Friday, Congresswoman Robin Kelly voted to pass H.R. 1808, Assault Weapons Ban Act of 2022, which passed by a vote of 217 to 213.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly Withdraws Her Bid for a Second Term as Chair of Democratic Party of Illinois
Congresswoman Robin L. Kelly issued a statement withdrawing her bid for a second term as chair of the Democratic Party of Illinois.
SD 163 Board Votes Against Hiring Board President Mosby’s Wife
One board member justified his vote in favor of the hiring by apparently arguing that nepotism and favoritism have been a long-standing reality in the district and should be allowed to continue.
Rep. Kelly Votes to Pass Funding Legislation Helping Workers, Families, and Communities
Rep. Robin Kelly (IL-02) voted to pass H.R. 8294, a package of six government funding bills, which focuses on helping families and communities across America.
Village Begins Search for Lead Service Lines
In compliance with state law, the Village of Park Forest is conducting a door-to-door inspection of all water service lines entering homes.
SD 163 Set To Hire Board President’s Wife; Resignations Tick Up From Last Year
In what appears to be a conflict of interest, the School District 163 board is set to hire the wife of Board President Walter L. Mosby III as the district’s new Grants and Budget Coordinator.
RTHS Students Studying at Oxford University this Summer
Two Park Forest students from Rich Township High School District 227 are at the academically renowned Oxford University in England this summer.
Somonauk Nature Adventure Park Opening Delayed
Park Forest residents, anxiously awaiting the opening of the new Somonauk Nature Adventure Park, are frustrated with the apparent lack of progress.
Young Teens Charged In Connection With Multiple Stolen Vehicles
Two young teens were arrested and charged in connection with multiple stolen vehicles, one was reportedly taken at gunpoint, Park Forest Police announced Tuesday.
Lawmakers Answer Supreme Court Threat to LGBTQ+ Equality With Respect for Marriage Act
Members of Congress alarmed by the U.S. Supreme Court’s recent reversal on abortion rights and threats to other basic freedoms on Monday introduced legislation intended to ensure protections for LGBTQ+ and interracial marriages.
