Daily Herald Election Coverage
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‘Getting the job done is what counts’: Mundelein mayor taps ex-rival for new village roleJul 14, 2025 7:30 pm - Rather than metaphorically burying her most recent political rival, Mundelein Mayor Robin Meier has selected him for a prominent village post.
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Citing safety risks for election officials, McHenry County clerk seeking 35% pay hikeJul 13, 2025 11:18 am - Citing threats and harassment faced by election officials in recent years, McHenry County Clerk Joe Tirio is asking that his office receive a 35% pay hike next year. Tirio is seeking reelection in 2026.
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Illinois hospitals fear massive cuts under Trump domestic policy lawJul 12, 2025 4:00 am - Hospital officials in Illinois say they will have to make some difficult decisions in the next few years that could involve laying off staff, cutting back services and ev...
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Legislation prompted by Mundelein impact fee fight awaits Gov. Pritzker’s signatureJul 11, 2025 3:06 pm - Legislation prompted by a fight over impact fees in Mundelein awaits Gov. JB Pritzker’s signature.
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Feds seek nearly 6 years in prison for Madigan confidant Mike McClainJul 11, 2025 2:25 pm - Longtime Springfield lobbyist Mike McClain, who spent decades as a close friend and advisor to former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, is scheduled for sentencing later this month as part of separate hearings for the “ComEd Four” beginning next week.
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Health fair in Park Ridge on July 19Jul 11, 2025 1:46 pm - Maine Township officials will host a health fair on Saturday, July 19.
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‘We can’t fill the gap’: Food pantries say they can’t overcome federal cutsJul 10, 2025 6:55 pm - State and local governments may have to pick up the costs of feeding the hungry to make up for federal cuts, U.S. Rep. Sean Casten said Thursday during a roundtable discussion in Geneva.
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St. Charles swears in new city clerkJul 10, 2025 10:53 am - St. Charles Mayor Clint Hull appointed new City Clerk Jessica Bridges at the city council meeting on Monday.
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McHenry County sheriff will run for reelection in 2026Jul 09, 2025 4:43 pm - McHenry County Sheriff Robb Tadelman announced Wednesday he is running for a second term.
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With council approvals, West Chicago mayor intends to drop court caseJul 08, 2025 5:51 pm - West Chicago City Council approves agreement with former city administrator, enabling Mayor Daniel Bovey to drop his case seeking a declaratory judgment on his appointment powers, while city aldermen alleviate further turbulence.