Hot Races Bring Early Voters Out to Polls

More than 40,000 people have already cast their votes in this year's consolidated election.

President Obama Endorses Robin Kelly in 2nd District Race

Obama referred to Kelly as a "tireless champion" of the people in a statement endorsing the 2nd District candidate.

Route 30 Mural Installation Set for Friday, April 5

A mural depicting the 'history, heritage and events,' of Lincoln Highway will be installed and finalized Friday, April 5, at 137 E. 14th St. The mural is part of a 35-piece series along 179 miles of Route 30 in Illinois.

Senator Mark Kirk Endorses Same-Sex Marriage

Kirk now joins Republican Senator Rob Portman of Ohio as the two lone Republican senators in support of marriage equality.

Easter Weekend: What's Closed This Weekend in Homewood-Flossmoor and Chicago Heights?

Find out what municipal offices and services will have their doors closed for the holiday weekend.

A Wake-up Call to Voters from Reboot Illinois

We should expect more of our government and more of ourselves, according to the citizens advocacy group.

President Preckwinkle Tours Government Investments in the Heights

Affordable housing, road improvements and job-building locations were the key themes of last Friday's tour.

Alderman Amadio Accused of Breaking Co-worker's Thumb

Chicago Heights Alderman Richard Amadio faces a misdemeanor battery charge from a Feb. 21 argument with a fellow District 170 employee.

Alderman Charged with Battery after Argument at D170 Facility

Chicago Heights Alderman Rich Amadio turned himself in March 19, according to a police report. He faces a misdemeanor battery charge stemming from a dispute with a District 170 employee.

Early Voting Starts Monday

Here's where you can cast your ballot early, to avoid the rush on Election Day. You don't need an excuse--anyone can do it.

City Council Approves Purchase of Pre-Owned Fire Truck

The Chicago Heights City Council approved the purchase of a $50,000 pre-owned fire truck from the Village of Tinley Park.

City Approves $27,000 for Water Line Leak Detection

Chicago Heights aldermen approved $27,750 in spending to M.E. Simpson Co. Inc., which will examine 185 miles of the city's water line pipes for leaks. Last year, the company found 35 underground leaks in the city.

DeLuca Proposes Bill to Speed Up Local Government Payments

House Bill 961 would require portions of the state’s tax revenue to go directly to the Local Government Distributive Fund.

Bloom High School District 206 Board of Education: Election 2013

This race is uncontested.

Chicago Heights School District 170 Board of Education: Election 2013

This race is uncontested.

Park District 5th Ward Commissioner: Election 2013

This race is uncontested.

Prairie State Trustee: Election 2013

Six candidates are running for only two open seats on the Prairie State College board of trustees.

2nd District Congressional Representative: Election 2013

Whoever wins this race will fill the vacated seat of former Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr.

Election Central Chicago Heights: 2013 Spring Elections

Your guide to this season's local elections.

Mayor: 'No Pawn, No Liquor, No Cash for Gold' in Former South Oak Dodge Space

Chicago Heights aldermen approved a resolution March 4, seeking to send 400 requests for proposals for development of the former South Oak Dodge Dealership. The city hopes to develop the land into a retail sales space.

D206 Braces for Quinn's Proposed Education Cuts

Gov. Pat Quinn is expected to advocate cutting 3 percent of the education budget to deal with the pension crisis.

City Ready to Consider Bids from Electric Companies

After residents voted in November in favor of seeking lower electricity rates, the city is ready for bids from competing companies. The City will review the options before deciding on the best rate.

Going, Almost Gone: City Continues Removal of Ailing Ash Trees

Nearly 400 dead or dying Ash trees were removed from Chicago Heights since January 1 of this year, during phase 1 of the city's tree removal plan. Planning is already underway for phase 2.

Paul McKinley Wins Republican Nomination for Jesse Jackson Jr.'s Vacated Seat

McKinley faces an uphill climb in a district long dominated by Democrats.

Robin Kelly Wins Democratic Nomination for 2nd Congressional District Seat

Kelly will appear on the general election ballot in April.

Debbie Halvorson Moved Ahead of Robin Kelly in Polls: 2nd District Race

Despite a slew of recent endorsements for Kelly and a major dropout, Halvorson moved ahead of the former state representative going into the weekend.

Candidate Says She Was Urged to Support Robin Kelly: 2nd District Race

Fatimah Muhammad says she received text messages from someone named Matthew, telling her to endorse Kelly.

Prairie State Trustee Wendell Mosby Endorses Robin Kelly

Mosby explained his decision to endorse Kelly in an open letter.

Judge Throws Out Sex Book Writer's Lawsuit Against District 227

The former high school employee tried suing after he was fired for writing a controversial book, but the judge says he has no base.

Patrick Brutus Drops Out, Endorses Robin Kelly: 2nd District Race

Another candidate has bowed out of the 2nd Congressional District election.

2nd District Candidate Charles Rayburn Looks to Teach Through Protest

The 58-year-old Dolton man has become known for his unrelenting criticism of the many forums leading up to the Feb. 26 primary election.

Toi Hutchinson Drops Out of 2nd District Race

The state senator now pledges to put her support behind Robin Kelly for Jesse Jackson Jr.'s former seat.

'I Know How to Get People Jobs,' Says 2nd District Candidate Gregory Haynes

Haynes says his background has given him a "specialized knowledge" about how businesses work and how to create jobs.

2nd District Candidate Fatimah Muhammad Places Education Ahead of Schooling

Muhammad, who refers to herself as Dr. Hip-Hop, explains how her current role as a teacher at Chicago State University inspired her to run for the coveted congressional seat.

2nd District Candidate Cliff Eagleton Decries the Power of Money

Eagleton points out what he perceives as a major flaw in election campaigning.

Heights Creates New Liquor License for Mobil Gas

The mayor says the business owner deserves the city’s 16th liquor license, but Alderman Josh Deabel isn’t so convinced.

Chicago Heights Agrees to Water Rate Hike

Heights residents should expect to see biannual water rate increases for the next two decades.

South Suburban Cook County Early Voting Locations

Early voting starts Monday, Feb. 11, and lasts through Saturday, Feb. 23.

Look Beyond the One-Party System, Says 2nd District Candidate Eric M. Wallace

Republican candidate Wallace gives his perspective on economic development, minimum wage and taxing the rich.

Congressmen Davis and Rush Endorse Robin Kelly: 2nd District Race

The announcement came at a Feb. 10 press conference at the Little Black Pearl Art Center in Chicago.