The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) announced Monday, May 11, 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. For the first time, the portal will accept[Read More…]
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IDNR issues reminder to avoid handling wild animals and bird
As the weather warms up and more people head outside, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is reminding everyone to leave young birds and other animals alone when they encounter them in the wild. Well-intentioned people may believe they’re helping nature by taking possession of young rabbits, fawn deer,[Read More…]
Soaring into STEAM at Serena Hills Elementary School
On a bright, breezy afternoon, students at Serena Hills Elementary School in Flossmoor experienced the kind of learning that literally lifts off the page! Led by Golden Apple Award-winning teacher Andrea Beaty, third grade students participated in a hands-on STEAM project focused on the science of flying kites. In the[Read More…]
Cook County clerk scores national award for student early voting program created with Chicago Bears
The Cook County Clerk’s Office has been recognized for excellence in election administration with a national Clearinghouse Award for its new high school early voting program created in partnership with the Chicago Bears, Clerk Monica Gordon announced Tuesday, May 12. Now in its 10th year, the U.S. Election Assistance Commission[Read More…]
Illinois rises to top tier in national emergency preparedness ranking
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today announced Illinois has been named a “high-performance” state for emergency preparedness, the highest ranking a state can receive, in a newly released report by Trust for America’s Health. The annual report evaluates states on their ability to respond to various public health emergencies using[Read More…]
Column: 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. Paying the Same Bill Twice This happens more often than you might[Read More…]
Metra hosting second ‘Routes to Safety’ conference to combat human trafficking
Metra is hosting its second “Routes to Safety” conference this June dedicated to strengthening collaboration among transportation professionals, law enforcement, and social services in the fight against human trafficking. The free in-person and virtual conference will be held June 10 at the Chicago-Kent College of Law/Illinois Institute of Technology, 565[Read More…]
Flossmoor Police Department announces distracted driving enforcement results for April
The Flossmoor Police Department announced that it issued 44 citations for distracted driving violations and 53 citations for other violations during April’s Distracted Driving Awareness Month enforcement campaign. “Distracted driving remains a serious problem, as one moment of inattention can change lives forever,” Police Chief Carl Estelle said. “High-visibility enforcement[Read More…]
Obama Presidential Center tickets go on sale 9 a.m. May 6
Tickets to the museum at the Obama Presidential Center go on sale at 9 a.m. May 6. The center is opening on Chicago’s South Side for global visitors starting June 19. Tickets are available at www.obama.org/visit/museum-tickets. Given the intense interest in the center, the foundation expects high demand for tickets when[Read More…]
County releases 2026 road construction project map
The Cook County Department of Transportation and Highways recently released its 2026 Transportation and Highways construction project map. The interactive map, created by the Cook County Bureau of Technology’s Geographic Information Systems Division, includes all construction projects underway or scheduled to begin this year. Projects that preserve, modernize and expand the[Read More…]
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