Fritz Kaegi has gotten used to pushback from commercial property owners since he first became Cook County assessor in 2018.

A Beverly native with family ties to public service recently announced he is running for Cook County assessor.

That means a Democratic family drama has been averted, at least for now. A battle looms among Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton, U.S.

In a blow to Democratic Gov. JB Pritzker and a reflection of divided allegiances, the Cook County Democratic Party failed Friday to endorse Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton for retiring U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin ...

The Cook County Democratic Party Central Committee met for day two of slating and opted for an open primary in the race for U ...

The Democratic Party’s endorsement carries less heft than in decades past, but still gives lesser-known candidates a leg up ...

Some fun facts about your Evanston Public Library: ...

Former Chicago Ald. Howard Brookins (21st) was a late entry Thursday in the field of candidates seeking the Cook County ...

Join University of Illinois Extension Educator Michele Crawford for Meditation Mornings. This free virtual series consists of fifteen-minute guided meditation sessions held every Monday, Wednesday, ...

Join University of Illinois Extension Educator Michele Crawford for Meditation Mornings. This free virtual series consists of fifteen-minute guided meditation sessions held every Monday, Wednesday, ...