The Center Square: State and local officials taking steps to prevent migrants arrivals
More city, town and county officials in Illinois are taking steps to prevent Chicago’s influx of immigrants from overflowing into their communities.
Chicago Tribune: Lolla sent Chicago Park District record revenue in 2023
The boosted revenue for the Park District was mostly expected: This was the first year under a new contract that allowed Lollapalooza organizers to sell tickets to 15,000 more attendees per day.
Sun-Times: Kim Foxx reflects on her legacy as she prepares to step down as Cook County state’s attorney
Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx defended her seven years in office Tuesday, saying she’s decided not to run for another term because she’s accomplished her goals and wants to make room for the next generation of leaders.
The Center Square: Coalition says hike in Chicago transfer tax could drive property owners elsewhere
The opposition is growing against a proposal to raise taxes on certain property owners in Illinois.
NBC Chicago: Illinois school closings, how to find out if your school is closed due to winter weather
With more chances for snow on the horizon and brutally cold temps set for next week, how can you check if your child’s school is closed or switching to virtual learning?
Daily Herald: ‘Exciting time to be in Schaumburg’ Mayor outlines what’s planned for 2024
Schaumburg Mayor Tom Dailly outlined some of the biggest public and private development projects planned for 2024, and highlighted the major achievements of last year, in his State of the Village address Tuesday to the Schaumburg Business Association.
WCIA: Stickers to replace I-PASS transponders for commuters on Illinois Tollway
I-PASS stickers will soon replace the old, plastic transponders to go on the windshields of drivers using the Tollway. The stickers are smaller and less expensive than the boxes drivers have been using for years, plus you don’t need to put down a deposit for the stickers.