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Evanston residents gather at a community meeting to discuss proposed budget increases.

Residents question fee hikes at joint ward meeting on 2027 budget

A palpable sense of apprehension filled the air at the Levy Senior Center recently, as Evanston residents, both in person and joining virtually, gathered to confront the looming prospect of significant fee hikes. The atmosphere was charged with concern as financial analyst Brandon Kowalke stepped...

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Chicago mayoral race: Why some of the 15 candidates could be knocked off the ballot

As the race for Chicago mayor heats up, 15 candidates have stepped forward to challenge incumbent Brandon Johnson. But the crowded field may soon thin out as petition objections begin, raising the stakes in this high-stakes political contest. This crucial period of petition challenges could...

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Are you registered to vote? How Chicago area residents can check

As the anticipation builds for the upcoming Illinois general election, a sense of urgency fills the air across our communities. Residents are taking proactive steps to ensure their voices are heard, marking off voter registration from their to-do lists with a renewed sense of civic duty. This vital...

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What to do if poll workers say you aren't registered to vote

You may be able to update your registration or cast a provisional ballot.

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Letter: School board should make space for extensive community input

After attending the last two District 65 school board meetings, I find that one thing has become clear: Our primary crisis is not our structural deficit (although that must be addressed). It’s a crisis of confidence that the choices being proposed by the District 65 administration do not represent...

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