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CMAP announces record number of technical assistance awards for 2024

By McHenry Times | Aug 6, 2024

The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) has announced its 2024 technical assistance awards. This year, CMAP received 122 applications from 96 different applicants, marking the highest number of applications to date. The agency has selected 30 new technical assistance projects aimed at supporting communities with ADA compliance, transportation safety, and other long-term planning needs.

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Senator Wilcox announces REAL ID event amid legislative updates

By McHenry Times | Jul 29, 2024

Senator Craig Wilcox is set to host a REAL ID event in McHenry on August 5, in collaboration with the Secretary of State’s office. Registrations are required for this event, and walk-ins will not be accommodated. Interested individuals are encouraged to call the district office at (815) 455-6330 to reserve a time slot and ensure they bring all necessary documents.

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Rep. Steve Reick hosts free shredding and food drive event in Woodstock

By McHenry Times | Jul 29, 2024

State Representative Steve Reick (R-Woodstock) will host a free paper shredding and food drive event on Saturday, August 3, 2024, from 9 a.m. to noon at his district office located at 1072 Lake Avenue, Woodstock, IL.

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Northern Illinois recovers after storms; legislative updates from Sen. Craig Wilcox

By McHenry Times | Jul 22, 2024

The storms that swept through Northern Illinois on July 15 produced at least ten tornadoes, leaving nearly half a million ComEd customers without power. As of last Friday, power had been restored to 99% of the utility's customers.

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Illinois General Assembly offers free museum passes for constituents

By McHenry Times | Jul 22, 2024

Looking to take the family to any Chicago area museums this summer? The district office of the 63rd House District offers a family pass allowing complimentary access to local museums for constituents.

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Reick to host free paper shredding and food drive event in Woodstock

By McHenry Times | Jul 18, 2024

Representative Reick will host a free paper shredding and food drive event on Saturday, August 3, 2024, from 9 a.m. to noon at his district office located at 1072 Lake Avenue, Woodstock, IL.

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Toxic rhetoric blamed for escalating political violence

By McHenry Times | Jul 16, 2024

“I never considered a difference of opinion in politics, in religion, in philosophy, as a cause for withdrawing from a friend.” – Thomas Jefferson, April 22, 1800

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Senator Wilcox addresses assassination attempt and state issues

By McHenry Times | Jul 15, 2024

Senator Craig Wilcox issued a statement in response to the recent assassination attempt on President Trump, expressing gratitude to Secret Service officials and condolences to those affected. "It saddens me to know there are people in this country who believe opening fire on a political figure is somehow heroic," Wilcox said. He emphasized the need for transparent answers regarding the incident and called for a return to civility in political discourse.

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IDFPR issues alert on license renewals

By McHenry Times | Jul 15, 2024

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) has issued an alert to licensees regarding the renewal of several licenses. Licensees are encouraged to renew their licenses by logging into their accounts at https://lnkd.in/gtNpVt8g.

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McHenry ranks 83rd in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during April

By McHenry Times | Jul 14, 2024

McHenry residents paid $1 million in sales taxes, ranking 83rd in total sales taxes paid per municipality in April.

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Senator Wilcox partners with Illinois Treasurer's Office for unclaimed property event

By McHenry Times | Jul 12, 2024

State Senator Craig Wilcox (R-McHenry) is partnering with the Illinois Treasurer’s Office on July 17 to connect residents of McHenry and Lake Counties with more than $5 billion in unclaimed property and cash. From 10:00 AM until 1:00 PM on Wednesday, July 17, attendees can meet with a counselor from the Treasurer’s Office at the Algonquin Township Community Building to learn if some of the unclaimed items are theirs. In addition to helping people search for property and cash, counselors can help them file claims.

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Prairie State taxes: Algonquin residents rank 58th in total sales taxes paid for April

By McHenry Times | Jul 11, 2024

Algonquin residents paid $1.4 million in sales taxes, ranking 58th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in April.

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Legislation aims to reduce disruptions for children entering DCFS care

By McHenry Times | Jul 10, 2024

The level of disruption children face when removed from a parent or guardian by the Illinois Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS) will be minimized through recently signed legislation co-sponsored by State Senator Craig Wilcox (R-Woodstock).

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Wilcox co-sponsors bill waiving permit fees for disabled veterans' home modifications

By McHenry Times | Jul 10, 2024

A new law cosponsored by State Sen. Craig Wilcox (R-Woodstock) aims to assist disabled veterans requiring home modifications for accessibility. Senate Bill 2751 (Public Act 103-0621) stipulates that veterans with disabilities will not incur building permit fees for necessary improvements to their residences.

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Rep. Reick calls for hearings on sexual abuse allegations at Aunt Martha's ICC

By McHenry Times | Jul 8, 2024

State Representative Steve Reick (R-Woodstock) has addressed recent allegations of sexual abuse involving foster children at Aunt Martha’s Integrated Care Center in Chicago. In a statement, Reick expressed concern over the child welfare system's failures, noting that although allegations surfaced in August 2023, the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) only acted to remove children from the center in May 2024.

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McHenry County residents pay $282,179 in County Sales Tax in April

By McHenry Times | Jul 7, 2024

In April, McHenry County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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McLaughlin: ‘Prosecute these illegal criminals who are intent upon ruining the lives of our citizens and preying on our children’

By McHenry Times reports | Jul 5, 2024

State Representative Martin McLaughlin (R-Barrington Hills) is heating up the debate over immigration and law enforcement policies following a significant drug bust in McHenry County involving two Mexican nationals.

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Prairie State sales taxes: Crystal Lake residents paid 41st-largest sum in April

By McHenry Times | Jul 4, 2024

Crystal Lake residents paid $1.8 million in sales taxes, the 41st highest total paid per municipality in April.

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Prairie State sales taxes: McHenry County residents paid 11th-largest sum in April

By McHenry Times | Jul 3, 2024

McHenry County residents paid $3.1 million in sales taxes, the 11th highest total paid per county in April.

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Supreme Court declines immediate review of Illinois gun ban

By McHenry Times | Jul 3, 2024

In an order released on July 2, the United States Supreme Court declined to take up a legal challenge to Illinois' "assault weapon" ban but left open the possibility of hearing the case in the future. Petitioners had requested that the nation's highest court issue an injunction against enforcing the ban. This request followed conflicting rulings on multiple challenges to the law, including a temporary injunction issued by a judge in the Southern District of Illinois that was later overturned by the 7th Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, where a challenge is still pending.