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Leptospirosis - A problem for dogs as well as people.

Cedar Way Veterinary Clinic recommends that dogs should be vaccinated for Leptospirosis.

Government

Federal funding available for impacted Cook County residents

Federal funding is available for residents of Cook County who sustained damage due to flooding that occurred between April 6 and May 5, 2013.

Politics

Shutting down the IL govt. jobs factory; IL is corporate tax break Santa Claus; Chicago better as state capital? Your Reboot Illinois Daily Tip-Off

DuPage County could abolish some unnecessary taxing districts under a new law passed by the legislature. Illinois has more of these units of government than any other state by a long shot.

L-W East, L-W North FBLA students attend state conference

The two-day conference included activities in personal development, business and leadership training, election of 2013-2014 state officers, and competitive events.

Living

Girl Scout Camps Offer Outdoor Experiences, Education and Fun!

All girls ages 5 - 17, even those who are not currently Girl Scouts, are welcome to register for Girl Scout camps and programs. For a complete guide, visit: www.girlscoutsgcnwi.org/camp.

Politics

Cullerton-Madigan face off; Stantis cartoon-Madigan "fixes" state lawmaker map: Who stole the grand from GOP?;Your Reboot Illinois Daily Tip Off

Reboot Illinois has a side-by-side look at the Democrats' competing pension bills. How about fixing that legislative map mess? Reboot's Matt Dietrich remembers when Republicans ruled Illinois.

Politics

The mother of all reforms, and we're going for it; Dept. of Revenue seeks taxmaking power; campaign 2014 update; Your Reboot Illinois Daily Tip-Off

Reboot Illinois is joining CHANGE Illinois! in its effort to change the way Illinois draws its legislative map.

Food

Hamburger Briefs and Beefs

It’s National Hamburger Week. How do you like your burgers?

Paper Flowers

If you -- like me -- are botanically challenged, then perhaps tissue paper flowers might just be your speed ...

Living

Choosing the Perfect Wedding Photographer

Helpful tips on picking the best photographer possible.

 
 
 

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