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Will County consumers face possible sales tax hike -- right up to Chicago rates

By Carol Ostrow | Aug 1, 2018

If a proposed Will County sales tax takes effect, residents could end up forking over taxes on a tier equal to that of Chicago’s rates, according to a report by the Illinois Policy Institute (IPI).

Services held for Frankfort District 157C school board member

By Carol Ostrow | Jul 3, 2017

Joliet native, award-winning attorney, prominent community member and member of the Frankfort School District 157C school board Christopher McFadden died June 29 at the age of 41 in his Frankfort home.

Hultgren joins League of Women Voters for forum

By Carol Ostrow | Apr 14, 2017

U.S. Rep. Randy Hultgren (R-IL) will take part in an informational question-and-answer session hosted by the League of Women Voters on April 18.

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Hultgren hopes third time a charm for rural banking measure

By Carol Ostrow | Apr 13, 2017

U.S. Rep. Randy Hultgren (R-IL) wants rural residents in lllinois and elsewhere to gain easier access to banking services, so for the third time in three years he is pushing for passage of a bill to make that happen.

More Madigan-generated woes expected for Illinois, editorial board says

By Carol Ostrow | Apr 4, 2017

Even as Gov. Bruce Rauner continues to strive toward a potential state budget solution, House Speaker Mike Madigan (D-Chicago) “delays and offers nothing,” the Chicago Tribune recently reported while continuing its coverage of Illinois’ hemorrhaging finances.

Naperville supervisor thanks paper for backing merger

By Carol Ostrow | Mar 30, 2017

Naperville Township Supervisor Rachel Ossyra is applauding the Arlington Heights-based Daily Herald’s recent endorsement of a proposed municipal merger of road districts in Naperville and Lisle townships.

Naperville incumbent urges one last push

By Carol Ostrow | Mar 30, 2017

With only a few days to go before elections, Kevin Coyne took to Facebook to invite supporters to join “one more big canvassing push” and thank them for their efforts. Coyne is running for re-election to the Naperville City Council.

It's strictly business for Naperville council candidate

By Carol Ostrow | Mar 30, 2017

“My only concern is that signs don't vote,” quipped Naperville City Council candidate Mike Strick on Facebook after loading up his truck with 300 signs and posting the image to his online campaign page on Thursday.

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Will County GOP pushing for votes, volunteers

By Carol Ostrow | Mar 30, 2017

With a few days to go, Will County Republicans are hitting voters where it can hurt: their homes.

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Affordability tops agenda for Naperville council hopeful

By Carol Ostrow | Mar 30, 2017

Julie Berkowicz — investor relations professional, active community member, and mother of three sons with a track record of strong community ties — says her family is “privileged” to live in Naperville.

Service Academy Day in St. Charles to offer information on military academies

By Carol Ostrow | Mar 30, 2017

U.S. Reps. Randy Hultgren (R-IL) and Peter Roskam (R-IL) are hosting a Service Academy Day from 9 a.m. to noon April 22 at St. Charles East High School for students and their families from from the 14th and 6th Congressional districts interested in U.S. service academies.

Kinzinger comments on canceled health care vote

By Carol Ostrow | Mar 28, 2017

Following the recent decision by U.S. House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-WI) to yank a major House vote on health care from the floor due to insufficient support, U.S. Rep. Adam Kinzinger (R-IL) released an official statement expressing disappointment.

City of Joliet to upgrade plaza, reopen Chicago Street

By Carol Ostrow | Mar 27, 2017

Paving the way toward a desirable downtown upgrade, the city of Joliet has concurred with Will County on plans for the redevelopment of Chicago Street in a deal that includes trading specific property sites.

School board hopeful focuses on mental health, vocational training

By Carol Ostrow | Mar 25, 2017

Many junior and senior high schoolers are affected by mental health issues, but their families are understandably reluctant to seek professional help because in doing so, they might end up depriving their children of the kind of future they want, Robert Fieseler argued recently.

Hultgren offers multifaceted internship posts

By Carol Ostrow | Mar 21, 2017

College students and recent graduates interested in political communications, speech writing and research can apply for internships with Rep. Randy Hultgren (R-IL).

Naperville council contenders confront city's mental health needs

By Carol Ostrow | Mar 20, 2017

Citing the need to erase stigma and promote visible resources linking individuals with services, eight contestants for four open seats on the Naperville City Council recently offered perspectives on effective ways to address local mental health needs.