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In ‘weird’ Cook County state’s attorney’s race, O’Neill Burke — who progressives called a ‘de facto’ Republican — lookin...
30/10/2024

In ‘weird’ Cook County state’s attorney’s race, O’Neill Burke — who progressives called a ‘de facto’ Republican — looking to defeat GOPer Fioretti

The top race in Cook County has not generated mass mailings, broadcast commercials or even a public debate.

‘A mutual combat situation’: Trial for former Cook County assistant state’s attorneys gets contentious as prosecutors al...
28/10/2024

‘A mutual combat situation’: Trial for former Cook County assistant state’s attorneys gets contentious as prosecutors allege wrongdoing

Back in 2020, attorneys representing a man accused of killing two Chicago police officers in 1982 made, in their view, a stunning discovery in the form of a nearly 30-year-old baptismal certificate…

William 'Bill' Beavers, former 7th Ward Alderman and Cook County Commissioner, dies at 89, family spokesman says
27/10/2024

William 'Bill' Beavers, former 7th Ward Alderman and Cook County Commissioner, dies at 89, family spokesman says

CHICAGO — William “Bill” Beavers, the former Chicago 7th Ward Alderman and Cook County Commissioner, died early Saturday morning at age 89, a family spokesman announced Sunday. Beavers …

Cook County Board approves new health system CEO
24/10/2024

Cook County Board approves new health system CEO

The Cook County Board appointed Dr. Erik Mikaitis to oversee management of Stroger and Provident Hospitals, a network of clinics and the county’s Medicaid program.

Vistria Goup to convert California apartment complex into affordable housing
22/10/2024

Vistria Goup to convert California apartment complex into affordable housing

The Chicago-based private equity firm added a third California real estate investment to its portfolio as it looks to invest $1 billion annually in affordable housing.

Here's how Fritz Kaegi feels about the Mag Mile
22/10/2024

Here's how Fritz Kaegi feels about the Mag Mile

Newly released data shows the Cook County Assessor is bullish on Boul Mich hotels and takes a relatively rosy view of retail and office space on the corridor.

Editorial: Eileen O’Neill Burke for Cook County state’s attorney
20/10/2024

Editorial: Eileen O’Neill Burke for Cook County state’s attorney

The Tribune editorial board endorses Eileen O’Neill Burke for Cook County State’s Attorney. If elected she will represent a new start for Chicago.

Retired judge Eileen O'Neill Burke vying to replace outgoing Cook County State's Attorney Kim Foxx
18/10/2024

Retired judge Eileen O'Neill Burke vying to replace outgoing Cook County State's Attorney Kim Foxx

O'Neill Burke said her agenda focuses on getting guns off the street and addressing the root causes of crime.

Former Ald. Bob Fioretti making second bid for Cook County State's Attorney; this time as a Republican
17/10/2024

Former Ald. Bob Fioretti making second bid for Cook County State's Attorney; this time as a Republican

Fioretti is a well-known figure in Chicago politics, but not necessarily on the Republican ticket.

Cook County health system finds its new CEO close to home
16/10/2024

Cook County health system finds its new CEO close to home

The next potential leader is Dr. Erik Mikaitis, who has been interim CEO at Cook County Health for nearly a year.

Iris Y. Martinez: Some elements of SAFE-T Act need to be amended
14/10/2024

Iris Y. Martinez: Some elements of SAFE-T Act need to be amended

Iris Y. Martinez, clerk of the circuit court of Cook County, joins John Williams to discuss her recent op-ed in the Chicago Tribune about how some defendants are missing court appearances and why s…

Cook County launches program to foster community storytelling and digital inclusion
13/10/2024

Cook County launches program to foster community storytelling and digital inclusion

In a significant effort to bridge the digital divide, Cook County announced on Oct. 11 the launch of the Cook County Digital Equity IMPACT Small Grants Program. The program will support community organizations in using storytelling as a tool to promAlready a subscriber? Log in here. This story is fr...

Suburban woman says she's paid thousands in extra Cook Co. property taxes from square footage error
11/10/2024

Suburban woman says she's paid thousands in extra Cook Co. property taxes from square footage error

What if you were being assessed for the wrong home and being told it had more square footage than it actually does?

In race for Cook County's top prosecutor, it's Democrat Eileen O'Neill Burke vs. Republican Robert Fioretti
11/10/2024

In race for Cook County's top prosecutor, it's Democrat Eileen O'Neill Burke vs. Republican Robert Fioretti

Burke is a former prosecutor, law division judge and appellate court justice. Fioretti last ran for the office as a Democrat in a failed bid to unseat State’s Attorney Kim Foxx during the 2020 primary.

Toni Preckwinkle has good news. No layoffs or tax hikes planned for Cook County next year
10/10/2024

Toni Preckwinkle has good news. No layoffs or tax hikes planned for Cook County next year

The county board president’s $9.89 billion proposed 2025 budget includes investments in AI, renewable energy and equity initiatives.

Preckwinkle unveils $9.89 billion budget
10/10/2024

Preckwinkle unveils $9.89 billion budget

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle unveiled her $9.89 billion 2025 budget proposal Wednesday, closing a $218 million projected budget shortfall without tax or fee hikes, program cuts, or …

Editorial: Sinking Cook County property tax collection rates tell a story
10/10/2024

Editorial: Sinking Cook County property tax collection rates tell a story

Delinquency rates are rising for property tax bills in Cook County. Politicians should take note.

Cook County tax collections tumble to a 10-year low
09/10/2024

Cook County tax collections tumble to a 10-year low

Blame the strain of tax hikes on south suburban property owners and a tight turnaround between bills.

Three candidates vie to replace the late Karen Yarbrough as Cook County clerk
09/10/2024

Three candidates vie to replace the late Karen Yarbrough as Cook County clerk

Democrat Monica Gordon has the backing of the Cook County Democratic Party and unions. She faces Republican Michelle Pennington and Libertarian Christopher Laurent.

Iris Y. Martinez: Defendants are missing court appearances. It is time to fix the SAFE-T Act.
09/10/2024

Iris Y. Martinez: Defendants are missing court appearances. It is time to fix the SAFE-T Act.

Failures to appear in court inflict a financial and human toll on the Cook County court system.

Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson endorses Republican Fioretti for Cook County state's attorney
07/10/2024

Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson endorses Republican Fioretti for Cook County state's attorney

The Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. says Bob Fioretti 'championed our community for many years as an advocate, a civil rights lawyer, an alderman, and a friend.' Fioretti faces Democrat Eileen O'Neill Burke in the election.

Lakeview, Roscoe Village businesses giving back to community with 17th annual Shop for Schools event this week
06/10/2024

Lakeview, Roscoe Village businesses giving back to community with 17th annual Shop for Schools event this week

CHICAGO — Businesses in Chicago’s Lakeview and Roscoe Village neighborhoods are giving back to the community this week in the 17th annual Shop for Schools event. Shop for Schools, put on by t…

06/10/2024

The Cook County State's Attorney Race

October Surprise! Rev Jesse Jackson Sr Endorses Fioretti as Eileen Burke Faces Racism Allegations
06/10/2024

October Surprise! Rev Jesse Jackson Sr Endorses Fioretti as Eileen Burke Faces Racism Allegations

"When the Republican candidate is extraordinary and the choice is crystal clear, we back the Republican, especially if his name is Bob Fioretti."

Editorial: Northwest Side Housing Preservation Ordinance is a terrible idea
04/10/2024

Editorial: Northwest Side Housing Preservation Ordinance is a terrible idea

The Northwest Side Housing Preservation Ordinance is likely to result in unintended consequences that bring about the opposite of what it intends.

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