A vote from behind bars? Illinois bill sparks debate

Advocates and lawmakers in Chicago on Monday pushed the RACE Act, a bill that would restore voting rights to people serving felony sentences in Illinois prisons. 

Local group distributes hygiene supplies to nearly 200 Chicago schools | ChicagoNOW
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A local organization is making a big impact across Chicagoland. The Grace Network is collecting and distributing basic hygiene supplies to students in need at nearly 200 schools. Founder and Executive Director Sarah Airola joins us, along with Erie Charter School principal Karem Gomez, to share how the program is helping students feel confident, prepared and ready to learn.

Cook County property taxes outpace inflation, report finds | ChicagoLIVE
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A new report says tax increases have outpaced both wages and inflation for decades. Treasurer Maria Pappas calls for reforms as costs continue to climb. 

Research shows Chicagoans' attitudes toward ICE and
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The "Hands Off Chicago" initiative is sharing its research results on how local residents feel about Operation Midway Blitz.

‘True hero’: CTA rider goes viral for hanging air freshener on train | ChicagoNOW
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A Reddit post showing a car air freshener hanging on a CTA rail is making the rounds online. Users are joking about the effort while calling for more solutions to lingering odors.