Cook County Government: President Preckwinkle Endorses Clean Energy Jobs Act For Advancing Equity And Mitigating Climate Change

President Preckwinkle was joined by Illinois Rep. Delia Ramirez, Cook County Commissioner Bridget Degnen (Vice-Chair of the Environment ...

Cook County Government: Forest Preserves Police Affirms Commitment To Ten Shared Principles

President Preckwinkle was joined by Commissioner Scott Britton, Commissioner Donna Miller, Forest Preserves of Cook County General Super ...

Chicago Heights Voter Guide: 2021 Consolidated Elections

Everything you need to know about voting in the 2021 Consolidated Elections in Chicago Heights.

Meet Thomas 'Tj' Somer, Running For Bloom Township Supervisor

Early voting is now open in Cook County. The election is April 6.

Cook County Government: President Preckwinkle Releases 2020 Impact Report To Highlight $77M CARES Funding Outcomes For Resident And S ...

to share outcomes and findings related to programs for residents impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Thanks to funding provided by the CA ...

25-Year Veteran of Chicago Heights Police Department Passes Away

Officer Hibbs committed his professional life to Chicago Heights and protecting its citizens and inspiring others to serve the community.

Cook County Government: President Preckwinkle Launches New System To Streamline Public Records Requests

The new FOIA system uses GovQA software to allow requestors to track their public records requests online.

Cook County Government: President Preckwinkle Launches New System To Streamline Public Records Requests Cook County

. The new FOIA system uses GovQA software to allow requestors to track their public records requests online. The new system helps standa ...

Meet Dr. Octavia Altheimer, Running For Bloom Township Supervisor

Altheimer said she is the only candidate running that does not live in Chicago Heights. The election is April 6.

Lori Wilcox Officially Announces Run: Bloom Township Supervisor

She is running with a slate of Democratic candidates, and if elected, she'd be the first woman and African American elected as Supervisor.

Rep. DeLuca HB 3653: Pritzker Shows 'Stunning Lack Of Leadership'

"I expressed to Governor Pritzker in the strongest terms serious concerns existed especially related to 'use of force.'"

Hastings Joins Rockford Mayor: Clean Energy Infrastructure Trip

Investing in clean energy and preserving good-paying jobs among top priorities for legislative session

Hastings calls for simplified vaccine redistribution

Process would involve implementing a comprehensive database to support county health departments

Hastings: South Suburban Vaccination Site Signals Progress

Nearly 9,000 doses to be administered per week, capacity will double as supply increases

Rep Anthony DeLuca Dodges Police Bill: 'Needed More Deliberation'

The 80th District Representative said reform is needed, but he believes the bill was rushed and needed "more deliberation and negotiation."

Chicago Heights Officials Say Questionable Spending Goes Beyond Library

The library director also served as an elected parks commissioner. And guess who is now cleaning the parks building — her husband's company.

Bloom Township Candidates: See Who Is Running

There are no unopposed races in this election. See who is running for various positions within the Township this April.

Bloom Township Holiday Food Basket Distribution Jumps 50% in 2020

The holiday meal baskets included fresh turkeys, hams, eggs, potatoes, bread, and multiple side dishes.

City: New Water Billing Payment Options Now Available

Information is available on the Chicago Heights website.

How Chicago Heights Voted In The 2020 Presidential Election

Did Trump get more support in Chicago Heights in 2020 than 2016? See the vote totals here, precinct by precinct.

How Is Voting Going In Chicago Heights: Tell Us

If you're heading to the polls or have already voted today, we want to hear from you.

Voting In Chicago Heights: Everything You Need To Know

Everything you need to know about voting in Chicago Heights on Election Day.

National Vote Early Day: What To Know In Chicago Heights

Over 40 million Americans have already voted in the 2020 general election. Here’s how to join them on national Vote Early Day.

Voters Are Heading To Prairie State College Early

Some voting wait times exceed an hour in suburban Cook County.

Tell Patch If You See Election Shenanigans In Chicago Heights

ProPublica’s Electionland tip lines are open to take information about problems that prevent people in Chicago Heights from voting.

Chicago Heights Voter Guide 2020

Everything you need to know about voting in the Nov. 3 election, including early/mail-in voting, grace-period registration, judges and more.

Candidate Clayton Cleveland: 'Vote For Someone You Agree With'

Cleveland is a Libertarian running for the Illinois House of Representatives in the 80th District.

State Announces Creation Of Enterprise Zone In Chicago Heights

This development will be put in place to help encourage job growth in the area.

Chicago Heights Receives $477,900 Euclid Ave. Improvement Grant

Money for Euclid Avenue repairs are part of Cook County’s 2020 Invest in Cook Program.

Early Voting And Ballot Drop-Off Locations In Chicago Heights

Here's where you can drop off your mail-in voting ballot or cast your vote early.

$10,000 Business Recovery Grants Available in Chicago Heights

Businesses with 20 employees or fewer who have suffered a 20% revenue reduction during any month between March and August 2020 are eligible.

Hastings appreciates urgent action on behalf of business owners

Will County receives priority in second round of Business Interruption Grant awards

League of Women Voters Park Forest Talk Mail-In Ballot Questions

League of Women Voters Park Forest Area met over zoom for a discussion on how mail-in ballots work and to answer questions about them.

Joyce Invites Residents To License Renewal Event

A renewal event for resident's drivers licenses and to purchase vehicle stickers without visiting a facility will take place this month.

Chicago Heights-Homewood Water Deal Opens Spigot to Other Towns

Homewood to start taking delivery of Chicago Heights water on or around December 31, 2022.

Hastings unveils coal-to-solar plan at Energy Summit in Canton

Proposal would transform the renewable resource landscape in Illinois

Chicago Heights Women's Center Granted $2.9M In State Funds

The state has allocated nearly $6 million in funds for projects and improvements around Chicago Heights.

Hastings touts vote by mail expansion

Election Day 2020 named a holiday under this legislation

Sauk Village Trustees Poised To Hire Village Administrator

Sauk Village news blog claims trustees will hire politically connected consultant Jerry Hurckes as village administrator.

GOP Women Reps Call on Governor to Convene Legislature

Pritzker Shouldn't Continue Excluding General Assembly During COVID-19 Crisis