the chicagoland journal

To reduce strain on runways, terminals and air traffic control systems, the FAA and the U.S. Department of Transportation are considering capping operations at about 2,800 flights on peak days. #airport #cap #cookcounty

“Despite the record number of appeals we received this year, we will continue to deliver timely, transparent and accurate decisions throughout the 2025 appeal session.” #tax #appeals #report

More than 60% of participants are students of color, with low-income students accessing prep courses at five times the pre-program rate. #tests #prep #schools

The service featured a series of musical tributes from renowned performers including Stevie Wonder, Jennifer Hudson, Hezekiah Walker, Marvin Sapp, Opal Staples, and Le’Andria Johnson. #jessejackson #service #chicago #honor

Prosecutors said Harris, who worked for an alarm company and sold suits out of his home, was described in court as a churchgoing man who was preparing to open his own clothing store when he was killed. #crime #sentenced #murder

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

If an alarm is not working or has expired, residents are urged to replace it immediately with a 10-year sealed battery model and practice a fire-escape drill with their families. #fire #alarms #spring

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