CPS To Impose Maximum Allowable Property Tax Hike
The Chicago Public School System has not yet released its budget for the coming school year, but property taxpayers are already going to pay more.
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The Chicago Public School System has not yet released its budget for the coming school year, but property taxpayers are already going to pay more.
The attorney for indicted State Rep. Derrick Smith (D-Chicago) has launched a mannered, but pointed attack against the House committee considering whether to discipline Smith over bribery allegations.
Better Government Association president Andy Shaw says U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson (D-Ill.) owes the public more answers than he has provided.
The City Council has passed an ordinance that will make the possession of small amounts of marijuana punishable only by a ticket in most cases.
Contrary to previous reports, President Barack Obama will not be the grand marshal at this year's Bud Billiken Parade, due to scheduling conflicts.
A new state law signed Wednesday by Gov. Pat Quinn live inside The 670 The Score studios is intended to protect young people and to prevent a sex abuse scandal in Illinois.
More health problems have been reported for convicted powerbroker William Cellini, as he awaits sentencing for extortion.
McDonough Associates Inc., an engineering firm that was banned from accepting any state contracts after it was accused of overcharges that cost taxpayers millions, has struck back.
Michelle Obama got a boost Tuesday from her home state of Illinois in her campaign to make it easier for military spouses to advance their own careers amid the frequent moves that come with life in a military family.
A day after his office announced he has taken a leave of absence due to "exhaustion," it's still unclear when U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. will return to work.
The solution to tackling Chicago's crime problem could make the strangest of bedfellows. Two weeks ago, Chicago Police and the anti-violence group CeaseFire were taking shots at one another, but on Tuesday they joined up as allies.
Cook County Assessor Joeseph Berrios is rejecting accusations about alleged nepotism in his office.
Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker was in Chicago on Monday, with some advice on pension reform.
The Emanuel Administration says the $20 million project to rebuild and expand the CTA Red Line's 95th Street station will have local community participation from beginning to end.
The congressman's office did not say how long Jackson would be away. It said his office remain open for constituent services.
