Thursday, October 9th, 2025
Good morning, Arlington Heights. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Organizers moved the No Kings rally from North School Park to the Recreation Park soccer field at 500 E. Miner St. in Arlington Heights to handle a massive turnout expected at the event—set from 3 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18, and featuring speakers like Rep. Delia Ramirez and local community groups that support mutual aid projects. The event is organized by a coalition of 15 groups and sponsored by ACLU Illinois and Indivisible Illinois. Journal & Topics Media Group
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Colin Gilbert took the oath of office as Arlington Heights’ new trustee Monday night after being chosen to fill the vacancy left by Scott Shirley’s resignation for family care. A 20-year resident and former business owner, he urged his youth baseball players to develop attitude, character, and energy – values that he will bring to his role until May 3. Journal & Topics Media Group
- ➤ Residents in Arlington Heights are urged to review new ‘Know Your Rights’ resources issued by the Illinois Attorney General’s Office that explain their right to remain silent, request an attorney, and refuse entry without a judge’s warrant when dealing with police or immigration agents. Officials advise residents to keep essential documents safe and develop an emergency plan (call 855-435-7693 for assistance) to protect their families. Journal & Topics Media Group
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Arlington Heights resident Matt Salatino, who was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes in 2009, improved his diet and training to keep his condition in check—he is now training for his 12th Chicago Marathon. Journal & Topics Media Group
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Homeowners make five common mistakes with property taxes every year such as paying twice, not updating addresses, missing exemptions, skipping partial payments, and waiting too long. The Cook County Treasurer’s Office offers free tools to track payments and refunds — checking bills early can help avoid extra costs. Journal & Topics Media Group
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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