local government

The alternative budget also includes a roughly $1 billion sweep of tax-increment-financing dollars to Chicago Public Schools. #chicago #budget #thecentersquare

The National League of Cities represents more than 19,000 municipalities nationwide and advocates for local government priorities in Washington, D.C. Board members help shape the organization’s strategic direction and meet three times a year, in March, June and November. #broadview #nlc #citysummit

CPS board members Jenni Custer, Carlos Rivas and Ellen Rosenfeld joined Hynes at the announcement, outlining the financial fallout for the district and its pension fund. #election #endrosement

The state legislative scorecard evaluated lawmakers on 16 bills from the 2025 session, with 39 representatives and 25 senators receiving perfect scores. #scorecards

She warned that Trump’s influence is already being felt across the country, citing what she called attacks on healthcare, food assistance, and working families. #interview

Epic Medical recently acquired 66.5 acres in Pekin’s Riverway Business Park for $500,000. #pekin

Burnham residents, whose median income hovers around $44,000, are particularly vulnerable to sudden financial shocks. #waterbills

One of Rogers’ key campaign promises is revitalizing Hazel Crest’s economy. #hazelcrest

The median home value of $150,000 now comes with a crushing $4,800 tax bill—far surpassing the burdens faced by homeowners in neighboring Calumet City ($3,500) and Lansing ($4,000). #burnham