2nd District Candidate Victor Jonathan Gives a Businessman's Take on Job Creation

Thanks to a lengthy background in business leadership, Jonathan says he is the best equipped to bring jobs to the 2nd District.

2nd District Candidate Larry D. Pickens Addresses Accountability in Politicians

The Chicago attorney and minister says he will form an accountability panel, if elected to office.

2nd District Candidate Anthony W. Williams Explains His Problem With the Peotone Plan

Williams has a different airport in mind, and it already exists.

Heights Hires Private Companies to Help Operate City Departments

The city council approved replacing a department head with a consulting firm and operating two other departments with the help of a private company.

2nd District Candidate Ernest B. Fenton Aims for More Visibility than Jesse Jackson Jr.

The Homewood attorney speaks confidently about his plans for the 2nd District and ignores the competition.

Chicago Heights to Hold Public Hearing on Electrical Aggregation Plan

The Chicago Heights City Council meets Monday, Feb. 4, with several items on the agenda. The meeting will be preceded by a public hearing.

'I Need to Go Back,' Says 2nd District Candidate Debbie Halvorson

Halvorson explains why she's running again and how she feels about Toi Hutchinson. She also talks about her controversial stance on gun control.

$7.2 Million Joe Orr Road Project to Yield Economic Benefits, Says Preckwinkle

The board president says extending Joe Orr Road into Indiana will greatly benefit municipalities in south-east Cook County.

2nd District Candidate Patrick Brutus Remembers the 'Booming' Chicago Heights

The candidate wears his connection to the South Suburbs like a badge of honor. Brutus also points to his public sector experience as a valuable asset to the district, should he be elected.

'I've Already Done It': 2nd District Candidate Anthony Beale Touts Political Experience

After 14 years as a Chicago alderman, Anthony Beale says he does not have to speak hypothetically about his leadership capabilities.

Kelly Nabs Endorsements from Senators Trotter, Raoul and Hunter: 2nd District Election

The endorsements came just one day after Kelly's former boss announced her support for another candidate,

2nd District Candidate James Taylor Takes Aim at Black Violence

If elected, Taylor says he'll split his congressional salary among two organizations, all in the interest of curbing youth violence in the 2nd District.

'I'm Not Against Guns' Says 2nd District Candidate Robin Kelly

One of the frontrunners of the race to fill Jesse Jackson Jr.'s vacated seat is taking a strong stance on this controversial subject. In today's Patch Exclusive, we learn more about Kelly's key issues: gun violence and economic developmen

Preckwinkle Endorses Hutchinson Over Former Staffer Kelly: 2nd District Election

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle gave a simple explanation for her surprising endorsement.

Kelly Calls on Opponents to Release NRA Questionnaires: 2nd District Election

The 2nd District race is heating up as one candidate is calling on State Sen. Toi Hutchinson and former Congresswoman Debbie Halvorson to release questionnaires from previous elections.

Halvorson Disagrees With Democratic Candidates on Gun Ban: 2nd District Election

One of the leading candidates going into the Feb. 26 primary election, Halvorson said she would rather see the current laws improved, rather than creating new ones.

Patch Exclusives: Get to Know the 2nd District Congressional Candidates

To help you make a truly informed decision on Feb. 26, Chicago Heights Patch editor Christopher Paicely is conducting one-on-one interviews with every candidate willing to sit down with him.

When Can I File My 2012 Tax Return?

The IRS has announced a delayed start to the tax filing season. Here's the date of when you can file, plus some locations in Chicago Heights, Olympia Fields and South Chicago Heights to get help on your taxes.

Cook County Seniors Urged to File for Property Tax Breaks

The Cook County Assessor's Office recently mailed a reminder to county senior citizens to file for 2012 property tax breaks. Forms must be completed and mailed to the Assessor's Office by Wednesday, Feb. 6.

Primary Elections: Key Dates to Remember

The Cook County Clerk's office has posted new information about the upcoming elections.

Three Chicago Heights Firefighters Promoted to New Roles

The three men have more than 54 years of experience between them, according to the City.

The U.S. Postal Service Boosts the Price of Stamps

U.S. Postal Service rate hikes go into effect Jan. 27.

Think the Cost of Everything is Going Up? Add Mailing Costs to the List

While it will only cost a penny more to mail a letter, shipping is a different story.

Madigan Seeks Full Appellate Court Review of Conceal Carry Ruling

No determination of when the 10-judge panel will decide whether to look at last year's decision.

22 Candidates, One Seat: Who Will Replace Jackson as 2nd District Representative?

The filing deadline has passed and the candidates have added their names to the list, but who will you vote for?

Video: De'Borah Garner Honored at Chicago Heights City Council Meeting

The former contestant on NBC's The Voice wowed the room with an a cappella rendition of "Ain't No Mountain High Enough."

City Could Make Deal Regarding Electrical Aggregation Program

The Chicago Heights City Council meets Monday, Jan. 7, with several items on the agenda.

Heights Unemployment Dropped Nearly 3 Percent in One Year

Despite a month-to-month increase, the number actually was down significantly from Nov. 2011.

2nd District Candidates to Debate at Rich Central High School

Before the debate, students will get to network with the candidates.

What's Wrong With the Heights and Homewood? Patch Talk

In today's Patch Talk, Chris and Ryan discuss your suggestions for how to improve Chicago Heights and Homewood. We also talk a little about the 2nd District special election.

Let the Filing Begin: 2nd District Candidates Look to Lead the Ballot

Five Democrats threw their name in the hat to replace former Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. this morning.

With a New Year Comes a New Water Bill

Now that it's officially 2013, Heights residents will see two significant changes to their next water bill.

Homewood Attorney to Vie for Jackson's Vacant Seat

Ernest Fenton last ran for office in 2009, in an attempt to become the mayor of Markham. Now he'll seek to replace former 2nd District Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr.

New Year, New Laws: Caylee's Law, Crackdown on Parents of Underage Drinkers Take Effect

From social media privacy in the workplace to a ban on shark fins (no, really) and stricter rules for firearms card applicants, more than 150 new laws will take effect in Illinois on New Year’s Day.

What Would You Improve in Chicago Heights in 2013?

If you could make a New Year's resolution for Chicago Heights, what would it be?

State Rep. DeLuca Nabs $100,000 for South Suburban Police

The funding comes in the form of a grant being included in next year's state budget.

Censured PSC Board Member Loses Over $1,200 in Reimbursements

A Patch investigation reveals that a controversial political maneuver cost Prairie State College Wendell Mosby over $1,200 in travel reimbursements.

Heights Eliminates Community Service Fee from Water Bill

The council approved the removal of the fee, hoping to offset water rate increases.

Update: Mayor Says Financial Documents Released from Library are Incorrect

Mayor David Gonzalez recently criticized the library for consistently requesting more tax money than it was using, but the institutions yearly report tells a different story.

Is the Heights Library Stockpiling Too Much Tax Money?

The library's million-dollar stockpile was a major point of contention at Monday night's 2012 tax levy public hearing.