Mayor John Noak has been reappointed to the National League of Cities’ Transportation and Infrastructure Services Federal Advocacy Committee, University Communities Council, and Council on Youth, Education, and Families, where he will play a key role in encouraging collaboration and developing resources and programs beneficial to communities across the country.
Mayor Noak reappointed to three National League of Cities Committees for 2026
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POWER Act: Lawmakers seek to regulate new data centers’ power and water usage
The POWER Act has been introduced in Illinois to regulate data centers, requiring them to pay for their own energy costs, invest in renewable generation, report water usage, and establish community benefits agreements.
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New Illinois Legislation Aims to Regulate AI and Enhance Data Privacy
Illinois State Senator Rachel Ventura has introduced a comprehensive package of legislation to protect residents from unchecked AI, improve data privacy, increase online safety, and hold AI developers and data center operators accountable for real-world harms.
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IN MEMORIAM: Eternal Salute to The Reverend Dr. Jesse L. Jackson, Sr.
The Reverend Dr. Jesse L. Jackson, Sr. was an iconic leader of the Civil Rights Movement, and his legacy of fighting for freedom, justice, and equality continues to inspire generations of activists today.
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7 Brew Coffee Coming to Romeoville
7 Brew Coffee is opening a new location in Romeoville, offering a variety of drinks including coffees, sodas, lemonades, shakes, smoothies, energy drinks, teas, chais, and matchas.
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STATEMENT ON THE PASSING OF REVEREND JESSE LOUIS JACKSON SR.
The Rainbow PUSH Coalition – Joliet Chapter mourns the passing of Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson Sr., a two-time presidential candidate and civil rights leader, who dedicated his life to justice, equality, and opportunity for all.
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Stuffed Bell Pepper Casserole: A Quick and Easy Family Dinner Recipe
This Stuffed Bell Pepper Casserole recipe is a quick and easy way to make a delicious and wholesome family dinner that everyone will enjoy.
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Even though marijuana is legal in Illinois, clearing old criminal records still a challenge
Illinois has implemented the Clean Slate Act to automatically seal nonviolent criminal records for over 1.7 million adults beginning in 2029, but many people still face lengthy delays in receiving confirmation that their records have been expunged or sealed.
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Stop Corporate Consolidation Silencing Local Media Voices
The National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) and other local news media organizations are urging the FCC to uphold the 39% national audience reach cap and reject the Nexstar-TEGNA merger, warning that excessive consolidation will further erode local journalism, reduce diversity, and increase costs for viewers.
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Residents hit by unexpected water rate hike
The Plainfield Village Board has approved a multi-year water and sewer rate ordinance that will increase water and sewer rates for residents starting March 31, 2023, to offset increases from Illinois American Water.
