Benton announced his resignation Friday after Illinois House Speaker Chris Welch called for it, citing an investigation by the legislative inspector general.
House speaker’s demand of fellow Democrat comes after months of silence over sexual harassment allegations.
The project conjured statewide questions about the role of neighboring communities in data center decisions.
Andrew Boutros, the U.S attorney for the Northern District of Illinois, said the massive review will include all pending grand jury proceedings in his district as well as other presentations by prosecutors going back almost 20 years.
Murders and shootings, which are typically the focal points for crime in Chicago, have fluctuated over the last few years, but so far they are down this year by 32% and 41%, respectively, compared to 2023, according to the most recent department crime statistics.
Chicago-style hot dogs are grilled over an open flame. The steamed buns almost always have poppy seeds. No ketchup is allowed.
“If you feel like you’re doing too much, then get in the truck with the air on, get some water, take breaks,” Patterson said.
June 14 break-in at Gabatoni’s.
New Department of Early Childhood launches full operations.
State lawmakers consider requiring campaigns to disclose AI-generated ads.
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