Local Politics
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Endorsement: Wegman for Democrats for Kane County treasurerFeb 25, 2026 4:00 am - Kane County Treasurer endorsement: Democrats Connie Cain, Scott Johansen and Penny Wegman
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Preckwinkle, Reilly tussle over IT upgrade that delayed Cook County tax billsFeb 23, 2026 6:08 pm - Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle and Democratic primary challenger Brendan Reilly sparred over problems with a massive countywide technology overhaul that resulted in delayed property tax bills and payments to local governments.
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Kane clerk candidates discuss election securityFeb 23, 2026 4:36 pm - Elections in Kane County are secure, candidates for the Democratic nomination for county clerk say.
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McHenry County to charge video gaming terminal fees, require licenses
Feb 23, 2026 1:29 pm - McHenry County is now requiring a licensing fee for video gaming terminals in the unincorporated parts of the county.
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Kane County sheriff candidates discuss plans for reducing crime
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Mundelein’s mayor gives first State of the Village speechFeb 13, 2026 5:19 pm - Mundelein Mayor Robin Meier talked about tourism, public safety, diversity and other aspects of local life during her first State of the Village presentation this week.
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Des Plaines’ Krasa Burgers in line for liquor licenseFeb 13, 2026 5:18 pm - A newly opened restaurant in Des Plaines could be awarded a liquor license Monday night.
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Kane County Board appoints 2 replacementsFeb 10, 2026 2:46 pm - Two new members of the Kane County board were sworn in Tuesday, to fill vacancies left by a death and a resignation.
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Illinois House hopefuls Peterson, Chan Ding spar over ethicsFeb 09, 2026 5:44 pm - Democratic candidates for the 52nd District Illinois House seat clashed over ethics during a recent meeting with the Daily Herald editorial board.
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Huntley District 158 fills school board vacancy after Andy Bittman’s sudden departureFeb 09, 2026 12:54 pm - Huntley School District 158 has a new school board member. The school board has appointed Chuck Ruth, a former Huntley school board president, to the board.