November, 2016 Stories | Will County Gazette

Munger loses bid to retain comptroller post

By Will County Gazette | Nov 16, 2016

Republican state Comptroller Leslie Munger of Lincolnshire, who was seeking to retain the post she held for nearly two years, conceded to Democrat Susana Mendoza, Chicago's city clerk, and congratulated her on her win.

Despite criticism, Illinois voters overwhelmingly approve Safe Roads Amendment

By Will County Gazette | Nov 16, 2016

Illinois' Constitution will be amended to include the so-called "Safe Roads Amendment," meant to allocate billions for transportation projects; but opponents say it will cause financial strain in an already financially strained state, after voters passed the measure during Tuesday's general election.

Butler praises Rauner’s plan for state's Bicentennial celebration in 2018

By Will County Gazette | Nov 16, 2016

State Rep. Tim Butler (R-Springfield), a Peoria native who has long been active in local civic life, recently lauded Gov. Bruce Rauner’s approach to Illinois’ Bicentennial Celebration, set for 2018, commending his initiative in establishing a Bicentennial Commission.

Report: Private-sector revenue into state coffers down $109 million

By Will County Gazette | Nov 16, 2016

A recent report by the Commission on Government Forecasting and Accountability (COGFA) shows a continuous decline in cash flows to Illinois from the private sector.

Democrats lose veto-proof state House supermajority

By Will County Gazette | Nov 15, 2016

Illinois voters erased the General Assembly's Democratic state House supermajority on Tuesday.

Orland Park's Aquatic Center again earns five-star safety ratings

By Carol Ostrow | Nov 14, 2016

Orland Park’s Centennial Park Aquatic Center (CPAC) recently scored a double set of five-star rankings — the highest safety rating possible — for the 2016 season, prompting Village leaders to commend the youthful staff.

Lewis University senior hoopster looks back on stellar career with team

By Brent Zell | Nov 11, 2016

Jamie Johnson leaves the Lewis University women's basketball program after this season, but she never really will be gone as long as record books exist.

Two NCC hoopsters named to D3hoops.com's Division III preseason team

By Brent Zell | Nov 11, 2016

North Central College (NCC) men's basketball players Alex Sorenson and Connor Raridon recently were named to D3hoops.com's NCAA Division III Preseason All-American Team, NorthCentralCardinals.com said.

State places Elwood CCSD 203 on 'Financial Recognition' list

By Local Labs News Service | Nov 10, 2016

The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) has placed Elwood CCSD 203 on its "Financial Recognition" list.

State places Will County SD 92 on 'Financial Recognition' list

By Local Labs News Service | Nov 10, 2016

The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) has placed Will County SD 92 on its "Financial Recognition" list.

State places Summit Hill SD 161 on 'Financial Recognition' list

By Local Labs News Service | Nov 10, 2016

The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) has placed Summit Hill SD 161 on its "Financial Recognition" list.

State places Mokena SD 159 on 'Financial Recognition' list

By Local Labs News Service | Nov 10, 2016

The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) has placed Mokena SD 159 on its "Financial Recognition" list.

State places Laraway CCSD 70C on 'Financial Recognition' list

By Local Labs News Service | Nov 10, 2016

The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) has placed Laraway CCSD 70C on its "Financial Recognition" list.

State places Crete Monee CUSD 201U on 'Financial Review' list

By Local Labs News Service | Nov 10, 2016

The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) has placed Crete Monee CUSD 201U on its "Financial Review" list.

Republican candidate Smith falls short in state senate race

By Taryn Phaneuf | Nov 9, 2016

Despite garnering 47 percent of votes, Michelle Smith, Republican candidate for Senate District 49, lost to Sen. Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant (D-Shorewood) in the Nov. 8 elections.

Analyst: Legislators love constitutional amendments -- that don't affect them

By Will County Gazette | Nov 7, 2016

On Tuesday, voters in Illinois will vote on a constitutional amendment aimed at locking away transportation funds and preventing those funds from being spent for other purposes -- a measure that has opponents.

Illinois taxpayers must demand that legislators reform pension system, analyst says

By Karen Kidd | Nov 7, 2016

Illinois taxpayers need to send a clear message to the General Assembly to work with the governor and tackle the state's trillions of dollars in unfunded pension liabilities, the president of a government advisory group said during a recent radio interview.