Hastings unveils March to Mental Health initiative

Legislation would improve accessibility of mental health treatment

Hastings announces $400,000 for development of two local parks

"I’m thankful the Illinois Department of Natural Resources recognized communities in my district as being worthy of development funding."

Sen. Michael E. Hastings champions new minimum wage law

"Over the past decade, workers have not seen a change in the minimum wage, but they have seen an increase in the cost of living."

Sen. Hastings ensures veterans will receive veteran-specific care

“To give them the best possible care using veteran-specific practices, healthcare providers should be aware of their veteran status.”

Sen. Michael E. Hastings leads charge to solve issues in Illinois

“I look forward to working with the governor and my colleagues to make Illinois stronger and better tomorrow than it is today.”

Political Candidates In Chicago Heights Face Petition Challenges

Multiple candidates have requested the electoral board, which includes Mayor David Gonzalez, to recuse itself.

Mayoral, City Council Races Could Be Contested In Chicago Heights

Here's a list of Chicago Heights political candidates who have filed petitions in the 2019 election.

Chicago Heights Police, Mayor Gonzalez Deliver Thanksgiving Meals

For eight years, the police department and Gonzalez have partnered with Alicia’s House to help in-need families at Thanksgiving.

Voters Say 'Yes' To Marijuana Tax In Chicago Heights

Voters in Chicago Heights voted "yes" to all three referendums on the ballot.

Robin Kelly Projected Winner Of IL-02 Election

The Illinois 2nd Congressional District race has been called in favor of incumbent Robin Kelly.

IL-2 Congressional Election: Robin Kelly Faces David Merkle

Robin Kelly seeks re-election to her post in Illinois' Second Congressional District against challenger David Merkle.

Marijuana Tax Among 3 Referendums On Ballot In Chicago Heights

Voters will be asked if a marijuana tax should help fund public schools if the plant becomes legal for recreational purposes in Illinois.

Cook County Referendums: Vote Results Here

Voters weighed in on minimum wage, sick leave and gun control on Nov. 6 ballot.

New Polling Place For Some Chicago Heights Voters

There's been a polling place change for voters in one Bloom Township precinct.

Mayor's Accounting Firm Picks Up Another Local Contract

Prairie State College will pay Chicago Heights Mayor David Gonzalez' accounting firm an average of $75,000 a year for the next three years.

New Water Agreement Made Between Chicago Heights, Hammond

Several south suburbs will be able to purchase water from the city of Chicago Heights, which will get the Lake Michigan water from Hammond.

Bloom Democrats Give Thousands To Man Who Has 'No Plans' To Run

The "Friends of Frank Perez" political action committee exists, but the former alderman says he has "no current plans" to run for office.

Rail Crossing On 17th Street In Need Of 'Immediate' Improvements

State Rep. Anthony DeLuca wants safety improvements to be made at a dangerous rail crossing in Chicago Heights immediately.

Supporting Unity Party A Practice At Bloom Schools: Employees

Past and present employees at Bloom Township High School District 206 say some employees are pushed to buy Unity Party fundraiser tickets.

Mel Reynolds Sentenced For Not Filing Taxes

The former U.S. Congressman was credited two months for time served.

State Rep Says Mayor 'Acted Like A Bully' During Gambling Talks

State Rep. Marty Moylan called the Chicago Heights mayor "unprofessional" after the two discussed gambling expansion in Illinois.

Wilcox Withdraws Name From Michigan Job Search

Chicago Heights City Clerk Lori Wilcox won't be going anywhere after winning the Bloom Township Democratic Committeeman race.

Thaddeus Jones Wins Illinois State House District 29 Primary

Thaddeus Jones has defeated Corean Davis for the Democratic nomination.

Lori Wilcox Stuns Terry Matthews In Bloom Township Race

Chicago Heights City Clerk Lori Wilcox is the projected winner of the Bloom Township Democratic committeeman race.

3 Vie For Bloom Township Democratic Committeeman Post

An anti-machine challenger accuses the incumbent of having a third candidate placed on the ballot to take votes from him.

City Clerk A Finalist For Job In Michigan

Chicago Heights City Clerk Lori Wilcox, a candidate in this month's Bloom Township election, has interviewed for a clerk's job in Michigan.

Chicago Heights Ward Map Upheld In Court

A federal court found that the city of Chicago Heights did not use any discriminatory criteria in its most recent drawing of seven wards.

Mayor Gonzalez Cites Last Surviving WWI Vet on Veterans Day Event

Mayor urges Chicago Heights citizens to remember soldiers’ “tremendous sacrifices” made during the country’s various military wars.

Gonzalez Confirms $2.5 Million Construction Grant for Chicago Heights to Fight Flooding

1st phase of engineering and construction of the sewer system begins in the city’s west side neighborhoods.

DeLuca Helps Local Governments Keep More of Their Earned Sales Tax

Local taxpayers will benefit from legislation introduced by state Rep. Anthony DeLuca, D-Chicago Heights.

Gonzalez Pitches Chicago Heights’ Manufacturing Future to Bloom Students

City’s first Hispanic mayor says that manufacturing is the community’s “economic engine” for the foreseeable future.

Gonzalez Hails Illiana Financial, Hispanic Credit Advocate Group Partnership

Illiana demonstrated capacity to serve Hispanic community in Chicago Heights, which includes staffing with bilingual tellers, and more.

Gonzalez, Bloom Township Volunteers Join Greater Chicago Food Depository Hunger Walk

Bloom township team proceeds from hunger walk benefited township's food pantry.

Alicia’s House Honors Chicago Heights Mayor David Gonzalez

Food pantry honors Gonzalez with the group’s George H. Gunderson Jr. Memorial Award on September 9 for mayor's "devotion."

Gonzalez Previews Chicago Heights 6th Annual Sister Cities Festival on Sept. 9, 10

Kick-off of the two-day event, which will be held at Bloom High School, begins on Friday, September 8, when carnival opens at 5:00 p.m.

Gonzalez Honors Chicago Heights Police Detective Promotion to Sergeant

Detective Stephan Bakowski was promoted to the rank of Sergeant at the August 7th city council meeting.

3 Bloom Township Seniors Win $50 Grocery Certificates at Gonzalez Raffle

Bloom Township has organized the annual senior picnic for over 20 years.

Back to School: 16 Chicago Heights Students Win Gift Cards at Gonzalez School Raffle

163 raffle entries submitted during the Chicago Heights Park District’s August 6 back-to-school community event.

Gonzalez Cites “Commitment” of Newly Promoted Chicago Heights Fire Fighters

City Hall swearing-in ceremony held to recognize new officers.

Gonzalez Hails National Financial Accounting Honor Awarded to Chicago Heights

Award is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and financial reporting.