Hammer comes down on the ‘Velvet Hammer’
The verdicts end a months-long federal trial for one of the most powerful political figures in Illinois, He didn’t have the ...
Supervisor Tiffany Henyard absent from Thornton Township Board, trustees push back budget vote
Thornton Township trustees pushed back a vote on their 2025 budget plan and approval of community events set for this week.
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Staffs reflect tense relations of Chicago mayor, Pritzker
JB Pritzker suffered a rare defeat in Springfield over a hemp bill opposed by Mayor Brandon Johnson ... But given Illinois’ status as a Democratic stronghold, Shaw said Illinois is “likely ...
Staffs reflect tense relations of Chicago mayor, Pritzker
Behind-the-scenes staff acrimony mirrors public tension betwee Mayor Brandon Johnson and Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker.
Belleville mayor’s former advisers endorse her challenger as campaign ramps up
I know this may cost me some votes … and some friendships … but it’s the right thing to do,” one wrote in her endorsement.
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Illinois governor doesn't see why anyone would want to be part of Indiana
The Democratic governor of Illinois can't see any reason why anyone residing in his state would want to become part of Indiana. Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker appeared unamused Wednesday when a ...
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Saratoga Springs Supervisor seeks Democratic endorsement for city mayor
A Saratoga Springs county supervisor is mounting a campaign for the mayor’s seat. Michele Madigan was previously the city’s Finance Commissioner for a decade and began serving as one of the ...
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Mayor Evans endorsed by Monroe County Democratic Committee
ROCHESTER, N.Y. – Malik D. Evans was selected as the candidate for Mayor by the Monroe County Democratic Committee on Saturday morning. Mayor Evans won the party’s nomination on the first ballot.