Local Politics
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Petition packets for Kane 2026 election availableJul 15, 2025 11:37 am - Petition packets for established party candidates running for Kane County offices at the March 17, 2026, general primary election are available.
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Downers Grove Library Board turns first page in search for new executive director
Jul 15, 2025 7:55 am - The Downers Grove Library Board has taken its first step in the search for a director to replace Julie Milavec, who will retire in March.
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Why the races to succeed Krishnamoorthi, Schakowsky in Congress are packedJul 15, 2025 6:42 am - The announcements that Democratic U.S. Reps. Raja Krishnamoorthi and Jan Schakowsky would not run for reelection to their suburban districts created a deluge of hopefuls seeking to succeed them in 2026.
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‘Getting the job done is what counts’: Mundelein mayor taps ex-rival for new village roleJul 14, 2025 7:30 pm - Rather than metaphorically burying her most recent political rival, Mundelein Mayor Robin Meier has selected him for a prominent village post.
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North Barrington plan commission members to be reappointedJul 14, 2025 3:08 pm - Two North Barrington residents are slated to get new terms on the village’s plan commission this week.
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Citing safety risks for election officials, McHenry County clerk seeking 35% pay hike
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Legislation prompted by Mundelein impact fee fight awaits Gov. Pritzker’s signatureJul 11, 2025 3:06 pm - Legislation prompted by a fight over impact fees in Mundelein awaits Gov. JB Pritzker’s signature.
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Tim Wilson up for appointment to Mundelein planning commissionJul 11, 2025 2:11 pm - Former Mundelein Trustee Tim Wilson is up for a seat on the village’s planning and zoning commission.
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Immigrants can learn about their rights at Wheeling libraryJul 11, 2025 2:10 pm - Immigrants can learn about their rights in an upcoming program at the Indian Trails Public Library in Wheeling.
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Health fair in Park Ridge on July 19Jul 11, 2025 1:46 pm - Maine Township officials will host a health fair on Saturday, July 19.