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Government

Update: Dold, Kirk Want Changes to Affordable Care Act, Schakowsky Praises Decision

Local politicians reacted Thursday to the Supreme Court's 5–4 decision to uphold President Obama's Affordable Care Act.

Government, Business, Local Connections

Village Awards 2012 Merchant of the Year

More than 40 local businesses were nominated for the 2012 Skokie Merchant of the Year. See who came out on top.

Government, The Neighborhood Files, Summer

Skokie Celebrates New CTA Oakton Stop

While the CTA Oakton Stop officially opened on April 30, the Village of Skokie held their celebration event on Sunday. Check out the Skokie Review's story here.

Government

Poll: Is The Affordable Care Act Unconstitutional?

The U.S. Supreme Court is expected to rule on challenges to the Affordable Care Act this week.

Government, Police & Fire, The Neighborhood Files, Awareness

Police Chief, Village Discuss Crime at Skokie Voice Forum

Crime and traffic safety were the big issues discussed at Skokie Voice's open forum last week. According to an unscientific survey released by the group, almost half of the participants said Skokie is less safe than it was 3-5 years ago.

Government

Resident From Neighboring Evanston To Fill In As Top Prosecutor

  • Jun 26, 2012

Gary Shapiro will serve as acting U.S. attorney for the Northern District of Illinois, taking the place of Patrick Fitzgerald, who announced he was stepping down last month, officials said.

Government, The Neighborhood Files, Local Connections, Awareness, Summer

Skokie Plans Park for Skateboarders

A skate park is planned to be built near Lincoln Jr. High in Skokie. “Skating is an incredibly popular activity that not only youth but young adults engage in," said Skokie Park District president Mark Schneiderman.

Government

Shred Documents, Recycle Electronics June 30

Is it time to shred the paper and shed the old machines cluttering up your home? A local environmental agency is holding a Niles event Saturday, June 30 to take these things off your hands.

A mock-up of Kaufman's remodeling; the store is slated to re-open in September. Credit: Bette Dworkin

Government, Business, Local Connections

Kaufman's Deli Strikes TIF Deal with Village

Kaufman's closed after a devastating fire back in November. The deli recently got a hand from the village and now hopes to reopen this September.

Government, Business, Local Connections, Awareness

Is the New Oakton Stop Paying Off For Downtown Skokie?

About six weeks have gone by since the grand opening of the new CTA Oakton Stop near downtown Skokie. See how many people are boarding the station daily and hear what local business owners are saying.

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