Local Government

Cook County gets DOJ monitors in record 50-state push

The U.S. Department of Justice deployed approximately 1,000 election monitors to all 50 states on Nov. 3, including to Cook County and Chicago. Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul said monitors cannot seize ballots or interfere with election administration.

November 3, 2026 · 2 min read

Row of historic-style homes with varied architecture along a tree-lined street in autumn.

Local Government

Park Ridge survey finds 121 historic homes despite district freeze

A preservation expert told the Park Ridge City Council that 121 homes in the city's oldest subdivision have architectural integrity and 10 may qualify for national landmark status, even as a six-month moratorium on new historic districts remains in effect.

October 21, 2026 · 2 min read

Brick village hall building with glass entrance doors and American and Illinois flags outside.

Local Government

O'Hare noise panel meets Tuesday on monitors, Fly Quiet

October 19, 2026 · 1 min read

Exterior of a park district recreation center with a flagpole and playground equipment.

Local Government

Niles Park District proposes $5 million bond sale, hearing Tuesday

October 19, 2026 · 2 min read

A Flock Safety license plate reader camera on a pole with a solar panel against a blue sky.

Local Government

Park Ridge police share Flock camera data with 200 agencies

October 5, 2026 · 2 min read

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Park Ridge approves mural definition, oversized sign variance

The Park Ridge City Council on Monday, Aug. 3 gave final approval to a first-ever mural definition in the zoning code and a wall-sign variance at 140 N. Northwest Highway, while also receiving the city's fiscal year 2025 financial report and a $1 million warrant report.

August 4, 2026 · 2 min read