Cook County Opinion
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'When you see something, do something'Apr 12, 2022 11:00 pm - Most communities across the country recognize April as Child Abuse Prevention Month. This is a reminder to us that there are families in our communities going through d...
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Daily Herald opinion: Clerk is helping candidates avoid costly ballot objections. More should do it.Mar 30, 2022 1:00 am - This editorial represents the consensus opinion of The Daily Herald Editorial Board. It happens during every election cycle. Candidates file nominating petitions to...
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Speaking out: Understanding antisemitism and pushing back against hateMar 24, 2022 1:00 am - As antisemitism rears its ugly head in our communities - most recently in Glenview - we must all stand up to this despicable form of hate. In recent weeks hateful flyer...
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Daily Herald Opinion: DuPage County's participation may help towns fighting impact of proposed rail mergerMar 15, 2022 1:00 am - Eight suburban towns fighting a pending railroad merger have gained a valuable ally: DuPage County. The DuPage County Board voted last week to join the communities in op...
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Chicago hosts Largest U.S. Highway Safety Conference March 14Mar 12, 2022 10:00 pm - Let's Take the Road to Zero, Illinois This week, Chicago will host the largest gathering of safety professionals in the United States at the 40th annual Lifesavers Natio...
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Guest opinion: Communities need state funding restored to protect property taxesMar 11, 2022 12:00 am - As the elected village presidents of Hanover Park and Hoffman Estates, it is our pleasure to write this essay on behalf of our residents concerning the restoration of th...
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Speaking out: Have you heard of ADUs, ALUs or in-law suites? If not, you willMar 03, 2022 12:00 am - ADUs, ALUs, Granny Flats, Mother-in-Law suites and In-Law units. Have you heard those terms? If you haven't , you should know that they are being discussed throughout th...
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Editorial: For meeting videos, worry about good behavior, not bad publicityFeb 24, 2022 12:00 am - About the same time Netflix began streaming content, it faced some competition from homegrown video productions: the often raucous Carpentersville village board meetings...
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Editorial: DuPage County partners with foundation to help nonprofitsFeb 15, 2022 12:00 am - DuPage leaders have long talked about the importance of providing financial support to not-for-profit groups serving as a safety net for the county's poorest and most vu...
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Editorial: Retiring board chairman leaves impressive record at DuPage Airport AuthorityFeb 02, 2022 12:00 am - Stephen Davis officially stepped down Monday as chairman of the DuPage Airport Authority board, ending an impressive nine-year run during which he helped oversee the DuP...