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Sky Harbor's CEO Tal Keinan emphasizes community partnership as they break ground on a new hangar campus, marking a significant step in their expansion with 22 airports in the pipeline.

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Sky Harbor CEO says company will join community as partner as hangar campus breaks ground
Tal Keinan, Sky Harbor’s chairman and CEO, thanked local officials and said the company has 22 airports in development or operation; he urged the community to treat Sky Harbor as a neighbor and partner.
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September 27, 2026 at 1:19 AM
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The Prospect Heights Police Department is breaking down language barriers with the launch of Axon Assistant, enabling real-time translation in 56 languages on officers' body cameras!

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Prospect Heights Police activate Axon Assistant for real-time translation on body cameras
The Prospect Heights Police Department has activated Axon Assistant on officers' body-worn cameras to provide real-time translation support in 56 languages, aiming to reduce language barriers during interactions, the report said.
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September 25, 2026 at 7:04 PM
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A new era for aviation is taking off as groundbreaking begins for the Sky Harbor development at Chicago Executive Airport, promising multiple commercial hangars set to reshape the east side!

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Groundbreaking for Sky Harbor development near Chicago Executive Airport set to begin construction
Officials at a groundbreaking described the Sky Harbor development at Chicago Executive Airport, which will add multiple commercial hangars on the airport's east side; phase 1 construction is expected over the next year, the report said.
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September 26, 2026 at 12:04 PM
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Sky Harbor just broke ground on a massive new hangar campus at Chicago Executive Airport, promising to boost local jobs and economic growth in the community!

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Sky Harbor breaks ground on 300,000‑square‑foot hangar campus at Chicago Executive Airport
Sky Harbor held a ceremonial groundbreaking at Chicago Executive Airport for a new 300,000 sq ft hangar campus expected to house about 20 private corporate jets; local officials praised the project and airport leaders said a ribbon-cutting is planned in about a year.
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September 27, 2026 at 1:17 AM
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Prospect Heights just approved a groundbreaking decision allowing residents to keep up to 20 chickens, sparking a new era of urban farming!

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Prospect Heights Council approves 20 poultry allowance including chickens ducks and quails
Council permits up to 20 poultry with restrictions on roosters to promote reasonable ownership.
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May 31, 2025 at 5:07 AM
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Prospect Heights City Council has taken a significant step towards tackling flooding issues and enhancing public works efficiency with two major approvals totaling over $188,000!

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City Council approves Elm Street flood control and asset management software
Council authorizes $134,925 for flood control and $53,500 for management software
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February 11, 2025 at 11:47 PM
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A new culinary gem is on the horizon for Prospect Heights with the approval of Tacos Los, a restaurant poised to delight local students and food lovers alike!

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Pasquot Heights approves tacos restaurant application on North Elmhurst Road
City council approves special use permit for Tacos Los restaurant at 1209 North Elmhurst Road.
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February 27, 2025 at 4:57 AM
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Cook County Commissioner Scott Britton revealed exciting new initiatives, including over $500,000 for local infrastructure and a groundbreaking medical-debt relief program aimed at eliminating nearly $1 billion in debt!

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Cook County commissioner lists local grants, new loan program and medical‑debt relief efforts
Commissioner Scott Britton told a Prospect Heights audience that Cook County recently provided over $500,000 for local infrastructure, is launching a no‑interest municipal loan program, and has paused to retire medical debt (he said the county has retired almost $700,000 so far using $9 million in funds and aims to eliminate far larger amounts over time).
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July 15, 2026 at 12:52 AM
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Big changes are coming to local dispensaries as the state now allows drive-through sales and combined medicinal-recreational operations!

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Staff: state changes allow window delivery and combined medicinal/recreational sales for dispensaries
Staff reported that amendments to the state Recreational Cannabis Act now allow operators with drive-through lanes to provide window delivery and let recreational licensees participate in medicinal sales in the same facility; staff emphasized existing safeguards (ID checks, video) remain in place.
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August 28, 2026 at 2:25 PM
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Officer Don Vasquez is making waves in the fight against financial crime, collaborating with federal inspectors to crack a bank fraud case wide open!

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Officer Don Vasquez praised for role in financial-crimes probe
Chief Dermen recognized Officer Don Vasquez for investigative work on bank fraud and check-washing in coordination with U.S. postal inspectors; an arrest warrant and grand-jury subpoenas were reported as part of the case.
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July 31, 2026 at 9:08 AM
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Prospect Heights City Council has just greenlit a groundbreaking plan for the Sky Harbor hangar, bridging municipal lines and setting the stage for a new era in aviation development!

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Prospect Heights approves intergovernmental agreements and annexation steps for Sky Harbor hangar development
Council approved a package of waivers, annexation and deannexation ordinances and an intergovernmental planning agreement with Wheeling to allow construction and boundary adjustments for the Sky Harbor hangar project; staff said Chicago Executive Airport will pay related fees.
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July 28, 2026 at 11:37 PM
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Residents of Prospect Heights are demanding answers on pressing local issues, from property tax caps to concerns about ICE presence in their neighborhoods.

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Town‑hall Q&A: property taxes, ICE activity, license‑plate readers and data‑center concerns
During audience questions officials addressed property tax caps and consolidation, coordination on ICE activity, safeguards on license‑plate reader data, the governor's pause on data‑center incentives and transportation accessibility for people with disabilities.
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July 15, 2026 at 12:47 AM
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Rep. Tracy Katzmuhl unveils a transformative housing initiative that could reshape communities by allowing more diverse housing options and easing permitting processes—what do you think?

