Category Archives: Illinois

Don’t Stop Believin’: Jonathan Cane of Journey joined longtime baseball exec, Nick Colletti, both Leyden grads, as they returned for book signing

Posted on November 13, 2018 by royfmc

It was a very happy homecoming for Jonathan Cain when he visited Leyden High Schools on Nov. 12 to sign copies of his new book “Don’t Stop Believin’: The Man, The Band, and the Song That Inspired Generations.” The keyboardist … Continue reading →

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Local Governments’ Alarming Capital Spending Ratios — Strong Towns

Posted on November 2, 2018 by royfmc

There are many ways for state and local governments to run hidden deficits, one of which is deferred maintenance. But it turns out there is a way to measure the extent to which local governments kick the maintenance can down … Continue reading →

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Eradicate Hate In Our Society

Posted on October 29, 2018 by royfmc

What happened in Pittsburgh was horrific and senseless. My prayers go out to all the victims and their families. We must work to eradicate hate in our society.

Posted in Chicago, Illinois, illinois politics, Leyden, mental health, News, politics, Social Media | Tagged #city politics, Crime, Illinois, Roy F. McCampbell | Leave a comment

Illinois Has Lost Governnmental Review By Newspapers

Posted on October 25, 2018 by royfmc

America’s newspapers are vanishing, with Illinois losing more than most twitter.com/ilwatchdog/status/1055445139395620864

Posted in #metoo, #taxation, Chicago, domestic violence, Economic Development, Economy, election fraud, Elections, I 294, IEP, Illinois, Illinois Pensions, illinois politics, legal services, Leyden, Mayor Caiafa, News, political satire, politics, Schiller Park, Social Media, Sports, Sports Scholarships | Tagged advocacy, Chicago, cook county, Illinois, politics, Rosemont, Roy F. McCampbell, school | Leave a comment

Of toilets and contractors: Is Pritzker up to the job of renovating Illinois? – Chicago Tribune

Posted on October 16, 2018 by royfmc

Of toilets and contractors: Is Pritzker up to the job of renovating Illinois? – Chicago Tribune — Read on http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/opinion/editorials/ct-edit-pritzker-toilet-unions-mansion-20181015-story,amp.html

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Morton Schapiro, Northwestern officials say Harvard trial won’t affect admissions

Posted on October 15, 2018 by royfmc

As the Harvard admissions lawsuit placing a microscope on the practice of affirmative action in higher education goes to trial, Northwestern officials say the outcome shouldn’t affect University admissions. The lawsuit charging Harvard University with systematic discrimination against Asian-Americans … Continue reading →

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Norridge SD 80 Moves Forward on Leaving LASEC

Posted on October 14, 2018 by royfmc

http://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/norridge/news/ct-nhh-kimberly-special-ed-tl-1011-story,amp.html

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Help support the Van Dyke girls

Posted on October 13, 2018 by royfmc

https://www.gofundme.com/mdb4be The recent verdict in Chicago Police Officer Jason Van Dyke’s criminal trial had a devastating impact on our community and law enforcement around the world. But this verdict has impacted Jason’s wife and two daughters more than words can … Continue reading →

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The Dangers of Febreze ??? Does the Extensive Usage of the Synthetic Air Freshner Pose a Significant Health Risk ?

Posted on October 4, 2018 by royfmc

If you use synthetic air fresheners in your car and/or living space and or associated with your clothes, you should know that you’re likely increasing risk of developing a variety of health problems. Headaches, earaches, depression, an irregular heart beat, … Continue reading →

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O’Hare Area Is Getting a New Highway: I 490

Posted on September 25, 2018 by royfmc

I 490 is currently under construction to link I 90 (Jane Addams Tollroad) to I 294 (TriState Tollroad) with interchanges at Green Street/Franklin Avenue and at the intersect of I 294 and County Line Road, with the major interchange at … Continue reading →

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