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Ex-CPS investigator says smeared as ‘racist,’ fired over corruption probes
By Jonathan Bilyk | Legal NewslineThe Center Square A Hispanic former deputy corruption investigator has accused the Chicago Public Schools of firing her because she refused to relent in investigating...
Illinois quick hits: Group criticizes elections board vote; charges filed in Clark County crash
By Jim Talamonti | The Center SquareThe Center Square Group criticizes elections board vote A government integrity and accountability group says Democratic members of the Illinois State Board of Elections...
WATCH: Illinois veto session to resume with potential taxes and fees on the table
By Jim Talamonti | The Center SquareThe Center Square (The Center Square) – Fall veto session is scheduled to resume Tuesday for lawmakers at the Illinois Capitol. State Rep. Marcus...
WATCH: Illinois Democrats talk redistricting to ‘neutralize’ Republicans
By Jim Talamonti | The Center SquareThe Center Square (The Center Square) – Gov. J.B. Pritzker says Illinois lawmakers are having conversations about changing the state’s congressional map. U.S. House...
Will County Committee Grapples with $8.9 Million Budget Gap After Contentious 0% Tax Levy Vote
Will County Board Finance Committee Meeting | October 21, 2025 Article Summary: The Will County Board Finance Committee held a contentious debate over how to close an $8.9 million budget shortfall...
Will County Committee Grapples with $8.9 Million Budget Gap After Contentious 0% Tax Levy Vote
Will County Board Finance Committee Meeting | October 21, 2025 Article Summary: The Will County Board Finance Committee held a contentious debate over how to close an $8.9 million budget shortfall...
New Lenox Solar Farm Proposal Advances with Conditions, Following Village and Forest Preserve Input
Will County Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting | October 21, 2025 Article Summary: The Will County Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval for a 62.7-acre commercial solar energy facility in...
Meeting Summary and Briefs: Will County Board for October 16, 2025
Will County Board Regular Meeting | October 16, 2025 The Will County Board took major action on property taxes at its meeting on Thursday, October 16, 2025, narrowly voting to...
Meeting Summary and Briefs: Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210 for October 16, 2025
LW210 Board of Education Meeting | October 16, 2025 The Lincoln-Way District 210 Board of Education meeting on Thursday, October 16, 2025, was dominated by news that the district's support...
Meeting Summary and Briefs: New Lenox Township Board of Trustees for September Meeting
New Lenox Township Board of Trustees Meeting | September 11, 2025 The New Lenox Township Board of Trustees meeting on September 11, 2025, which began with a moment of silence...
Will County Board Approves New 30 MPH Speed Limit for Frankfort Township Road
Will County Board Regular Meeting | October 16, 2025 Article Summary: The Will County Board approved a new 30 MPH speed limit for a section of 78th Avenue in Frankfort Township,...
Regional Office of Education Highlights School Safety, New Learning Programs in Update
Will County Board Regular Meeting | October 16, 2025 Article Summary: Will County Regional Superintendent Dr. Lisa Caparelli-Ruff updated the County Board on key initiatives, including the installation of shooter-resistant window...
Lincoln-Way to Purchase New Buses, Add Smaller Vehicles to Address Driver Shortage
LW210 Board of Education Meeting | October 16, 2025 Article Summary: Lincoln-Way District 210 plans to update its transportation fleet by purchasing 28 new gasoline-powered school buses, three activity buses,...
