Local Politics
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Hindu group sues Elgin to get OK to build templeJul 15, 2026 12:51 pm - A Hindu congregation that wants to build a temple and townhouses in eastern Elgin is suing the city to get a 59-year-old court-ordered restriction on the land removed.
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New police chief takes over in MundeleinJul 14, 2026 12:24 pm - As the investigation into the fatal shooting of a Mundelein resident by a police officer continues, village officials on Monday publicly welcomed a new police chief.
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Can Indiana pay for a Bears stadium? Analysts ask how it will pay its debt as some residents balk at new taxes.
Jul 14, 2026 8:12 am - A buyer should beware of a Bentley on sale for half price, says public finance analyst Geoffrey Propheter. So should the public on a sports stadium, Propheter says. “With...
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People angry about fatal shooting of Mundelein woman again pack village hall in protestJul 13, 2026 9:48 pm - Supporters of the family of a woman who was fatally shot by a police officer during an apparent mental health crisis once again packed the boardroom at Mundelein village hall to plea for justice.
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Redevelopment plan for former Allstate property in South Barrington moving forwardJul 13, 2026 1:12 pm - Redevelopment plans for the former Allstate Corp. headquarters near South Barrington took a key step forward late last week.
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Aurora aldermen disagree on regulating PACs in Mayor John Laesch’s proposed ethics package
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Corey Dixon and Rose Martinez say they’re running for Elgin mayor in 2027
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Democratic candidates sought to fill District 9 Lake County Board seatJul 08, 2026 1:22 pm - The Lake County Democratic Party and Waukegan Township Democratic Party are inviting those interested serving the remaining two years of the District 9 county board seat to submit a resume, statement of interest and any supporting materials to D9managingcommittee@lakedems.org.
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Church expansion plan approved in Des PlainesJul 07, 2026 12:34 pm - A Des Plaines church’s expansion plan was approved by the city council Monday night.
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Allstate Corp. building in Wheeling facing demolitionJul 06, 2026 7:26 pm - Real estate developers want to construct an industrial building where an Allstate Corp. facility now stands in Wheeling.