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LTHS looks for scheduling alternatives

By Michelle Mullins FOR THE HERALD-NEWS — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 04:00 CST

Staggered shifts at Lockport Township High School are likely to continue for another year, but the school board wants to explore other scheduling options for the 2011-12 school year.

Tax levy seminar Nov. 30

From Submitted Reports — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 04:00 CST

LEMONT -- In an effort to educate residents concerning the tax levy process, Lemont's taxing bodies will host a joint informational workshop at 7 p.m. Nov. 30 at Lemont's Village Hall, 418 Main St.

Residents speak out on LTHS referendum

By KAREN SORENSEN For The Herald-News — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:01 CST

If the Lockport Township High School Board hopes to ever pass a new high school tax referendum, three things must be done to resolve public concerns, residents told a summit of elected officials Thursday night.

Romeoville barriers hope to stop carp

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:01 CST

One of the biggest fish of all may be getting away. DNA evidence says the dreaded Asian carp may have slipped through the $9 million dollar electronic barrier system designed to hook the invasive fish before they infiltrate Lake Michigan.

Quinn: New taxes needed to fix budget

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:01 CST

Gov. Pat Quinn said Thursday that a tax increase he proposed earlier in the year would be the best way to help the Fox Valley's social services, some of whom have not received any state money in five months.

Two investigators involved in escape are fired

Sun-Times Media — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:01 CST

Two Cook County state's attorney's investigators have been fired after a prisoner escaped from their custody � discipline that one of their attorneys is calling "an overreaction."

Will County OKs balanced budget

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:01 CST

The Will County Board unanimously approved a 2010 budget Thursday. The county board had to grapple with huge projected deficits early in the budgeting process. But the final document is balanced.

Candidates challenged

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:01 CST

An election board next month will hear objections to nominating petitions of three local judicial candidates. The candidates, running in the Feb. 2 primary next year, are seeking judge positions in the 12th Judicial Circuit, covering Will County.

State urges area towns to toughen alcohol standard

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:01 CST

The state liquor commission wants cities to follow the example of Yorkville, Geneva and Naperville and require training for anyone serving, distributing or otherwise selling alcohol.

Crest Hill mayor admits 'mistake'

By ERIN BIESEN For Sun-Times Media — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:01 CST

The city council meeting began with Crest Hill Mayor Ray Soliman stating his apology to the city for his use of the mayor's petty cash. "I made a mistake and I sincerely apologize for any embarrassment I brought to the city," Soliman said.