Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 25th of August.
Good morning, Arlington Heights.
🎓 Education
The CTA and Pace lowered fares for K-12 students on Monday, Aug.
24 to $0.75 per ride (a 35-cent cut on Pace) and now offer free transfers within two hours. 30-day passes are available for $30 while Metra continues its reduced fare option when students show their school ID.
U.S. News & World Report released its annual high school rankings last week that ranked Stevenson, New Trier, Glenbrook North, Fremd & Hersey among the top schools nationally, statewide & regionally for the 2026-2027 school year in Chicago's north & northwest suburbs.
🏛️ Government
Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas said homeowners (including those in Arlington Heights) face a steep tax hike as home values rise faster than commercial ones.
Local governments plan to seek $743.8 million in additional taxes, meaning homeowners will bear 80% of this year’s increase.
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