High costs and public outcry reportedly lead to the decision.
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Incumbent Democrat Robyn Gabel is running against Republican Eric Lieberman for the IL State Representative seat in the 18th district.
Republican Eric Lieberman is running against incumbent Democrat Robin Gabel for the IL State Representative seat in the 18th district.
Get to know the candidates for Congress who will be on the Nov. 6 ballot. Schakowsky, a Democrat and longtime incumbent, is being challenged by Republican Tim Wolfe.
Before the Wilmette Park District opts to bid on a lease of Wilmette Harbor, it will weigh the cost of the marina’s much-needed repairs.
The elderly person lived in the county's southern district, health officials said.
The Democratic National Convention is set for tonight in Charlotte, N.C. Among those speaking tonight include California's Barbara lee, Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel, former Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland and Massachusetts' Joe Kennedy, among others.
Wilmette trustees requested more noise-level data for the proposed carwash near Edens Plaza.
Jewel-Osco and Fresh Market were both fined for selling alcohol to minors.
Village hopes becoming a home-rule community could help finance a long-term infrastructure plan, which is projected to cost between $17 to $20 million over 10 years.
It's been a busy week for Winnetka native and Loyola Academy alum Conor Dwyer, who won a gold medal as part of the U.S. 800-meter freestyle relay team swimming with Michael Phelps, Ryan Lochte and Ricky Bernes in London.
Patrick M. Brennan, the former Highland Park deputy city manager, started working in the Village of Kenilworth on Aug. 21.
The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada honored the village for its budget work.
What will happen to Elmwood Beach? Wilmette's Municipal Services Committee will discuss plans for the beach at its next meeting in September.
Residents are invited to celebrate the Loyola Academy alum’s gold medal win at the 2012 London Olympics.
Rep. Daniel Biss will hold a dialogue, 'The Long Road to Pension Reform: What is ‘Cost Shift’ and Why Does It Matter?', at Skokie's Temple Beth Israel in Skokie at 7 p.m. Legislators return to Springfield Aug. 17 for a special pension reform session.
Wilmette Park District will host two public hearings to share possible long-range renovations at Gillson and Langdon parks and beaches.
The village board will vote Tuesday night on buying the property.
An update from the Village of Wilmette on snow clearing operations for Thursday and Friday.
Cars in refuge parking lots will have to pay meters starting at 6 a.m. Thursday, as sidewalk snow removal will be delayed.
Evanston vigil to honor seven Bahai's who've been imprisoned for more than two years.
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Village will consider objections to Master Plan and facilitate discussions in December.