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Lawmakers describe 'Build' housing plan to ease single‑family restrictions, expand ADUs
At a Prospect Heights forum Rep. Tracy Katzmuhl and others outlined the governor's 'Build' initiative to allow more missing‑middle housing (duplexes, triplexes, cottage clusters), expand accessory dwelling units and update inspection timelines; Katzmuhl said the proposals remain under negotiation and include home‑rule carve-outs.
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July 15, 2026 at 12:46 AM
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Illinois could face a staggering $52 billion loss in Medicaid funding over the next decade, jeopardizing healthcare access for children, seniors, and vulnerable adults.

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Lawmakers warn budget squeeze could strip Medicaid funds, threaten services
At a Prospect Heights town-hall, Rep. Mary Beth Canty outlined the state budget, said approximately $16.2 billion is mandatory spending and warned that proposed federal changes could cost Illinois roughly $5 billion a year in Medicaid funds over a decade, with downstream effects on hospitals, jobs and vulnerable residents.
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July 15, 2026 at 12:41 AM
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Rep. Mary Beth Canty demands transparency in the Arlington Park Bears stadium plans, advocating for a new board to protect local taxing bodies from being overridden.

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Rep. Mary Beth Canty urges careful review of Bears/Arlington Park proposals, outlines alternative to TIFs
At a Prospect Heights legislative review, Rep. Mary Beth Canty criticized late-night incentive bills tied to a possible Chicago Bears move to Arlington Park and proposed a 'mega development' board to protect local taxing bodies and distribute incremental payments to schools, libraries and municipalities in real time.
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July 15, 2026 at 12:42 AM
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Big changes are on the horizon for Prospect Heights with a major airport project, new townhomes, and a pivotal town hall meeting on zoning legislation!

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Staff updates: Sky Harbor airport project, townhomes closing and town-hall on state zoning bill
Staff told the commission that a Sky Harbor (Chicago Executive Airport) zoning and map-amendment package — including a compensatory stormwater variance option — will appear in an upcoming packet; townhome developer closing is expected within 30 days and a town hall on House Bill 5626 is scheduled at the Prospect Heights Library.
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June 27, 2026 at 4:31 AM
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Exciting changes are on the horizon for Sky Harbor, with plans for redevelopment and a potential stormwater code variance that could reshape downtown!

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Staff briefs PCBA on Sky Harbor redevelopment, map amendment and stormwater variance path
Staff updated the PCBA on the Sky Harbor‑area project that will seek a minor map amendment and possibly a variance to reduce compensatory‑storage requirements from the city's 1.5:1 rule toward the MWRD 1.1:1 standard; the project has FAA runway‑closure approval and may require a special meeting for expedited review.
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June 3, 2026 at 5:09 PM
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Residents of Prospect Heights are rallying for a resolution to keep U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement off city property, fearing for their safety and community trust.

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Residents urge Prospect Heights council to ban ICE activity on city property
Multiple residents and community advocates told the Prospect Heights City Council on Nov. 24 to adopt a resolution or ordinance barring U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement from using city-owned property as staging grounds, citing local sightings, regional examples and concerns about civil liberties.
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November 27, 2025 at 12:27 AM
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Residents of Prospect Heights are demanding stronger protections against federal immigration enforcement, fearing for their safety and community stability after reported ICE activity in local plazas.

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Prospect Heights residents urge village to adopt limits on federal immigration enforcement
Multiple residents and nonprofit representatives told the council they and local merchants have felt fear after reported ICE activity near plaza areas and urged the village to adopt measures such as banning civil immigration enforcement absent a judicial warrant, requiring identification and body cameras for agents, and banning use of village-owned
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November 13, 2025 at 10:05 AM
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Prospect Heights is taking a bold step towards revitalization by approving a $19,500 contract with SB Friedman to explore exciting redevelopment opportunities!

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Prospect Heights approves $19,500 contract with SB Friedman to study redevelopment options
Council approved a resolution authorizing an hourly contract with SB Friedman capped at $19,500 to provide development-advisory services including market forecasts, potential TIF district analysis, and economic-incentive considerations.
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November 2, 2025 at 2:49 PM
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Residents are demanding action after discovering hazardous oil leaks from city garbage trucks, raising serious environmental concerns in Prospect Heights.

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Residents tell Prospect Heights council they found repeated oil leaks from contractor trucks; city staff ask complainants to document issues
Multiple residents said they found oil or hydraulic-fluid stains across a subdivision and blamed a contracted hauler identified in the meeting as Flood Brothers. Residents said vendor cleanup was ineffective; city staff asked for photographs and directed complainants to the city administrator for follow-up.
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November 2, 2025 at 2:47 PM
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The recent Zoning Board meeting in Prospect Heights brought to light crucial discussions about a new development's impact on local water infrastructure, stirring up concerns over management and responsibilities with neighboring Arlington Heights.

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Prospect Heights Engineers Review Water Line Issues for Arlington Heights Development Project
Engineers confirm water lines managed by Arlington Heights will not impact new development.
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September 28, 2025 at 1:10 AM
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Residents in Prospect Heights are raising alarms over a controversial development that could drastically impact their water supply and traffic conditions.

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Residents Raise Concerns About Proposed Development on Center Lane in Prospect Heights
Center Lane residents express worries over water management and traffic impacts from new development.
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September 28, 2025 at 1:09 AM
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Residents of Prospect Heights are raising red flags over traffic and parking issues in a proposed commercial development—will their voices be heard?

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Community Voices Concerns on Traffic and Business Access in Upcoming Development Hearing
Residents raise traffic and parking issues for proposed commercial development on Center Lane.
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September 28, 2025 at 1:08 AM
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A zoning miscalculation revealed that a proposed development in Prospect Heights only needs 6 parking spaces instead of the 1,993 originally requested!

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Zoning Board Delays Case 25-10 for Public Comments on Variance Requests
Zoning board votes to continue hearing case 25-10 on property width and parking space issues.
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September 28, 2025 at 1:07 AM