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Monday, August 19, 2024
IDFPR – Initiatives for Service members and their spouses!

Wednesday, August 14, 2024
Update to IDFPR Licensing

Last year, the we passed bipartisan legislation to modernize our state’s professional licensing system and address the unacceptable delays in the process. IDFPR has now reached an agreement to secure…


Tuesday, August 6, 2024
IDNR Summer Buzz Newsletter!

Monday, August 5, 2024
The City of Chicago Cooling Centers will be open on Monday, August 4

OEMC will continue to monitor conditions and alert residents of weather impacts including isolated severe thunderstorms and high temperatures CHICAGO – With heat and humidity over the weekend the Chicago…


Thursday, August 1, 2024
Rep. Stephens and CPS are providing FREE backpacks

Rep. Stephens and CPS are providing FREE backpacks with school supplies at his district office. Stop by our office at 8323 W. Lawrence Ave. in Norridge to pick up your backpack. This…


Monday, July 29, 2024
The City of Chicago Offers Residents Safety Tips on Severe Weather and Multiple Resources Including Cooling Centers this Week Due to High Temperatures with a Heat Index Reaching 100-105°

OEMC will continue to monitor conditions and alert residents of extreme weather impacts including isolated severe thunderstorms and high temperatures CHICAGO – With severe storms, heat and humidity expected this week…


Friday, July 26, 2024
Wayne Fitzgerrel State Park!

July 23, 2024, Wayne Fitzgerrel State Park


Thursday, July 25, 2024
Beall Woods State Park

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Tuesday, July 23, 2024
Cook County Refunds $22 Million in property tax overpayments

Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas is sending more than $22 million in automatic refunds to more than 10,000 property owners who overpaid their property taxes last year. “For many senior…


Tuesday, July 16, 2024
Storm Update from COMED – July 16, 2024:

Storm Update from COMED – July 16, 2024: The devastating storms which ravaged northern Illinois last night delivered a heavy blow to the ComEd grid. As many as 10 simultaneous…