Bickering in DuPage County reveals lack of oversight and loss of millions of tax dollars
County officials squabble over cannabis taxes that weren't collected and audits that were not done.
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Illinois touts diversity in pot industry, but revenue for minorities shows little growth
Some new license holders, though, say that funding assistance is needed for them to allow businesses to open.
Chicago Bears’ stadium plan likely to retain support after new mayor takes over in Arlington Heights
Two potential top contenders for the job of next mayor of Arlington Heights are expected to continue support for a new Chicago Bears stadium if plans ensure the the project...
Fired county tax review worker files suit in flap over Chicago Bears’ potential stadium property
An ex-worker at the Cook County tax appeal board alleges in a whistleblower suit he refused to take part in political in-fighting.
Black- and gay-owned cannabis businesses opening and expanding in Illinois
After years of struggling to get off the ground, several cannabis operators have bucked the trend of companies unable to acquire financing.
Alleged Highland Park parade shooter rejects plea deal as victims look on: ‘Absolute unadulterated evil’
The accused killer in the Highland Park 4th of July shooting made a surprise reversal and refused to go along with the guilty plea his attorneys had worked out, disappointing...
Edible cannabis consumption increases among little kids, Illinois Poison Center reports
A crying 6-year-old was brought to an emergency department after being found sluggish and cold to the touch. The parents had been at work when the babysitter gave several cookies...
16-year-old dies after raft tips over near Montrose Beach, police say
Also, a woman was recovered from Lake Michigan after a boat capsized, while another woman swam 2 miles to shore to alert responders, Winnetka officials said.
License plate cameras help solve crimes, but are creating a backlash over privacy concerns
License plate recognition systems don’t just track criminals. They track everyone in their sight — billions of plates nationwide.
Riot Fest departure from Douglass Park sparks more debate over costs and gains for the community
The rock, punk and hip-hop festival has long been a source of controversy for the West Side park, which is surrounded by North Lawndale, a predominantly Black neighborhood, and the...