Illinois advances bill to ban hidden fees across consumer goods, services

One day after the Biden administration announced it is putting an end to junk fees in air travel, Illinois lawmakers are one step closer to sweeping legislation that puts an end to hidden fees on just about everything residents buy in the Land of Lincoln.

Illinois advances bill to ban hidden fees across consumer goods, services
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One day after the Biden administration announced it is putting an end to junk fees in air travel, Illinois lawmakers are one step closer to sweeping legislation that puts an end to hidden fees on just about everything residents buy in the Land of Lincoln.

Chicago activist launches recall effort against Mayor Brandon Johnson

This week marks the launch of an online petition as part of a grassroots effort aiming to hold the Mayor of Chicago directly accountable to voters and subject to recall.

Chicago activist launches recall effort against Mayor Brandon Johnson
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This week marks the launch of an online petition as part of a grassroots effort aiming to hold the Mayor of Chicago directly accountable to voters and subject to recall.

Lombard woman with cancer pushes for legislation to legally end her life
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Should people with only months to live be legally allowed to end their own lives? It's a hot-button issue currently under discussion in Illinois.

AARP pushes for Illinois Caregiving Portal legislation

House Bill 4677 calls for the creation of the Illinois Caregiving Portal, creating a one-stop-shop for state, federal, nonprofit and professional caregiving information.

Cook County Clerk Karen Yarbrough hospitalized in 'serious' condition

Cook County Clerk Karen Yarbrough has been hospitalized with a serious medical condition for an undisclosed illness, according to her office.

New book details former Mayor Lori Lightfoot's rise and fall
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The new book "The City is Up For Grabs" by Chicago Tribune reporter Gregory Pratt documents former Mayor Lori Lightfoot's tumultuous four years in office before failing to be reelected.

Eileen O'Neill Burke celebrates Cook County State's Attorney nomination
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Chicago Democrats voted for Eileen O'Neill Burke to face the GOP nominee for Cook County States Attorney in the general election. Burke held an event Monday morning to thank her supporters for getting her on the November ballot.

Eileen O'Neill Burke looks to general election
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Eileen O'Neill Burke, Democratic nominee for Cook County State's Attorney, will host a victory event Monday morning after a close race against Clayton Harris. She will join her supports at Plumbers’ JAC Local 130 to celebrate and talk about plans for the upcoming general election.