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The library responded to a push by an area mother for policy changes, including setting an explicit anti-pornography policy.
An area mother's written statement about her experience at the library and policy changes she wants to see happen.
An area mother wants to see a ban on porn in the library. Library officials say they'd prefer to uphold the First Amendment.
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But there's concern the governor could disrupt the lobbying as he heads toward another re-election campaign.
Read our live blog replay from Monday night's 2014 budget planning meeting.
Lawmakers return for November veto session at a cost of $43,000 a day. Nothing likely to get done then either.
Mayor Brian Reaves was awarded the seat Oct. 17 after a scandal-plagued summer.
Orland Park trustees are considering opening up the village code to allow electronic message boards on signs, but with several rules businesses and organizations will have to follow.
Orland Park is considering loosening up on electronic message boards in the village, but with distinct restrictions.
Why are Democrats so afraid of Bruce Rauner?
Changes can still be made to the budget, and trustees are expected to vote on the final budget at the November meeting.
The Orland Fire Protection District administration attributed the proposed increase over 2013 to higher overtime costs while new hires are trained, incentives for early retirees and higher insurance premiums.
State Sen. Bill Cunningham, State Rep. Kelly Burke and Oak Lawn Mayor Sandra Bury describe the need for pension reform and why it matters to you and me.
No Fishing (Yet!): Forest Preserve is restocking fishing spots in preparation for rainbow trout season.
County Board President Toni Preckwinkle wants to stop that sweet perk.
More than 90 percent of homeowners in the U.S. will see higher heating expenses this year.
Applications not taken until January now. And it will be six months before you can carry a concealed weapon.
Read our live blog replay of Monday night's Orland Park Village Board meeting, and weigh in on the discussion.
Orland School District 135 8th graders will still be heading to the U.S. Capitol on Oct. 11, and the travel services company will be in touch with parents on how the itinerary might change, according to the district.
Will County Board Member Margo McDermed has thrown her hat in the ring for the House GOP, Sun-Times Media reported.
Mike and Marie Lynch made the historic D.C. trip with Honor Flight Chicago Wednesday.
Secret Service officers gave chase after woman tried to ram barricades.
Illinois State Rep. Renee Kosel, (R-New Lenox), announced Oct. 2 that she will not run for re-election.
Illinois State Representative Renee Kosel will continue her current term for the 37th district, but she will not be running for re-election.
National parks and the IRS are closed indefinitely, but federal courts, air traffic control towers and the U.S. Postal Service will remain open.
The first federal government shutdown in 17 years will not impact the National Weather Service website, which is administered through the NOAA.
Less popular than lice and cockroaches, says new Public Policy Poll. Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin blames Speaker John Boehner.
New radiology and ultrasound also announced by Cook County.
Convicted tax cheat William Beavers also must pay $10,000 fine and restitution.
Final explosion will prepare 7.9-billion-gallon reservoir for Southland's flood control efforts.
Don't just yell, says Reboot Illinois. Sound Off via a new citizen engagement tool that will make it easier than ever to share your views on our state's problems.
Bill Daley has dropped out of the Illinois governor's race.
Join us for real time updates starting at 6 p.m. Monday from the Orland Park Village Board meeting.
Mayor Dan McLaughlin’s recommendation to assume Brad O’Halloran’s former Orland Park Village Board seat said he wants to keep the village at a top spot.
Dan Calandriello, 28, is Mayor Dan McLaughlin’s recommendation to fill the open Orland Park Village Board seat after Brad O’Halloran resigned in August.
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Most also believe Syrian government will not be weakened by a U.S. airstrike.