Several homeowners waiting for Cook County to return thousands in overpaid property taxes
It is money homeowners are owed but never received.
Cook County property tax bills are due—but no one’s received them
The second installment of Cook County property taxes is technically due Aug. 1, but residents haven't received their bills due to years-long delays with a troubled technology upgrade involving Tyler Technologies.
14-year-old suburban Chicago boy drowns at summer camp in Wisconsin
Langston Britton, 14, was grounded in his faith. His death proves even smaller bodies of water can be dangerous.
Woman vanished in 1967 after moving, IL officials say. Now her body is identified
Human remains found by a worker in brush along the side of a road nearly six decades ago now have been identified as a missing woman, Illinois officials said. “ Martha Bassett’s identity , lost to history for more than half a century, has been restored, allowing her family and community to honor her memory and...
Bolingbrook Man Faces 10 Felony Drug, Weapons and Theft Charges
In the early morning hours of Friday, July 25, 2025, at approximately 1:45 a.m., Will County Sheriff’s deputies were conducting routine patrols in the 1000 block of Raynor Avenue in Joliet Township when they observed a 2017 Chevy Silverado parked in an alley. The vehicle was quickly identified as having been reported...
Illinois Braces for Dangerous Heat and Thunderstorms This Tuesday Afternoon
On Tuesday, July 29th, deadly heat and strong storms will combine across the Chicago metro, bringing extreme humidity and the possibility of flash floods just in time for the afternoon commute. The Romeoville National Weather Service predicts that Tuesday after 2:00 p.m., there will be sporadic thunderstorms with the...
Orland Park school’s hiring of assistant principal under scrutiny from parents
ORLAND PARK, Ill. - A recent hire at an Orland Park school is sparking outrage among parents. With school set to start in just a few weeks, a new assistant principal has found himself at the center of controversy. What we know:. At least 200 community members packed a special...
Heavy rain floods streets, buildings and homes in Elmhurst
Storms brought gusty winds, lightning and heavy rain to parts of the Chicago area on Sunday afternoon.
Oak Brook police drone up and flying, and helping police fight crime
The Oak Brook police drone serves as an eye in the sky before police can get to a scene, and has already helped police crack down on crimes.
A Chicago teen’s perspective on the lack of welcome downtown
On July 19, My Block, My Hood, My City hosted its annual Downtown Day. The event brings teens downtown to experience some of what Chicago has to offer. While groups like MBMHMC work to forge connections between teens and their community, proposals like the failed “snap curfew” ordinance can make some young people...
