most local taxing bodies, House Bill 3723 would also cap annual property tax increases at 1% for seniors and House Bill 3724 would cap all such increases for homeowners at 3%. #lawmakers #tax #legislation
Items accepted at the collections include chemical cleaners, oil-based paints, paint thinners, antifreeze, motor oil, gasoline, kerosene, weed killers, insecticides, pesticides and other similar household hazardous products. Fluorescent and high-intensity discharge lamps will also be accepted. #collections #epa #spring
Sheriff’s police investigators determined that Bridgeforth allegedly requested and received nude videos from the juvenile victim and had sexual contact with the victim, officials said. #cookcounty #crime #sexualassualt
The SAVE Act would require proof of citizenship and voter identification measures aimed at preventing ineligible individuals from casting ballots in federal elections. #senate #saveact #primary
Illinois Department of Revenue Director David Harris said the program provides a straightforward way for residents to support important services while filing their taxes. #tax #health #program
The program is part of the Centennial Speaker Series, “Route 66 at 100 – An American Story,” a nationwide effort highlighting the cultural and historical significance of the highway as it approaches its 100th anniversary in 2026. #museum #women #route66
The events will draw an array of national leaders, local officials, and cultural figures. Speakers include Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, Congresswoman Maxine Waters, Chicago Cubs owner Tom Ricketts, businessman Jim Reynolds, and Rabbi Sharon Brous. #jessejackson #presidents #homegoing
The conflict has reportedly resulted in the deaths of at least six U.S. service members, according to Peters’ campaign statement. #politics #iran #race
“Mike Pierce is a retired Army Lieutenant Colonel who understands that our rights aren’t up for negotiation. I’m voting for him because he’s a fighter, and I’m inviting our community to come find out why.” #rally #weapons #event