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Deeply Rooted Dance Theater to Unveil Groundbreaking Premieres at 30th Anniversary Performance at The Auditorium on May 30th
As ongoing funding challenges continue to impact Chicago's arts landscape, Deeply Rooted Dance Theater is preparing to celebrate its landmark 30th anniversary season with a one-night-only, must-see show at The Auditorium on May 30th.
Assessor’s Office Defends Higher Data Center Assessments at Appeal Hearings
To protect homeowners from undue property tax burden, the Cook County Assessor’s Office successfully defended its assessments of data centers and other large north suburban commercial properties during 2025 Cook County Board of Review appeal hearings.
United States Attorney Andrew S. Boutros Hosts First-of-Its-Kind All Fed-Head Summit in Chicago
Andrew S. Boutros, United States Attorney for the Northern District of Illinois, today assembled the highest law enforcement leadership from the entire federal apparatus in the Chicagoland region for a historic, first-of-its-kind summit to discuss collaborative efforts to oversee important federal enforcement priorities and do the people’s business. The most senior leaders from more than 40 federal agencies operating in the Chicagoland region participated in the summit, as did nine U.S. Attorneys from the Seventh Circuit (Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin) and other federal districts, in addition to the Head of the Department of Justice’s Trade Fraud Task Force.
Refinancing readiness and navigating the process in today’s market
Depending on where you are in your homeownership journey, refinancing your mortgage can be an effective strategy to help you meet your financial goals. Refinancing may help you save money over time or add money back to your monthly budget if you score a lower interest rate. And depending on the type of refinance you choose, you could also borrow against your home’s equity to pay down debt or make a major purchase.
Good Family Fun
On Sunday — Mother's Day — I took a stroll down memory lane. Try it, you might like it. And your family, if not now, then certainly later, will appreciate your efforts to leave them a family trail and tale to follow.
KIRK FRANKLIN HONORED WITH SOUNDEXCHANGE HALL OF FAME AWARD
Contemporary gospel icon Kirk Franklin has earned a SoundExchange Hall of Fame Award, recognizing him as one of the most-streamed artists in the organization's 20-plus year history of administering digital performance royalties.
Alders Demand Answers on Delays to Gunshot Detection Technology and Police Records System
Aldermen Brian Hopkins, Peter Chico, Derrick G. Curtis and members of the Chicago City Council are convening a hearing before the Committee on Public Safety to examine ongoing delays in procuring two major public safety technologies: a new records management system for the Chicago Police Department and a replacement acoustic gunshot detection technology system.
CHICAGO RESTAURANTS TURN MENU ITEMS INTO SUPPORT FOR CHILDREN IN FOSTER CARE THIS MAY
One Hope United, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting children, youth, and families through foster care, early childhood education, and mental health services, launches its first annual Sip & Share for Foster Care campaign in recognition of National Foster Care Awareness Month this May.
IDFPR Launches New Online Portal to Streamline Consumer Financial Complaints
The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) announced recently, the launch of a new online submission option designed to simplify and modernize the way Illinois consumers file complaints against financial institutions amid a federal step back in enforcement.
Elevated Chicago Expands “Elevating Culture Near Transit” Initiative with Three New Grants and Historic Partnership with CTA
Elevated Chicago is proud to announce its partnership with the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) and the John T. and Catherine D. MacArthur Foundation in co-funding the expansion of the Elevating Culture Near Transit initiative with three new creative placekeeping projects beginning this spring. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to supporting arts and culture projects across Chicago’s transit corridors.
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL FILES LAWSUIT AGAINST SUBURBAN COOK COUNTY BUSINESS FOR MULTISTATE CONSUMER FRAUD SCHEME
Attorney General Kwame Raoul today filed a lawsuit against B.E.S.T. GDR LLC, doing business as Premium Home Service, and its Chief Executive Officer Yosef Bernath, alleging the business created thousands of online business profiles for home repair companies that did not exist. The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) joined Raoul in filing the lawsuit against the online business based in Westchester, Illinois.
Harper Celebrates Successful 4th Annual Black Farmers & Growers Lobby Day
State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, celebrated a successful and impactful 4th Annual Black Farmers & Growers Lobby Day at the Illinois State Capitol, where farmers, advocates, organizers, community leaders, youth activists, and environmental justice organizations from across Illinois and beyond came together to champion equity in agriculture, expand healthy food access, and strengthen local food systems.
VEHICLES FOR CHANGE AWARDS CARS TO HIRE360 WORKFORCE TRAINEES ENTERING THE TRADES
Workforce trainees pursuing careers in the trades received critical support on May 8 as Vehicles for Change, with donations from Constellation, awarded low cost vehicles to trades trainees identified through HIRE360, and other workforce development programs across Illinois. The event, held at Liberty Auto City in Libertyville, addressed a major barrier to employment by providing low-cost vehicles to trainees entering the trades, making it easier to access job sites and apprenticeship opportunities.
The 5 Most Common Mistakes Homeowners Make with Property Taxes
Every year, my office hears from thousands of homeowners who run into problems with their property taxes due to common errors. Here are the five most common mistakes homeowners make and what you can do to avoid them.
