Opinion Stories from March 20, 2017 (Change date)
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Disappointing spring for avid Cubs fansMar 24, 2017 10:08 am - I have a friend who has been a Cubs fan for over 60 years. She watches every game. Due to a handicapped husband, she gave up her season tickets. It has always been her d...
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Where's my reprieve?Mar 24, 2017 10:08 am - Homeowners in Mount Prospect pay 75 percent of their taxes to support three schools within this city. I am 68 years old and never had children in this district. At what ...
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Abortion bill must be stoppedMar 21, 2017 3:25 pm - House Bill 40 reinstates taxpayer-funded abortions for Illinois Medicaid recipients and adds abortion coverage in state employees' insurance plans. It will also remove ...
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Access, affordability are not the same thingMar 24, 2017 10:08 am - I find it truly disgusting that lawmakers, who are provided with taxpayer-supported health care at no cost, are working to dismantle a program that helps middle- and low...
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Replace signs with website biosMar 21, 2017 3:25 pm - The elections scheduled for April 4 have more of a direct impact on our local property taxes than the more publicized elections for state governors or national president...
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Watching for city's long-term interestsMar 21, 2017 3:25 pm - I am very happy to endorse Todd Scalzo for re-election to the Wheaton City Council on April 4. During his time on the council, Todd has always acted in the long-term int...
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Disagree with DH endorsementMar 21, 2017 3:25 pm - I am disappointed in the DH endorsement of Douglas Warlick for 5th Ward Alderman in Geneva, particularly after his statements at the recent Geneva Candidate Forum. It i...
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Stakes are high in Dist. 211 raceMar 24, 2017 10:08 am - The upcoming election for board of education candidates in District 211 could not be more clear. On the one hand, you have experienced, caring and dedicated people commi...
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It's library's turn to have our supportMar 21, 2017 3:25 pm - Back in 2009, the bridge on Ardmore Avenue, which allows us to travel over the railroad tracks south of North Avenue, was closed for extensive repairs. I remember think...
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Candidate will carry out will of peopleMar 21, 2017 3:25 pm - I'm writing in support of Karen McCannon for Sugar Grove Village Trustee. You have probably heard of Karen McCannon, even if you don't know her personally. Karen has li...