Local Politics
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Chan Ding running in Democratic primary in 52ndJun 18, 2025 4:57 pm - Erin Chan Ding, who retained her seat on the Barrington Area Unit District 220 school board in April, announced Wednesday she is running for the seat currently held by Republican Martin McLaughlin.
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Gurnee hiking local sales tax to replace lost grocery tax revenue — and then someJun 17, 2025 7:46 pm - The expiring 1% state grocery tax will not be reinstated with a local version in Gurnee, but village officials instead will increase their local sales tax to spread the cost to visitors.
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West Chicago mayor appoints longtime resident to become new aldermanJun 17, 2025 1:57 pm - More than a month into a rocky start to his administration, West Chicago Mayor Daniel Bovey made his first appointment with city council approval on Monday.
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Ex-chief to get $99,210 from Wheeling in separation dealJun 17, 2025 11:36 am - Former Wheeling Police Chief Jamie Dunne will receive more than $99,200 from the village when he officially retires in a few weeks.
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Wheel Haus restaurant coming to Wheeling Town CenterJun 17, 2025 11:04 am - The entrepreneurs behind the Moretti’s chain want to open another restaurant in the Wheeling Town Center complex.
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Carmel Catholic High withdraws plan for international student dormJun 16, 2025 1:48 pm - Mundelein’s Carmel Catholic High School has withdrawn a plan to build a dormitory for international students.
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Indian Trails Library District board meets WednesdayJun 16, 2025 7:21 am - The Indian Trails Public Library District board will meet Wednesday to discuss strategic planning and other issues.
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St. Charles considers restrictions, tax on short-term rentals
Jun 15, 2025 8:36 am - St. Charles could impose new regulations and fees for AirBnbs, Vrbos and other short-term rentals currently unregulated within city limits.
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South Barrington church plans move ahead — but will group still try to disconnect from the village?Jun 13, 2025 1:46 pm - The South Barrington village board has approved zoning variances for the long-proposed redevelopment of vacant land by a religious group that wants to build a church and school.
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Carol Stream apartment proposal draws initial thumbs-downJun 11, 2025 12:30 pm - An advisory panel in Carol Stream is recommending the village board reject a plan to build a 20-unit apartment development along Gary Avenue.