Will County Board debates salary raises for elected officials, discussing potential increases for countywide positions while being cautious about raising their own pay rates, which have been stagnant since 2009.

The article discusses the ongoing debate and impending City Council vote in Chicago on the future of the ShotSpotter gunshot detection system and its effectiveness in law enforcement.

The Illinois Department of Public Health has merged its West Chicago and Bellwood Regional Offices into a new location in Westchester to optimize services.

Illinois DMV offices are opening on Saturdays for teens to get their licenses, as part of a summer initiative led by Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias.

The Illinois Department of Revenue set a 2023 property tax equalization factor of 3.0163 for Cook County, ensuring assessments align with state standards but not directly affecting tax bills.

Illinois Democratic lawmakers debate tax hikes and insurance reforms in the last days of the legislative session, with budget and electoral process changes causing contention.

Chicago is set to preserve a memorial for 16 marines, with efforts led by the Mayor's Advisory Council on Veteran Affairs and others, highlighting the city's commitment to maintaining military monuments.

The Cook County Board approved funding for infrastructure projects across 22 communities, utilizing $30.5 million from federal funds to upgrade water systems and buildings.

Sheriff Tom Dart reports that many individuals in Cook County with revoked FOID cards have not surrendered their firearms, with the non-compliance issue extending throughout Illinois. Dart calls for legislative action to address the problem.

Chicago Teachers Union and CPS leaders demand increased state funding for schools, citing a $1 billion funding deficit, while lawmakers grapple with budget constraints.

Chicago Mayor Johnson celebrates a year in office, noting economic growth, safety improvements, and investment in communities, despite some challenges and ongoing work needed.

Illinois lowers flags to half-staff to honor fallen peace officers on Peace Officers Memorial Day, reflecting a national tribute to law enforcement sacrifices.

Attorney General Kwame Raoul praises the Illinois House's passage of a bill bolstering worker protections against retaliation, aiming to expand the Whistleblower Act and provide safeguards for reporting workplace violations.