Plan to create O'Hare Peotone airport authority sparks debate
The proposal would form an eight member authority with Chicago and state appointees to govern O'Hare Midway and Meigs while developing the Peotone site to 175000 annual operations. It would grant wide powers from eminent domain to runway decisions and require state and city funding.
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Peotone
DeAngelis
Chicago
Fed
Midway
Meigs
General Assembly
Baxter leads water system study for Richton Park expansion
Richton Park officials select Baxter to analyze water system needs for two decades ahead. Darrel R. Gayle notes study will map a new supply well site and treatment plant, assess distribution and capacity west of I 57, and verify standards. Also approved copier purchase, two police vehicles at 18 581 each, and gambling license revenue sharing with Calumet City and Rosemont.
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Baxter
Richton Park
Mike Conley
Eevee Oapewe
Darrel R. Gayle
Haestead
Richard Labus
General Motors
Calumet City
Rosemont
Village considers gaming pact to share casino taxes
Council members debated two ordinances tied to land based gaming in Calumet City and a riverboat casino in Rosemont. Proponents outlined a 25 year revenue sharing plan, with initial host city tax on top, then shared proceeds and a mixed per capita split. Richton Park could gain an estimated 129 706 to 259 413 in annual revenue based on population, while others warned of potential control over Richton Park’s finances. A separate resolution backed unfunded mandates constitutional amendment.
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Brown
Rosemont
Calumet City
Richton Park
Peter Coblentz
Banovich
Wilkins
David Niemeyer
Niemeyer
Cardona Lays Out Politics Path In 80th District Run
In a phone interview Cardona says she lacks classic political experience but has long ties to government and served as Cook County Housing Authority commissioner. She would run only with Democratic endorsement and is among three top contenders, with no final decision yet depending on party support. About 15 candidates were interviewed.
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Cardona
Park Forest
Cook County Housing Authority Board
Michigan
Democratic Party
Terry Matthews
Bloom Township
Democratic
Matthews
Shell
Conlon
Matteson master plan cited for residential area development
Fleming explained the 1967 Matteson master plan called for residential development in the area and opposed a used car lot as an alien entity. He noted no current development plans exist, the county board respects municipal sovereignty, and the objection highlights the municipality's position.
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Matteson
Fleming
Unincorporated Land May Join Municipal Boundaries
The area currently without municipal incorporation is expected to be folded into nearby city borders, heightening the relevance of county positions on regional issues as boundary plans progress.
Ford Heights police face call for apology over fatal case
Ford Heights officers defend their actions in a night case that left Will and Cecil McCool at the center of a murder inquiry. Cecil McCool admitted he lied about the events, while Will’s family plans a lawsuit. Lt Haynie and Officer Jones described the stop on 16th Street and the ensuing efforts to verify a warrant as Will waited for a tow, later reported to be linked to a fatal burning on Berkeley Avenue. State Senator DeAngelis urged a grand jury probe into the murder and police conduct.
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Cecil McCool
Richard
Will
Sone
McCool
Vincent Hunter
Ford Heights
EK. Haynie
Haynie
Keith Jones
17Th Street
16Th Street
Cook County
Hayme
Route 30
Cottage Grove
Drexel
Drexel and
Berkeley Avenue
Ellis Avenue
Aldo DeAngelis
Olympia Fields
DeAngelis
William Braverman
Wills
Braverman
Song of the Week at SP Store Continues Friday
Local listings show SP Store 538 Ota or P's Bo 87 hosting a song feature titled Song Von Pra with guest performances. The event highlights promotional tunes and a recurring musical segment in the community listings.
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Pa Fert
SP Store
Omer
Oman
Technology Redefines The Tune-Up In Modern Cars
An article notes electronic timing and fuel injection have largely replaced traditional tune ups since 1988. Cars now rely on multiple on board computers for safety efficiency and emissions. Sparks Computerized Car Care in Richton Park offers diagnostic services with contact details.
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Richton Park
Nancy
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