Dixmoor is ‘moving forward’ on infrastructure after water main breaks, village president says
Village officials discussed water infrastructure improvements and youth workforce development on April 9.
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Harvey City Council cancels meeting due to power outage
The power outage postponed a preliminary City Council vote on a proposed feasibility study regarding a community solar project on April 13.
Thornton Township trustee Christopher Gonzalez dies
Two-term Thornton Township Trustee Christopher Gonzalez has died, Township Clerk Casey Nesbit confirmed on April 7.
‘No more warnings’ : Dixmoor cracking down on quality-of-life violations
The village will be enforcing fines for garbage can violations, property maintenance, and even noise violations following complaints from seniors. And parking vehicles on sidewalks is now banned, with immediate ticketing for violators.
Former clerk Rosa Arambula appointed as acting 1st Ward alderwoman
Following her recent resignation as City Clerk, Arambula will now carry out the remainder of acting mayor Shirley Drewenski’s term through April 2027.
Harvey seeks $500,000 for aging water infrastructure
The city will apply for the federal funding to ease water main breaks after the City Council approved the measure during the March 9 meeting.
Southland voters seek economic development ahead of 2nd Congressional district race
After a forum featuring candidates in the race for Illinois’ 2nd Congressional district, Southland voters reflected on the objectives they seek from their ideal candidate.
PHOTOS: In Dixmoor, a Cook County commissioner’s home languishes
While the 5th district's Kisha McCaskill claims tax exemptions that reduce her bill on a Dixmoor home, it's become an eyesore without proper upkeep.
Cook County Commissioner Kisha McCaskill claims tax exemptions on abandoned Dixmoor property
Although she claims homeowner and senior exemptions, McCaskill does not reside in the home, which is a vagrant. The Cook County Assessor’s Office has referred the matter to its erroneous exemption department for investigation.
People over politics: How Kiana Belcher is fighting the Southland political machine
Dolton trustee Kiana Belcher’s most striking qualities are her bluntness and humility. She’s tapping into both to upend politics that prioritize hubris over public service.
Harvey City Council cancels meeting due to power outage
The power outage postponed a preliminary City Council vote on a proposed feasibility study regarding a community solar project on April 13.
Thornton Township trustee Christopher Gonzalez dies
Two-term Thornton Township Trustee Christopher Gonzalez has died, Township Clerk Casey Nesbit confirmed on April 7.
‘No more warnings’ : Dixmoor cracking down on quality-of-life violations
The village will be enforcing fines for garbage can violations, property maintenance, and even noise violations following complaints from seniors. And parking vehicles on sidewalks is now banned, with immediate ticketing for violators.
Former clerk Rosa Arambula appointed as acting 1st Ward alderwoman
Following her recent resignation as City Clerk, Arambula will now carry out the remainder of acting mayor Shirley Drewenski’s term through April 2027.
Harvey seeks $500,000 for aging water infrastructure
The city will apply for the federal funding to ease water main breaks after the City Council approved the measure during the March 9 meeting.
Southland voters seek economic development ahead of 2nd Congressional district race
After a forum featuring candidates in the race for Illinois’ 2nd Congressional district, Southland voters reflected on the objectives they seek from their ideal candidate.
PHOTOS: In Dixmoor, a Cook County commissioner’s home languishes
While the 5th district's Kisha McCaskill claims tax exemptions that reduce her bill on a Dixmoor home, it's become an eyesore without proper upkeep.
Cook County Commissioner Kisha McCaskill claims tax exemptions on abandoned Dixmoor property
Although she claims homeowner and senior exemptions, McCaskill does not reside in the home, which is a vagrant. The Cook County Assessor’s Office has referred the matter to its erroneous exemption department for investigation.
People over politics: How Kiana Belcher is fighting the Southland political machine
Dolton trustee Kiana Belcher’s most striking qualities are her bluntness and humility. She’s tapping into both to upend politics that prioritize hubris over public service.
