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CBS News
2 days ago
- Politics
- CBS News
Orland Park DMV abruptly closing after trustee vote, Illinois secretary of state says
One of Illinois' busiest Secretary of State facilities is abruptly closing after Orland Township trustees voted to revoke its lease. The trustees claimed people going to the DMV at 14807 South Ravinia Ave. in Orland Park are causing disruptions and security concerns. At a Monday night board meeting, trustees said they have had issues with police calls over disturbances at the facility. The trustees said there is no separation between the Secretary of State facility and the rest of the building it's housed in. They said people go into the township building and trustees' offices while looking for the DMV. The trustees also said there are long lines in extreme weather despite people having appointments, and they dislike the signs outside because they make it look "like a flea market." Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias released a statement, saying the trustees made the decision in a 3-2 vote "without providing notice or consulting with Secretary of State staff." The statement goes onto say the board "failed their constituents and the taxpayers they are elected to serve." It was not immediately clear if the closure was effective immediately or when it would go into effect.
Yahoo
07-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
More than $1 million spent in Orland Park, Tinley Park mayoral campaigns
When he ran for a full term as Orland Park's village clerk in 1991, James Dodge figures he spent about $3,000. Flash forward to this past spring's mayoral election. In the months leading up to the April 1 election, Dodge and his political committees shelled out nearly $190,000, according to state campaign finance reports. He defeated Keith Pekau, who was seeking a third term and running with his own slate of candidates. Pekau, through two election committees, spent almost twice as much as Dodge, campaign filings for the first quarter show. And it wasn't just Orland Park with big election outlays. Tinley Park mayoral candidates Michael Glotz and Michael Maloney, spent more than $700,000 January through March, according to state finance filings. Voters and elections have gotten more complicated, with candidates competing for the attention of potential supporters through a variety of media and messages, Dodge said. 'You are competing with all the advertisements and messages everybody is exposed to every day,' Dodge said Thursday. 'You are trying to break through with your message.' That means ads on cable television, data acquisition to find out voter demographics, messages on social media across different platforms and the reliable standards of yard signs and mailers, Dodge said. 'The nature of campaigns nowadays is you are competing with everything, and there is a lot of competition for people's attention,' he said. 'You have to have enough communication to get through all of that.' It costs money and involves paid workers for things such as photography and media production, a monitored online presence responsive to voter question. Even the old standby mailer has gotten pricier over election cycles, Dodge said. 'Nowadays even an oversize post card costs about 70 cents each to deliver to each home,' including the cost of design and printing, he said. 'If you are sending it out to 10,000 homes you are looking at $70,000.' During that same first-quarter period, the candidates and their election campaigns in Orland Park took in contributions of more than $400,000, according to state campaign finance filings. Tinley Park also saw significant amounts of money spent, and earned, in the weeks prior to the election. Incumbent Mayor Michael Glotz and challenger Michael Maloney took in more than $200,000 during the sprint to Election Day, according to records. Glotz won a second term, defeating Michael Maloney April 1. Through his own mayoral election committee and the One Tinley Park committee, which fielded candidates for trustee and clerk, Glotz spent more than a half-million dollars in the January-March quarter, disclosure statements show. Glotz responded to text messages Wednesday and Thursdays to arrange an interview, but never did commit to a time to respond to questions. Tinley Together, which Michael Maloney headed as the mayoral challenger to Glotz, took in about $182,000 in the January-March quarter and spent $177,000, according to state filings. The mayor's Friends of Michael Glotz took in $20,100 in the first quarter, but spent $149,000, with contributions including $72,000 to the One Tinley Park committee. One Tinley Park fielded Glotz and candidates, and the committee took in more than $190,000 and spent close to $385,000, according to state electoral board filings showing first-quarter income and spending. Both mayors listed expenses for photography, signs, printing and campaign help. In Dolton, one-term Mayor Tiffany Henyard received a pittance in contributions during the home stretch of the campaign. Trustee Jason House easily ousted Henyard, locking up 88% of the vote in the village's Democratic primary. In the April 1 general election, he received more than 95% of the vote over Independent mayoral candidate Casundra Hopson-Jordan. During the first quarter, House's Friends of Jason House, recorded receipts of a bit more than $31,000 and spent a little more than $45,000, according to state finance reports. Spending included outlays for consulting, text blasts and mailings. He headed the Clean House ticket, which also featured candidates for trustee and clerk. State electoral board records did not show any filings for that committee. Henyard's Friends of Tiffany Henyard showed total receipts of $1,000 and no expenditures during the January-March quarter, according to the report filed by her Friends of Tiffany Henyard committee. Filings showed the committee ended the election with just under $90,000 on hand, although debts totaled $58,000. All of the debt is comprised of loans Henyard has made to her campaign dating to January 2021, with the most recent loan, for $25,000, coming last November, according to her committee's most recent report. In Orland Park, Dodge's Dodge for Mayor committee took in $55,200 in the first quarter, and spent more than $34,000 during that period for things such as research and marketing, according to the committee's recent state filing. He headed the Orland Park for All committee, which recorded first-quarter receipts of $119,000 and expenses over the same period of $138,000. The money went for things such as advertising on Google, printing, renting office space and mailings, according to the committee's quarterly filing. Pekau's Keith for Mayor committee recorded first-quarter intake of $46,600, and expenses of $165,500, according to state filings. The committee transferred $120,000 in February and March to the People Over Politics slate Pekau headed. People Over Politics saw total receipts in the first quarter of more than $187,000, and that included nearly $150,000 in transfers from Pekau's mayoral committee and money chipped in by candidates on the ticket. People Over Politics recorded expenses in the first quarter of a bit more than $230,000, with money going to things such as phone polling, printing, consulting, advertising and yard signs, according to its quarterly filing.
