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the-watchdogs
  • by david hall
On Kennedy Expressway, Illinois Tollway, no speed cameras are watching despite what signs say

The toll system hasn’t had cameras for years, despite warnings to drivers about photo-enforced speed limits in work zones. Such signs are on the Kennedy, too, though it hasn't had any speed cameras since its current construction project began last year.

news
  • by david hall
Judge allows newly discovered will, for now, in battle over Gage Park recluse's $11 million fortune

Cook County Judge Daniel O. Tiernan approved a recently uncovered will that would redirect payouts from Joseph Stancak's 119 distant relatives to an inactive New York daycare company.

education
  • by david hall
Chicago Public Schools lays off nearly 600 support staff members

About half of the layoffs affected teacher aides. CPS Officials said only about 5% of all teacher aides lost their positions and that most will find jobs in other schools.

city-hall
  • by david hall
Paltry number of 'hate incidents' deemed 'bona fide' cries out for public education, City Council members says

Out of 114 "hate incidents" reported from Jan. 1 through June 13, only 17 were deemed “bona fide,” 83 were “unfounded” and 14 were listed as “undetermined.” Ald. Debra Silverstein, who pushed to create the new category, said the low numbers show more public education is needed.