Local Politics
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Superintendent's future could hinge on District 204 board raceMar 19, 2009 11:00 pm - When Stephen Daeschner signed his three-year contract as the new superintendent of Indian Prairie Unit District 204 in February 2007, he thought he'd sign at least one m...
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Candidate says license renewal snafu was his error, nothing moreMar 19, 2009 11:00 pm - Robert Nunamaker, a candidate for Fox River Grove village president, admitted Thursday that a state body did not renew his real estate broker's license on the basis that...
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Itasca in good hands with PruynMar 19, 2009 11:00 pm - Itasca voters have two dedicated, passionate and intelligent leaders to choose from as they decide who should replace longtime Village President Gigi Gruber. Trustees Je...
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Dist. 26 school board candidates weigh in on grade-level centersMar 19, 2009 11:00 pm - Candidates running for River Trails Elementary District 26 school board agree the district should explore transforming its two elementary schools into grade-level center...
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Quiet election in Hoffman EstatesMar 19, 2009 11:00 pm - While other villages are gearing up for Election Day, it's quiet in Hoffman Estates. When Mayor William McLeod in February 2008 formed his slate, which included former r...
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Prospect Heights candidates get lesson on election rulesMar 19, 2009 11:00 pm - You see them pop up everywhere once election season begins in front yards and window panes. But one place campaign signs shouldn't be are in public rights of way. Numero...
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Incumbents get nod for mayor, trustees in Mount ProspectMar 19, 2009 11:00 pm - Redevelopment is one of the key issues facing Mount Prospect candidates for mayor and village board. Almost all are in agreement that the redevelopment of Randhurst Shop...
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Solid finances earn endorsement for Streamwood incumbentsMar 19, 2009 11:00 pm - Streamwood Village President Billie D. Roth, 57, faces her first contested race in 16 years. Trustee Jason Speer, 33, is challenging Roth in the middle of his first term...
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ECC's support staff endorse Green, Schuring-RedmerMar 19, 2009 11:00 pm - Elgin Community College Support Staff's Union will endorse two challengers to fill trustee seats in the April 7 election. Support Staff Association President Pam Weedman...
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Island Lake mayoral candidates share thoughts on key issuesMar 19, 2009 11:00 pm - The three candidates seeking to be Island Lake's next mayor differ on the village's key issues. While one cited the strife on the village board as the town's biggest pro...