Braidwood fire tax hike draws scrutiny over costs, referendum outreach

(The Center Square) – A proposed Braidwood Fire Protection District tax increase that would raise its annual property tax extension by nearly 87% is drawing scrutiny over the cost to taxpayers and the district’s use of outside consultants for public…

Incumbent Johnson, Giannoulias, others file petitions to run for Chicago mayor

(The Center Square) – Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson turned in the required signatures to the Chicago Board of Elections Friday for him to run for reelection, officially joining the crowded field of candidates in doing so.

Illinois quick hits: Brief filed in Cook County assault weapons ban case

Brief filed in Cook County assault weapons ban case

Missouri businesswoman and single mom killed when police SUV responding to emergency crashes into her Audi

Misty Leslie, 48, was killed when an Independence Police Department SUV struck her Audi outside Kansas City, but key details remain unknown.

Cornell rape accuser can remain 'Jane Doe'; judge warns threats could lead to federal charges

A New York judge ruled the Jane Doe accuser at Cornell can keep her pseudonym in the civil case against Chi Phi fraternity members she accused of rape.

Alabama man allegedly decapitates family members with chainsaw, hours after 911 warning

Thomas Henry Steele faces capital murder charges after allegedly killing two family members with a chainsaw at a Mobile, Alabama, home.

Illinois Federation of Teachers takes position on 132 bills, gets its way on 53

During the 104th Illinois General Assembly, IFT got its way on 40% of bills it lobbied on.

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Evanston proposes property tax hike, higher fees

Residents would face a host of increased costs under the city’s proposed 2027 budget.

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Paul Vallas: Chicagoans will pay for Brandon Johnson’s ‘tax the rich’ agenda

Residents would face higher taxes and fees under his proposed budget.

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LaSalle County board votes to end private tax sales

The county also estimates it could be liable for as much as $4 million in surplus equity owed to former owners who lost their properties.

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