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What is the Court of International Trade? And why can it strike down Trump's tariffs?
May 29, 2025 2:37 pm - A little-known federal court threw a giant monkey wrench into a foundational part of President Donald Trump's economic agenda by striking down most of the sweeping tariffs he has imposed since taking office.
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CEO pay rose nearly 10% in 2024 as stock prices, profits soared
May 29, 2025 1:42 pm - The typical compensation package for chief executives who run companies in the S&P 500 jumped nearly 10% in 2024 as the stock market enjoyed another banner year and corporate profits rose sharply.
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‘A fun spot’: Auto racing simulator studio opens in South BarringtonMay 29, 2025 11:12 am - A nightspot offering immersive auto racing simulators has opened at the Arboretum of South Barrington shopping center.
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Pritzker threatens to veto any budget containing ‘broad-based’ tax increase
May 28, 2025 8:50 pm - Gov. JB Pritzker said Wednesday he will not sign a budget that includes broad tax hikes to fund new spending as lawmakers are in the final hours of budget negotiations.
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Goodbye, RTA. Hello, NITA? Suburban lawmakers divided over new transit billMay 28, 2025 7:09 pm - Lawmakers propose creating the Northern Illinois Transportation Authority to govern transit agencies, integrate fares and boost security, but suburban Republicans are concerned about Chicago having undue influence.
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Federal trade court blocks Trump from imposing sweeping tariffs under emergency powers law
May 28, 2025 6:52 pm - WASHINGTON — A federal court on Wednesday blocked President Donald Trump from imposing sweeping tariffs on imports under an emergency-powers law, swiftly throwing into do...
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Naperville commission gives thumbs-up to townhouse, row house developmentMay 28, 2025 6:25 pm - Naperville planning and zoning commissioners have backed a developer's proposal to build both townhouses and row houses within walking distance of the Growing Place garden center. The developer also is asking the city of Naperville to annex the properties — more than eight acres — into its boundaries.
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From demo to redo: Change in plans for former Oliveti’s building in Des PlainesMay 28, 2025 5:00 pm - The developers who proposed tearing down the former Oliveti’s Italian Ristorante in downtown Des Plaines and putting up a new restaurant building now want to renovate the existing structure.
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When are home inspectors liableMay 28, 2025 4:10 pm - A common saying in the home inspection business holds that there are two kinds of home inspectors: those who have been sued and those who will be. The fact is, most home inspectors will be sued at some time during their careers. There are, however, specific circumstances that determine whether a home inspector is truly liable.
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Document-shredding event Saturday in Maine TownshipMay 28, 2025 2:49 pm - Maine Township residents can safely dispose of unwanted documents without charge Saturday, May 31, at township hall.