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Dec 04 2025ENVIRONMENT

Grass vs Plastic: A Big Decision for Ogren Park

The city council is in a tough spot. They need to decide if Ogren Park should keep its natural grass or switch to artificial turf. This isn't just about looks. It's about money, upkeep, and how it affects the environment. Natural grass has its perks. It feels nice underfoot and looks pretty. But it

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Dec 04 2025WEATHER

Portage City Council Talks Snow and Cars

A recent snowstorm left its mark on Portage, causing more than just slippery roads. The city got 9 inches of snow, which meant a lot of work for the snowplows. They had to drive 2, 800 miles to clear the streets. One big problem was cars parked on the streets. The city has a rule: when 2 or more in

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Dec 04 2025POLITICS

A Candidate's Bold Plan for MacArthur Park

Raul Claros, a candidate for the Los Angeles City Council, has a unique plan. If he wins, he will live and work from a trailer near MacArthur Park. This is not just a random idea. It is a way to highlight the serious problems in the area. The park and its surroundings are facing many issues. These

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Nov 16 2025POLITICS

Danville's Voting Spot: A Big Change on the Horizon

Danville is thinking about moving its polling station. This is a big deal because it affects how people vote. The city council will decide soon. But why the change? Some say it's for better access. Others worry about the impact. Voting is a big part of democracy. It's how people have a say in their

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Nov 15 2025SPORTS

Wheaton College's Big Plans: What's Happening With the Sports Complex?

Wheaton College is making some big changes to their sports complex. They want to add a new building, but to do that, they need to take away a student parking lot. That's right, 96 parking spaces are going away. Some people in the area are worried about where students will park instead. They think Ho

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Nov 15 2025BUSINESS

Atlantic City's Green Rush: Too Much of a Good Thing?

Atlantic City's cannabis market is facing a tough time. The city's relaxed approach to approving new weed businesses has led to an oversupply. Now, many stores are struggling to make ends meet. The city council recently decided to limit the number of cannabis stores. This move came after officials

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Nov 13 2025POLITICS

Cypress Talks Big Changes to Election Money Rules

Cypress is looking at some big changes to how money flows in local elections. The city council recently talked about lowering the maximum donation a candidate can get, from $5, 900 to $500. This idea came from Mayor David Burke, who thinks too much special interest money is influencing elections and

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Oct 31 2025POLITICS

Gary's Water Woes: Residents and Businesses Brace for Fee Hikes

Gary's city council recently discussed plans to raise wastewater and stormwater fees, sparking concerns among residents and business owners. The proposed changes aim to address long-overdue upgrades to the city's aging infrastructure, but not everyone is on board. The council delayed voting on the

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Oct 31 2025POLITICS

Confusing Words: City Council Struggles with Basic Terms

The City Council is making headlines, but not for the right reasons. They are trying to pass laws about pregnancy and health after birth. But they are having a hard time with their words. They don't want to say “woman. ” Instead, they use “birthing person” or “pregnant people. ” It sounds odd and co

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Oct 26 2025BUSINESS

Louisville's City Council: A Busy Night of Decisions

Louisville's City Council had a packed meeting last week, tackling everything from airport upgrades to tech refreshes. The night kicked off with a quick check-in on old business, specifically those blighted properties that have been a thorn in the city's side. Progress is slow, but it's happening.

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