Alders contest accuracy of meeting minutes as residents call for transparency and accessibility
“We need to have a better procedure for documenting what occurs during these sessions,” said Ald. Tracy Key (4th).
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‘I never mentioned that person’s sexuality’: Mayor Chris Clark refutes homophobic tirade towards gay resident
Harvey residents gathered for an LGBTQ+ pride demonstration before a council meeting after Mayor Chris Clark suggested Ryan Sinwelski, an openly gay resident, was a pedophile in April. The mayor is denying it.
Dolton educator and navy veteran named WHD SD147 superintendent
Kenneth Scott will take over as permanent superintendent in July, replacing the district’s two interim superintendents Jerry Jordan and Creg Williams. He is currently the associate superintendent at Dolton School District 149.
Ald. Colby Chapman arrested moments after announcing 2027 bid for mayor
One day after misdemeanor charges against her were dropped, the alderwoman is now facing a felony charge alleging she assaulted a Harvey police officer in April.
Allyships ripped to shreds as Harvey library leadership ousts board treasurer
Chapelle Hooks, named board treasurer in February, was bounced from her role after reorganization. She had no clue the move was coming.
‘This is a victory for us’ : Senator Napoleon Harris sworn in as new Thornton Township supervisor
Illinois Sen. Napoleon Harris was officially sworn in as Thornton Township supervisor on May 19, replacing embattled forerunner Tiffany Henyard who is currently under federal investigation for alleged financial malpractices during her tenure.
May officially recognized as ‘Mental Health Month’ in Cook County
The county board unanimously passed a resolution introduced by Commissioner Tara Stamps (1st).
Emotional send-off for Thornton Township board members
The new board of trustees will be sworn in May 19.
Korn Ferry slated to lead Harvey library search for executive director
Pending contract approval, the search firm will work to help the library fill the position, which has been vacant since at least August 2024.
Thornton Township selects legal counsel in civil rights lawsuits against outgoing leadership
Two law firms with ties to incoming leadership will represent the township in litigation filed following a brawl in January.
