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CHICAGO - Darryl Lloyd of unincorporated Chicago Heights was shocked to receive his latest property tax bill, which showed an astronomical increase due to clerical errors. Lloyd's second installment tax bill skyrocketed from $1,800 to over $30,000, representing a staggering 3,811% increase. "I was literally devastated," said Lloyd, reflecting on...
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Wildlife biologist Chuck Rizzo climbs into what looks like an enormous white bucket and slowly begins to rise. The metal arm of an aerial lift truck propels him higher and higher, above thick underbrush and then even some treetops, toward a striking sight in an otherwise ordinary Cook County forest preserve: a sturdy, stick-strewn platform built on top of a 50-foot telephone pole. “How is it?” ...
South suburban mayor pledged not to raise property taxes
Harvey is one of 15 south suburbs hit with reassessments and seeing a sharp increase in the Cook County property tax bills. So, Clark has announced that to soften the blow, he’s promising not to raise the property taxes the city controls.
Nearly 150 new Illinois ZIP codes added to high-risk lead testing list
CHICAGO (CBS) -- Starting this month, 1-, 2- and 3-year-old children living in nearly 150 communities in Illinois will need their blood screened for lead, a test that wasn't previously required in those parts of the state.The Illinois Department of Public Health announced an expanded list of high-risk ZIP codes this year, including more than a dozen in Cook County, increasing mandatory testing for lead exposure of children who live within those areas. A total of nearly 1,200 ZIP codes in Illinois now are considered high-risk for lead exposure."There is no safe level of lead in the blood," said Illinois...
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Stormy weather returns as Fourth of July celebrations ramp up
ST. LOUIS – Early morning sub-severe thunderstorms will bring some heavy rain to the region to start our Wednesday. This will be the first of several rounds of rain and storms that we will be tracking over the next 48 hours. The morning rain will fade as the sun comes up. Hot and humid Wednesday, […]
What You Need to Know So You Don’t Get Fined For Fireworks in Illinois
Fourth of July is around the corner, and while fireworks light up the night sky, lighting them yourself is never a good idea, especially in Illinois. Let's put the bad news out there first; as most people know, Illinois has a strict law that bans most consumer fireworks. Here's a refresher, just in case you need it.
Southwestern Illinois and Southeastern Missouri Brace for Severe Storms Today
St. Louis, MO – Severe thunderstorms are expected to develop once again this afternoon in southeastern Missouri and southwestern Illinois. These storms, predicted to hit between 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., could bring damaging winds to the area. According to the US National Weather Service in St. Louis, the...
Weekend Weather: Showers, Storms Possible in Northern Illinois, Northwest Indiana
Chicago, IL – Northern Illinois and Northwest Indiana residents can expect a mix of showers, storms, and sunshine over the next few days. The forecast calls for varied weather patterns, making it essential to stay informed. According to the National Weather Service, scattered early morning showers are expected on...
Illinois State Police Arrest Three in Child Trafficking Operation
The Illinois State Police have taken their efforts to stop criminal activities to the next level. Three suspects were just arrested and accused of the worst kind of trafficking— of children. Intensive Operation Leads to Arrests. According to a recent press release by the Illinois State Police, they completed...
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