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It seems counter-productive to inform state lawmakers that there are only eight days remaining in this year’s regular legislative session, and they should be spending every minute of it focusing on pension reform as time wanes.
“It’s an eyesore that keeps bringing back bad memories.”
Illinois politicians aren’t ready for redistricting reform.
The Northwest Herald Editorial Board offers this week’s thumbs up and thumbs down:
Over the next few weeks, thousands of local high school seniors will receive that coveted document that essentially says their childhood is over.
It’s not always easy to trust the intentions of state lawmakers.
Let the public see the audit.
On Friday, McHenry County was one of 11 Illinois counties to be declared a federal disaster area as a result of last month’s flooding along the Fox River.
You can buy her flowers. You can send her a card. You can buy her chocolate.
The Northwest Herald Editorial Board offers this week’s thumbs up and thumbs down:
As the spring legislative session nears its May 31 end, the state’s most-pressing issue is still unresolved.
Taxpayers should expect to receive some return in services for the taxes they pay to local, state and federal governments.
Being “green” is in.
A proposal to raise the speed limit by 5 mph in Illinois could put the state in the fast lane for a change.
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