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Maria Karolak, Known for Kindness and Generosity, Passes Away at 92

By S. R. Geiger | Oct 15, 2025

Maria Karolak passed away on Oct. 13. Below is the obituary.

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Stanislawa Koscielak, 92, Remembered as Beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, and Great-Grandmother

By S. R. Geiger | Oct 15, 2025

Stanislawa Koscielak passed away on Oct. 13. Below is the obituary.

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Illinois Department of Children and Family Services Latino Advisory Council met Oct. 15

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 15, 2025

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services Latino Advisory Council met Wednesday, Oct. 15.

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Illinois State Board of Education met Oct. 15

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 15, 2025

Illinois State Board of Education met Wednesday, Oct. 15.

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Lt. Gov. candidate Mendoza on antisemitism: 'I am comforted' by Trump's fight against antisemitism

By Y. R. Duckworth | Oct 14, 2025

Carrie Mendoza, a candidate for lieutenant governor of Illinois, has expressed her support for President Trump's leadership.

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Gov. candidate Dabrowski: 'Columbus Day is a day to honor Italian-American heritage and to mark a triumph of assimilation'

By D. H. Parks | Oct 14, 2025

Ted Dabrowski, a candidate for governor of Illinois, has expressed his support for celebrating Columbus Day, emphasizing its significance in honoring Italian-American heritage and successful assimilation.

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JD Vance: Gov. Pritzker 'has violated his fundamental oath of office'

By A. U. Williams | Oct 14, 2025

JD Vance, Vice President of the United States, criticized Governor J.B. Pritzker for allegedly failing to fulfill his duties and potentially violating his oath as Illinois' chief executive.

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Illinois lawmakers return after Columbus Day with public transit funding on agenda

By S. R. Geiger | Oct 14, 2025

The Illinois General Assembly will reconvene in Springfield on October 14, following Columbus Day.

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2025: Measles cases in Illinois up as of week ending Sept. 27

By F. K. Mccarthy | Oct 14, 2025

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Illinois for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 10-49, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending Sept. 20.

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Illinois sees rise in tax collections during first quarter of FY26

By T. B. Watson | Oct 14, 2025

Illinois tax collections increased in the first quarter of fiscal year 2026, according to a report from the Commission on Government Forecasting and Accountability (CGFA).

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Illinois updates Motor Fuel Tax Law definitions and requirements for 2026

By I. O. Jordan | Oct 14, 2025

Beginning January 1, 2026, changes to the Illinois Motor Fuel Tax Law will take effect as a result of Public Act 104-0006.

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Maureen C. Harty, nee Bird, Remembered for Love and Dedication

By S. R. Geiger | Oct 14, 2025

Maureen C. Harty passed away on Oct. 12. Below is the obituary.

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Robert John Jirik Remembered for Love of Family, Humor, and Generosity

By S. R. Geiger | Oct 14, 2025

Robert J. Jirik passed away on Oct. 12. Below is the obituary.

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Three charged in Chicago with obstructing federal agents using vehicles

By T. B. Watson | Oct 14, 2025

Three people have been charged in federal court in Chicago for allegedly using their vehicles to obstruct the work of federal agents.

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Illinois State Board of Education Finance and Audit Committee of the Whole met Oct. 14

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 14, 2025

Illinois State Board of Education Finance and Audit Committee of the Whole met Tuesday, Oct. 14.

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Illinois State Board of Education Education Policy Planning Committee of the Whole met Oct. 14

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 14, 2025

Illinois State Board of Education Education Policy Planning Committee of the Whole met Tuesday, Oct. 14.

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Barbara M. Ryan, 70, Loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother, and Dedicated Teacher

By S. R. Geiger | Oct 13, 2025

Barbara M. Ryan passed away on Oct. 11. Below is the obituary.

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DeLores Margaret Molenstra, Beloved Wife and Matriarch, Remembered for Kindness and Devotion

By S. R. Geiger | Oct 13, 2025

DeLores Margaret Molenstra passed away on Oct. 11. Below is the obituary.

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Ronald J. Norway, Dedicated Public Servant and Loving Family Man, Passes Away at 86

By S. R. Geiger | Oct 13, 2025

Ronald J. Norway passed away on Oct. 11. Below is the obituary.

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Michael W. "Mike" Sauerwein Remembered as Beloved Husband, Father, and Grandpa

By S. R. Geiger | Oct 12, 2025

Michael W. Sauerwein passed away on Oct. 10. Below is the obituary.