CBS News
06-06-2025
- CBS News
Tinley Park man charged in deadly Orland Park hit-and-run crash last month
A man was charged in connection with a deadly hit-and-run crash in Orland Park last month. Robert Barajar, 41, of Tinley Park, was arrested and charged with leaving the scene of an accident, reckless homicide, disobeying a traffic signal, and speeding 26 miles per hour over the posted limit. Orland Park police said on May 31, around 3:13 a.m., the department was notified by Tinley Park police about a two-car crash that occurred at an intersection on the 15900 block of South Harlem Avenue. Officers determined that Barajar's vehicle was heading southbound on Harlem Avenue when it hit another car, driven by a 23-year-old Romeoville resident heading westbound on 159th Street. The 23-year-old driver suffered life-threatening injuries and was taken to Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox, Illinois, where he died. Police said after hitting the victim's car, Barajar ran from the scene on foot without rendering aid or notifying authorities of the crash. Following an investigation into the crash, Barajar was identified as the driver involved. He was arrested without incident and charged. Barajar was scheduled to appear at the 5th District Cook County Bridgeview Courthouse on Friday.
Associated Press
30-05-2025
- General
- Associated Press
Orland Park Sting FC Sets Record for Tryout Registrations and Achieves Largest Player Roster in Club History
Orland Park Sting FC, a premier youth soccer club founded in 2016, proudly announces a record-breaking number of registrations for this year's tryouts. 'Our coaches are the heart of the club. Their commitment to helping players grow both on and off the field is what makes Orland Park Sting such a special place.'— Alex Freidine, Director of Orland Park Sting FC. ORLAND PARK, IL, UNITED STATES, May 30, 2025 / / -- Orland Park Sting FC, a premier youth soccer club founded in 2016, proudly announces a record-breaking number of registrations for this year's tryouts, leading to the largest player roster in the club's history. This remarkable achievement highlights the club's growing influence and the community's trust in its soccer programs for children aged 6 to 16. The club attributes this significant growth to its dedicated coaching staff, who are passionate about player development and fostering a positive, inclusive environment. To support the influx of new players, Orland Park Sting FC has added new coaches with years of soccer coaching experience. These coaches bring deep knowledge, professionalism, and energy to every training session, ensuring that every player receives personalized attention and mentorship. 'Our coaches are the heart of the club,' said Club Director Alex Freidine. 'Their commitment to helping players grow both on and off the field is what makes Orland Park Sting such a special place. We're proud of the environment we've built—one that families believe in and players are excited to be part of.' In addition to its youth soccer programs, the club is launching several new community-focused initiatives, including adult soccer training, corporate team-building events, and fitness sessions built around soccer fundamentals. These programs aim to promote physical health, teamwork, and community engagement for individuals of all ages and fitness levels. 'As we continue to grow, we're expanding our reach to offer more than just youth competition,' Freidine added. 'We believe in soccer as a lifelong sport—and we're committed to creating experiences that bring people together, whether they're 6 or 60.' Now approaching a decade of service, Orland Park Sting FC remains steadfast in its mission to inspire young athletes, build character through sport, and unite the community through a shared love of soccer. Alex Freidine Orland Park Sting FC, Director +1 630-673-0721 email us here Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
CBS News
18-05-2025
- CBS News
Death investigation underway after body of missing woman found in woods near Palos Township
A death investigation is underway after the body of a missing Orland Park woman was found in a wooded area near Palos Township Sunday morning. Reanna Hammad, 21, was last seen Friday around 11 a.m. by her mother at her home. She was described as 5 feet 6 inches tall and 145 pounds with brown eyes and brown hair. She was last seen wearing a black sweater, black pants, and a black hijab. Police said there was evidence that she may have been in the vicinity of Spears Woods near the corner of West 87th Street and South LaGrange Road on the same day. Forest preserve officials confirmed Sunday that around 5:50 a.m., Hammad's body was found in the woods. They said they are performing a death investigation. No further information was immediately available.
