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More than 10,000 Cook County residents to receive property tax refunds
More than 10,000 residents of Cook County can expect to receive automatic refunds due to overpayments of their property taxes, Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas announced Tuesday. The treasurer plans to send out more than $22 million in refunds by Aug. 9. Over half of the 10,099 property owners will have the funds directly deposited back into their accounts, while the remainder will receive ...
Afternoon Briefing: Southland homeowners demand property tax relief
Good afternoon, Chicago. More than 10,000 residents of Cook County can expect to receive automatic refunds due to overpayments of their property taxes, Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas announced today. The treasurer plans to send out more than $22 million in refunds by Aug. 9. Meanwhile, as south suburban homeowners prepare to pay their historically high property tax bills ahead of the Aug. ...
Former detainees call on Cook County to shut down youth detention center, alleging widespread abuse
Attorneys and former detainees are calling for the closure of the Cook County Juvenile Temporary Detention Center, alleging in newly filed class-action lawsuits systematic sexual abuse and “atrocious conditions” in the facility where minors are held while awaiting trial. The complaints, filed Monday on behalf of 193 former residents of the Near West Side detention center, formerly called the ...
Wednesday forecast: Highs in upper 70s, chance for scattered showers, storms
Wednesday morning has dawned cloudy and humid around Chicagoland, with early-morning temperatures in the mid- to upper 60s and dew points in the mid-60s. But a cooling trend is on the way, at least for a couple days or so, before it gets hot and humid again. The line of...
Artists create new mini murals in Oak Park
Public transit lovers, drivers and pedestrians alike who have long admired the results of the local mini-mural program that decorates the railroad retaining walls along the Chicago Transit Authority Green Line now can spot some new pieces. Joey Depakakibo, a Berwyn resident and artist for as long as he can...
Oak Park Public Library expands mental health resources for teenagers
An award-winning initiative at the Oak Park Public Library continues its work promoting mental health resources and tools for teens in the community. Ashley Knapp, an assistant professor and researcher at Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine, has partnered with the library since 2019 to explore ways to improve access to mental health resources for teenagers in Oak Park.
Colliers Arranges Sale of Two Chicago Area Strip Malls
Colliers Net Lease Investment team of Chicago’s Peter Block and Rachel Patten recently represented Armco Properties in the sale of two Chicago area strip centers: 19102-19140 88th Ave. in Mokena and 8258-8290 S. Janes Ave. in Woodridge, to a private investor. The properties traded at close to asking price which was $6.8 million.
Illinois and Wisconsin Residents On Alert After Black Bear Sightings
Residents of Illinois are being urged to keep their eyes open after recent confirmed sightings of black bears in several counties across the state. Rare Black Bear Sightings Prompt Caution from Illinois DNR. The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) issued a cautionary statement, noting that while black bear sightings...
Scattered storms bring localized flooding to Chicagoland
CHICAGO - Scattered showers and storms caused localized flooding in parts of the Chicagoland area on Tuesday. A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for west central McHenry County, including the city of Marengo, until 8:45 p.m. The National Weather Service warns of rapid onset flooding in creeks, streams, ditches,...
Illinois Weather: Scattered Showers and Thunderstorms Today
Chicago, IL – Residents of Illinois should prepare for scattered showers and thunderstorms today as a southward sagging cold front moves through the region. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Chicago issued a forecast at 5:45 AM CDT, predicting that these weather conditions will persist through the day and end early this evening.
Don’t Go in the Water – 38 Illinois Places Have Swimming Warnings
Summertime is all about getting outside and enjoying the nice weather and swimming is a vital part of that. However, there are now 38 places in Illinois that now have urgent swimming warnings about staying out of the water. As a general rule, I check the Illinois Beach Guard System...
2 Best Theaters in Illinois to See the Thrilling New Movie ‘Twisters’
We've been hearing from listeners who went to see the latest Twisters movie this past weekend, and all reviews say it's a must-see. Best Theaters in Illinois for Exciting Action Movies. A recent 'Question of the Day' asked what's one movie that everyone should see at least once and we...
Owner of Sandwich-Area Property Charged with Animal Cruelty
If you're an animal lover, fair warning: This story will be tough to hear. A property owner in Sandwich has been charged with five criminal counts relating to animal cruelty. DeKalb County deputies arrested 60-year-old Mohammad Raza-Ahsan of Addison Tuesday morning. The Illinois Department of Agriculture conducted a months-long investigation into the goings-on at the property on Wagner Road in rural Sandwich, after the sheriff's office had received multiple complaints of foul odors and neglected animals on the property. The investigation led to the discovery of several neglected animals, as well as deceased animals that had not been properly disposed of.
Double Duty Classic showcases high school baseball standouts
Guaranteed Rate Field will host the Double Duty Classic Wednesday at 6 p.m. Some of the best high school baseball players from across the country will play. Named after Negro League standout, Ted "Double Duty" Radcliff, the event celebrates the history and tradition of Negro League Baseball in Chicago.
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