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Gov. Rauner signs Bill amending the Open Meetings Act

SPRINGFIELD, IL. (ECWd) – Governor Rauner signed HB 5683, which amends the Open Meetings Act to allow anyone to file a lawsuit for violations of the Open Meetings Act within 60 days of the Attorney General deciding to resolve an alleged violation thru a means other than the issuance of …

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How to Avoid Getting Mugged #WickerParkSafety

1. Always be alert and aware of your surroundings. Yes, it can happen to you!  When you are walking down the street be sure to look ahead and behind you. Take notice of any groups or individuals that look like they might be capable of aggressive behavior, (e.g. men in …

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Illinois Law Prohibits Warrantless Stingray Spying

Signed by the Governor: Illinois Law Prohibits Warrantless Stingray Spying; Hinders Federal Surveillance Program SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (July 25, 2016) – Last week, Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner signed a bill banning the use of “stingrays” to track the location of phones and sweep up electronic communications without a warrant in most …

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Chicago’s deep tunnel system

Part of Chicago’s deep tunnel system, 350 feet underground. The megaproject is one of the largest civil engineering projects ever undertaken in terms of scope, cost and timeframe.

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Make Money Lending Your Stuff on bub

www.bubit.com (where you can learn more) download iOS app: https://itunes.apple.com/in/app/bub-the-borrowing-hub/id1077977009?mt=8 download Android app: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.sears.ecom.bub Chicago Only: Make Money Lending Your Stuff This week marks the first public release of bub in Chicago – the borrowing hub – a user driven app and community for lending and borrowing stuff. Have things gathering dust in …

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