Cook County Opinion
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Editorial: Advice for Democrats in Campaign 2018Oct 15, 2017 11:00 pm - Four years ago, when Bruce Rauner ran as a Republican for governor on a theme of shaking up Springfield, his message resonated so much that a state that leans to the lef...
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Dr. Shah Leads GOP Contenders at Q3 BenchmarkOct 15, 2017 11:00 pm - 3rd Quarter FEC Reports filed this week revealed that Dr. Sapan Shah far outpaced the rest of the Republican field for Congress in IL-10, with $309,779 raised despite on...
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Taking a stand by kneelingOct 15, 2017 1:00 am - Contrary to the many who have opposed athletes for exercising their First Amendment right to free speech, I applaud those who took a "stand" by kneeling to protest the i...
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Editorial: The dangers of fundraising on the roadwayOct 15, 2017 1:00 am - It's tough to argue with the logic behind the Schaumburg village board's decision to boost restrictions on the roadways where volunteers can solicit money for charity. ...
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An act of shameOct 15, 2017 1:00 am - Recently, four American Army Green Berets were killed in Niger. Last Sunday, many NFL players continued to disrespect our flag and anthem. For many Americans, the lives ...
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Appalled by Ellis' disrespect of flagOct 15, 2017 12:01 am - As a citizen of this country and an Elgin resident, I am appalled and saddened that a U-46 board member would disrespect the flag of this great country. Traci O'Neil Ell...
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Healthy HalloweenOct 14, 2017 1:00 am - My friend suggested we cancel Halloween eliminating all the sugar candies that are passed out to the little ones. I told him I disagree; the children have been celebrati...
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Staying sympathetic but still skepticalOct 14, 2017 1:00 am - I read with interest about Schaumburg's plan to add restrictions to fundraising at some intersections. I have admiration for volunteers who brave inclement weather and e...
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Trustee sets tone of divisivenessOct 13, 2017 1:00 am - Thank you for featuring the story on Tracy Ellis in the Herald Oct. 4. Had this been the first time Ms. Ellis had said or published something controversial I, and many, ...
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Focus on strong bonesOct 13, 2017 1:00 am - The Oct. 8 article on football concussions didn't address prevention. Repetitive concussions indicate poor bone skull strength and thickness, which is required to reduce...