Ryan Balancing Act On Peotone Airport Push
Editorials urge Governor George Ryan to press ahead with land purchase near Peotone for a third Chicago airport while balancing politics with Mayor Daley. They cite environmental delays, federal reviews, and a need for new runways as air travel grows, urging steady progress.
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Yorkville
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America
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Will County weighs gas tax to fund roads amid rising shortfall
Will County officials warn a growing gap between needed road funding and state motor fuel tax revenue could reach 80 million dollars. The Public Works Committee backs seeking approval to levy up to four cents a gallon, arguing the use tax would target drivers and ease underfunded infrastructure.
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Joliet
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Be a mensch not just a man in modern times
The piece surveys male role norms through quotes on being a mensch versus being a man. It cites Clinton era scandals and local incidents in Orland Hills and White Sox camp, contrasting aggressive behavior with humane restraint. It notes manager Jerry Manuel urging men to let character show fighting aggression.
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Palos Heights
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White Sox
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Jeff Abbott
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Manuel
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Remet
World Wrestling Federation
Park Forest letters urge Pat Kelly's village leadership
A pair of letters to the editor endorse F. Patrick Kelly for Park Forest president, praising his leadership on the Public Library Board and Village Board, noting debt reduction of four million after purchasing the shopping center and a developing downtown with housing and business growth. The second letter thanks primary supporters, cites a turnout drop from 1995 but vote gains, and urges continued campaign energy for the Renaissance Party and candidates ahead of April 13 election.
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Park Forest
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Oliver Alexander
Dave Zerante
Tal Boer
Jim Fares
Renaissance Party
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Parkident
Francisco Perez
Mark Cladis
Rita Starkey
Bertha Scott
Wanda Rodgers
Jim Dee
Park Board
Star Policy on Letters to the Editor
The Star states letters must be signed with the writer’s name and published. Writers should include a verifiable address and telephone number for verification, though this contact information will not be published or shared.
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