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Maureen Dunne

Maureen Dunne is a civic reporter with the Harvey World Herald. She holds a  journalism degree from DePaul University (’22).

As a lifelong Chicagoan and Chicago Public Schools graduate, her reporting focuses on Chicago’s cultures and communities, city politics and the judicial system. As part of DePaul University’s Center for Journalism Excellence and Integrity, she has reported on Cook County’s electronic monitoring system as well as abortion access in Illinois in stories airing on WTTW’s Chicago Tonight.

When not typing furiously into a Google Doc, she’s a cello player in an Irish band, bartender, urban gardener and recovering political organizer. Her work has appeared in Injustice Watch, City Bureau’s Documenters program, Vocalo Radio, 14 East Magazine and the DePaulia.

Maureen's Latest Articles

Cook County commissioners approve $8.6 million for down payment assistance program

The county board passed a resolution that provides additional funding to a homebuyers’ program that helps offset initial housing costs

TTHS D205 board approves $25 million transfer for capital projects

Transferring dollars from the district’s working cash to its capital fund, the district will pay for projects like the stadium renovations at Thornton Township High Schools District 205 campuses.

‘Lessons from the Harvey experience:’ MWRD to improve community outreach for future stormwater projects

The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District plans to increase small-group public engagement surrounding future projects involving eminent domain and the acquisition of private property.

WHD SD147 to appoint permanent superintendent this summer. Will the process be transparent?

The district has employed two interim superintendents, drawing scrutiny from the public regarding district finances.

‘We don’t have a voice inside City Hall’ : Mayor Chris Clark clears council chambers — again

Just 20 minutes into the May 12 City Council meeting, Mayor Chris Clark ordered police to remove residents after they clapped during public comment. Prior to the meeting, Ald. Colby Chapman (2nd) held a press conference to address her recent arrest.

TTHS D205 honors graduating seniors with post-high school plans

Over 92 percent of high school seniors in the district have been admitted to college or universities, while all of its students enrolled in its barber and cosmetology programs have earned dual credit at South Suburban College.

South Suburban College celebrates staff leadership efforts

The board of trustees honored several administrative and academic members with awards in May.

SH SD151 2024 fiscal year audit unverifiable with township treasurer behind on bookkeeping

The Thornton Township Trustees of Schools manages investments and accounts payable. It’s three years behind on bookkeeping, creating financial reporting challenges for South Holland School District 151 and other area schools.

Major renovations coming to Thornridge High School facade and swimming pool

The Thornton Township High School District 205 school board approved a combined $5.9 million in renovations to Thornridge’s facade and swimming pool at its April 9 meeting.

Cook County homeowners hit by high property taxes may qualify for tax relief

The one-time, $1,000 payments are available to residents who have experienced a 50 percent increase in their property taxes since 2021.

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