Local Politics
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Kane Co. chairman candidates differ on spending, budget cutsOct 24, 2008 11:00 pm - The two candidates for Kane County Board chairman agree tight budget times are here for the foreseeable future, but the factors making it worse is where incumbent Karen ...
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Our picks for Cook County officesOct 24, 2008 11:00 pm - For Cook County state's attorney, Anita Alvarez is the clear choice for her experience, understanding of the office and dedication to its mission. Republican challenger ...
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Transportation tops Kane Co. board candidates' listOct 24, 2008 11:00 pm - The two candidates vying for a seat on the Kane County Board in District 24 say traffic congestion in the Fox Valley, particularly in Carpentersville, is a major issue s...
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For DuPage clerk, recorder, forest preserveOct 24, 2008 11:00 pm - DuPage circuit court clerk Incumbent Chris Kachiroubas of Elmhurst hit the ground running in his first term as clerk of one of the busiest court systems in the state. He...
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Cook state's attorney debate to air Tuesday, SundayOct 24, 2008 11:00 pm - The Cook County State's Attorney debate between Democrat Anita Alvarez, Republican Tony Peraica and Green Party candidate Thomas O'Brien will air twice on the Daily Hera...
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Our picks for Lake County officesOct 24, 2008 11:00 pm - Lake County State's Attorney Republican state's attorney Michael L. Waller is strongly endorsed for the proactive and progressive office he has developed during 18 years...
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Red light cams divide DuPage Co. board candidatesOct 24, 2008 11:00 pm - While red light enforcement cameras pop up at various intersections throughout DuPage County, they are still noticeably absent from county-controlled roads. The county h...
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McHenry Co. auditor candidates sparOct 24, 2008 11:00 pm - It's been more than a year since McHenry County voters learned their state's attorney had spent about $17,000 in taxpayer money feeding his staff, buying gifts and armin...
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Our picks for McHenry County officesOct 24, 2008 11:00 pm - McHenry County voters will find something unique on their Nov. 4 ballots: multiple choices from multiple parties as Democrats challenge Republicans across this GOP stron...
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Can Cook County State's Attorney office be fixed?Oct 23, 2008 11:00 pm - The candidates for Cook County state's attorney agreed Thursday that police torture allegations reveal shortcomings of the office, but fought over how to fix the problem...