Candidates Compete for Illinois Comptroller Seat
Margaret Croke and Bryan Drew are running for Illinois comptroller in the January 2027 election, aiming to succeed long‑time incumbent Susana Mendoza.
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Illinois AG charges 11 Ford Heights officials with theft
Eleven Ford Heights officials were charged on September 25 with stealing roughly $107,000 of taxpayer money, according to the Illinois Attorney General’s office. The case follows prior allegations of financial wrongdoing in the village.
Eleven Ford Heights Officials Charged in Municipal Funds Scheme
Eleven current and former Ford Heights officials and employees have been charged with illegally using municipal funds, following a state investigation into the village's finances.
First United Methodist Church of Elgin Reopens After Storm Damage
After 18 months of repairs, the First United Methodist Church of Elgin reopened with a ribbon‑cutting ceremony, ending a closure caused by storm damage that destroyed half its roof.
Five Illinois Public Universities Keep Flock Surveillance Cameras
A WBEZ contract review shows that five of Illinois' twelve public universities, including UIUC and UIC, still have active surveillance camera agreements with Flock Safety, while the other campuses have ended such relationships.
Masked Teens Disrupt Homecoming in Plainfield Suburb
Dozens of masked teenagers threw eggs, toilet‑paper rolls, ketchup packets and detergent pods at homes in Plainfield, Illinois, prompting police to issue a public warning during the suburb's homecoming celebrations.
Customer Fires on Suspected Robber at Orland Park Gas Station
A concealed‑carry permit holder shot a suspected robber during an attempted robbery at a Shell station in Orland Park on September 15, 2026, prompting a police investigation into the use of force.
Tech Group Sues Illinois Over New Social Media, Ad Taxes
A tech coalition sued Illinois on September 11, 2026, contesting new taxes on social‑media and digital ad revenue as unlawful and beyond state authority. The case could affect how states tax the digital economy.
Illinois Rep Hoan Hyunh Unreachable Yet Still Paid $98,000
Illinois Rep. Hoan Hyunh, lacking a district office and missing multiple votes, remains unreachable to constituents while still receiving his $98,000 salary, prompting local complaints and calls for accountability.
Illinois Inspector General Michael McCuskey Resigns Amid Harassment Probe Complaints
Illinois Legislative Inspector General Michael McCuskey resigned in September 2026 after complaints about his handling of sexual harassment investigations, including alleged failures to document interviews. His departure follows criticism of the Benton harassment case and broader concerns over investigative procedures.
Eight Hospitalized After Danvers House Explosion
An explosion at a Danvers home on Aug. 25 ignited a fire that fully engulfed the house and sent eight people to hospitals with serious injuries. Firefighters responded quickly and the cause remains under investigation.
One Killed, One Injured in Wheeling Hotel Shooting
Police responded to a 6:51 p.m. shooting at the MainStay Suites hotel in Wheeling, Illinois, that left one person dead and another injured, and are now seeking witnesses to aid the investigation.
Illinois Announces 10-Day Back-to-School Tax Holiday
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker launched a ten‑day sales‑tax holiday from Aug. 7‑16, lowering the rate on qualifying back‑to‑school items from 6.25% to 1.25% with a $125 cap on clothing and shoes and no cap on supplies.
