Lawmakers seek measure to make small-scale plug-in solar panels available to renters Article Summary A bill to allow for small, plug-in solar panel systems is moving through the Senate, which would open

Illinois Senate aiming to make solar panels more accessible: Lawmakers seek measure to make small-scale plug-in solar panels available to renters capitolnewsillinois.com/news/lawmake...

Lots of support from the passing vehicles at the No Kings rally in Park Ridge Illinois. We appreciate it!

Find links to drop box locations for both suburban and City of Chicago voters—plus links to candidate forums, articles and endorsements—in our guide: spotlightee.org/primary-elec...

We’ve heard reports of Chicago voters being turned away when they brought mail ballots to Park Ridge City Hall. You must bring your ballot to a drop box within YOUR election district. There are 2 in Cook County, www.cookcountyclerkil.gov/elections (for suburban voters only) and chicagoelections.gov.

Well, this is handy! Pick up a print copy of the Injustice Watch Cook County judicial election guide and bring it to that relative who still prefers the feel of paper and the act of turning pages. Early voting in the Illinois primary is going on now. Election Day is March 17.

First day of early voting in Park Ridge, Illinois, is up by 17.7% compared to 2022. In Des Plaines, Illinois, it’s up by 65.7 %.

Lots of voter enthusiasm in Park Ridge and Des Plaines, Illinois. The first day of early voting saw turnout way up over 2022 numbers. No incumbent running in the Senate race, or 9th or 8th Districts, means more seats up for grabs. Polls show lots of voters still undecided.

Deciding which judges to vote for can be a struggle. Fortunately, we live in Cook County, IL, where we can rely on this fantastic guide from @injusticewatch.org Support nonprofit journalism!

We will be watching. Will you?

How do you help kids cope with a scary world? We asked our local library, and they gave us a list of 20+ books that tackle tough subjects, like deportation, food insecurity and gun violence. Find the list here: spotlightee.org/kids-books-o...
Can’t find what you’re looking for? Ask a librarian!

With “undecided” still leading in the polls for the Illinois Senate seat (to replace Dick Durbin) and 19 candidates still in the race for IL-9 (to fill Jan Schakowsky’s seat) we are sure people have LOTS of questions. Drop them in the form for @WBEZ. The Illinois Primary is March 17.

Artistic ways to celebrate MLK Day in Chicago

ICYMI: Now that his birthday is a national holiday, Chicago celebrates with several opportunities to honor the day’s dedicatee. Here are five happenings that keep the King in Martin Luther King Day.

ForwardBlue facebook ad suggesting that people sign up with them to register for the next No Kings day, which they are not involved in.

Please be aware that contrary to their fundraising ads, @forwardblue.bsky.social has no relationship with the No Kings mobilizations, no record of doing anything in support, no inside information, and is ignoring requests to cease advertising that suggests they are involved.

Promising news - and another good reason to donate to the Midwest Immigration Bond Fund if you can. Mibfc.org

Join thousands of Americans proving positive action can replace the violence threatening our society.

On Nov. 6, join the National Roundtable on Political Violence — a nationwide online event hosted by Newsweek and
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People sit in a crowded room to watch a candidate forum featuring Democrats running for the U.S. House, Illinois 9th District.

Capacity crowd at the US House, IL-9 candidate forum sponsored by Citizen Action Illinois. We were proud to join as a co-sponsor. Watch the recording on YouTube, @SpotlightEE. Run time: 1 h: 48 m. List of candidates to follow. 1/2

No one, including federal agents, is above the law, and we intend to hold them accountable. We launched a Plate Watch Hotline to crack down on illegal swapping of state-issued license plates and keep communities safe. Contact (312) 814-1730 or platewatch@ilsos.gov to report.

Livestream at www.facebook.com/CitizenActio...

Voters have lots of choices in the race to fill U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky’s seat. Hear from some of the Democratic candidates at this forum happening on Oct. 21 in Skokie. #9thDistrictUSHouse #CitizenActionIllinois

I’m handing out pro-democracy grades to the media The Guardian gets an A, the NY Times gets a C, CBS gets an F

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Glad to see this independent news source is making it even easier to keep up with what’s happening in Chicago. Thank you @blockclubchi.bsky.social

No Kings: Protest Safety, Know Your Rights & De-Escalation Training 10/15 I'm attending this event - sign up now to join me!

Before you hit the streets on Saturday #NoKings join:

ACLU's PROTEST SAFETY, KNOW YOUR RIGHTS AND DE-ESCALATION TRAINING

Wednesday, 10/15 at 7 PM ET.

Learn how to protect yourself, your community, and stand up for your rights. #NoKings #Pinks
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Childrens Books | Brown Books & Paint Brushes At Brown Books and Paint brushes we hope to empower, develop, and educate young children- through art, literacy, social justice and civic engagement programming; pertaining to the African-American cul...

The children are watching what is happening in our Chicago communities right now. This is a thoughtful post from brownbooksandpaintbrushes.org on age-appropriate ways to talk to our children.

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What is Due Process? YouTube video by Robert Reich

People have been talking a lot lately about due process. Here’s a great explanation for anyone who wants to better understand what that means. #KnowYourRights #DueProcess youtube.com/watch?v=metN...

He’s still at it! Our Park Ridge, IL, neighbor organized his first-ever protest a few months ago and has been getting people to show up ever since. Next up: No Kings, Oct. 18, noon -1:30 PM, Park Ridge, Touhy from Summit to Six Corners. #NoKings #ParkRidgeProtest #RetireesfortheWin

More non-profit newsrooms looking for photos of ICE activities in Chicago.
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Know & Exercise Your Rights Flyer provided by the Illinois Immigration Information Hub. 1. Remain Calm. 2. You have the right to deny entry without a valid warrant. 3. You have the right to remain silent. 4. You have the right to speak with an attorney. 5. You have the right to not sign anything. For more information, head to: https://www.illinoisimmigrationinfo.org/

Know & Exercise Your Rights Flyer provided by the Illinois Immigration Information Hub. For more information, head to: https://www.illinoisimmigrationinfo.org/

Know your rights, Illinois.

Stay safe and stay informed.

Have a video of ICE action in Chicago and don’t know where to share it? Here are some Chicago newsrooms that have banded together. They’re also a great source for local coverage. We also like @chicagopublicsquare.com which offers a roundup of Chicago stories by local and national journalists.

This is a great, comprehensive site with info on where to turn for free or low-cost legal assistance, how to create a short-term guardianship of a minor, answers to frequently asked questions, and more. Illinoisimmigrationinfo.org #illinoisimmigration #knowyourrights

We talked to Operation Swing State co-founder Patrick Hanley about the impact of Project 2025. He shared where he’s finding common ground as he campaigns for Illinois State Senate, plus tips for how to stay engaged without burning out. Find the full interview on YouTube here: tinyurl.com/2p9kb4vj