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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Thornton Township board stands by decision to repeal personal promotion ordinance
The board of trustees recently repealed an Henyard-era ordinance prohibiting officials from promoting their image on township-funded materials. Supervisor Napoleon Harris claimed that the ordinance is irrelevant to the current administration.
Thornton Township reverses ethics reform-oriented personal promotion ordinance
Newly elected board members and Supervisor Napoleon Harris fielded public calls for transparency and the release of a forensic audit into the township’s finances at its meeting on May 27.
State’s attorney drops felony charges against Harvey alderwoman
At a court hearing Wednesday, the Cook County State’s Attorney Office dropped felony battery charges against Ald. Colby Chapman (2nd) pertaining to an alleged assault of a Harvey police officer in April.
Southland leaders hosting ‘Q&A’ for 2026 elections
The event, hosted by the Democrats of Thornton Township and open to the public, marks the earliest glimpse of potential candidates for county, state, and judicial districts representing the Southland.
‘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.
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
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.
‘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.
‘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.
Thornton Township board stands by decision to repeal personal promotion ordinance
The board of trustees recently repealed an Henyard-era ordinance prohibiting officials from promoting their image on township-funded materials. Supervisor Napoleon Harris claimed that the ordinance is irrelevant to the current administration.
Thornton Township reverses ethics reform-oriented personal promotion ordinance
Newly elected board members and Supervisor Napoleon Harris fielded public calls for transparency and the release of a forensic audit into the township’s finances at its meeting on May 27.
State’s attorney drops felony charges against Harvey alderwoman
At a court hearing Wednesday, the Cook County State’s Attorney Office dropped felony battery charges against Ald. Colby Chapman (2nd) pertaining to an alleged assault of a Harvey police officer in April.
Southland leaders hosting ‘Q&A’ for 2026 elections
The event, hosted by the Democrats of Thornton Township and open to the public, marks the earliest glimpse of potential candidates for county, state, and judicial districts representing the Southland.
‘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.
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
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.
‘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.
‘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.
