the chicagoland journal

Illinois frequently gets mentioned as one of the most corrupt states in the country, including by the organization Best Diplomats, which ranked Illinois third worst in the country.  #ethics

That’s why today, I am announcing my candidacy for the U.S. Senate. I can no longer sit idly by and let the next generation inherit the America of today. #candidacy

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

University of Chicago Medicine Ingalls  Memorial Hospital is one of the first in the area to offer Aquablation, a minimally invasive, robot-assisted  treatment that uses high-pressure water jets to remove excess prostate tissue. #prostate

The defendant’s DNA was located in the vehicle on a cigarette butt found in the rear pocket of the driver’s seat where the defendant was observed on video sitting prior to shooting the victim. #guilty

The lawsuit alleges that the Orland Park Police Department (OPPD) denied William Sanchez, a former sergeant, a promotion from sergeant to lieutenant due to apparent race discrimination. #police

Affordability is certainly an important factor for patients but so is accessibility. #prescription

To celebrate this milestone, DEWALT, a Stanley Black & Decker brand and leader in total jobsite solutions, is generously donating two of these cutting-edge Construction Jacks to each of our 10 affiliate ToolBanks and eight disaster locations. #tools

"Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of the deceased during this difficult time," said DuPage County Sheriff James Mendrick. #fire

“Clean Slate legislation is not just about erasing past mistakes; it's about restoring hope, unlocking potential, and giving everyone a fair chance to build a brighter future,” said Marlon Chamberlain, Director of the Illinois Coalition to End Permanent Punishments, the event’s organizing group. #cleanslate