Orland Park Mayor Dan McLaughlin will soon be choosing a candidate to fill the seat left vacant by Brad O’Halloran.
Thousands of them, in fact. The mayor sees an economic opportunity in drawing Chicago-area same-sex couples to his state to wed.
Rep. Dan Lipinski said he is in favor of the United States taking action in Syria, but there must be limitations.
Join us starting at 6 p.m. Tuesday night for real time updates from the Orland Park Village Board meeting and committee meeting.
The Illinois Tollway has released a list of its "Super Scofflaws," those who owe more than $1,000 in tolls and among them are businesses in Orland Park, Orland Hills, Frankfort, Oak Lawn and Chicago Heights.
Four Cook County commissioners want the resignation of the remaining three Metra board members.
The new Illinois law takes effect Jan. 1, 2014.
Gov. Pat Quinn complimented Orland Park and Mayor McLaughlin for leading the way in statewide conservation efforts.
Veterans who own businesses will now get more opportunity to do business with the state.
Orland Park Police Chief Tim McCarthy shed light on interactions with former Metra board chair and Orland Park trustee Brad O’Halloran regarding a “blue-ribbon advisory panel” he was asked to lead.
Illinois State Senator Bill Cunningham said the General Assembly hasn’t produced a solid pension solution, but Governor Pat Quinn halting salaries could set a precedent where future disagreements in Springfield are met with similar actions.
Five to six people have either contacted Orland Park Mayor Dan McLaughlin, or have been recommended, to fill Brad O’Halloran’s seat after he resigned last week.
The Metra board chairman facing intensifying scrutiny tendered resignations from both boards by sending letters Thursday afternoon.
The Illinois State Legislature has taken some big votes this year, and freshman member Rep. Fran Hurley (35th) recognizes the significance of those decisions.
The Metra board chairman was required to stop collecting his Orland Park trustee compensation when he joined the transit board, but received funds from the village for about 16 months.
President Obama talked on his plan to boost the middle class, and the economy right along with it, during a speech on Wednesday at Knox College.
Local small businesses may also qualify for low-interest loans. The deadline is July 24.
Unless the Orland Fire Protection District can reach a contract agreement with firefighters by Friday, the next step is arbitration.
Alex Clifford spoke publicly for the first time about his departure, and made several accusations of wrongdoing, especially by Metra board members Brad O’Halloran and Larry Huggins. Read our live blog replay of the meeting.
A recent blog post from Reboot Illinois explains why you should be paying close attention to the scandal surrounding Metra and House Speaker Mike Madigan.
Read our live blog replay of Monday night's Orland Park village board meeting.
Illinois became the last state to legalize the private, licensed carry of concealed firearms on Tuesday, with the General Assembly overriding Gov. Pat Quinn's veto before a court-ordered deadline.
Metra board chairman Brad O’Halloran said former Metra CEO Alex Clifford only accused Metra board members of applying political pressure for decisions after learning his contract might not be renewed, during Wednesday’s RTA meeting.
Metra board chairman Brad O'Halloran will speak before the Regional Transportation Authority board on what led to former Metra CEO Alex Clifford's settlement and severance package.
Metra Board Chairman Brad O’Halloran said costs for the severance package and settlement with former CEO Alex Clifford will not be passed on to passengers.
Join us at 6 p.m. for a live updates from tonight's Orland Park Village Board meeting.
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle said progress has been made in the county’s efforts to fix their pension issues, but the work could be shrouded by the state’s inability to solve statewide pension problems.
Orland Park village trustees heard the latest in ongoing water service negotiations with Oak Lawn during Monday night's board meeting. Read our live blog transcript from the meeting.
The Orland Park Village Board meets Monday night, starting with committee meetings at 6 p.m. Join our live blog then and weigh in on the conversation.
Homes and businesses affected by last month's flooding and winds may qualify for assistance through the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
State legislators, union reps, administrators and others will be on hand to answer your questions about the Illinois state pension situation Monday afternoon in Orland Park.
The Illinois House Thursday approved a controversial plan to eliminate the state's $100 billion pension debt.
Martin McGill and Glenn Michalek noted disagreements with fellow board members over the last two years, but also acknowledged the board’s ability to come together.
The current president of Orland School District 135’s Board of Education resigned from the board Thursday effective immediately, and three board members have called a special meeting for Tuesday.
Public dumpsters will be available at the Orland Park Public Works facility Thursday through Saturday.
Flaherty and Collins says interest in the new Orland Park luxury apartment complex is exceeding expectations, the rent rates are slightly higher than expected at opening and it is scheduled to open to tenants later this week.
The urban training exercises are set for the nights of April 23-24 on the grounds of the closed mental health center. Village officials want to make sure residents know what's going on and aren't alarmed.
The state Senate will now review a bill that would legalize medical marijuana for qualified patients in Illinois.