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Run for the Border

Indiana's lower taxes could be attractive to Cook County businesses looking to escape higher taxes here.
Cook County Taxes
If you live in Cook County you're probably wondering how next year's proposed tax hikes could affect your wallet. If you live in Chicago, you might be twice as concerned. To help sort it all out, Chicago Public Radio takes a closer look at some of these taxes, and some of the reasons they're being proposed.
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Run for the Border

Indiana's lower taxes could be attractive to Cook County businesses looking to escape higher taxes here.

Posted on 11.2.2007
Do Aldermen Need Bigger Office Budgets?

A hefty jump is proposed for the spending accounts of Chicago aldermen.

Posted on 11.2.2007
Residents Torn Over Library Tax Hike

Several support new libraries, but most say they don't want higher property taxes.

Posted on 11.1.2007
Chicago's Plans to Expand its Surveillance System

Cameras, cameras, cameras. What Chicago's planning for its already widespread surveillance network.

Posted on 10.31.2007
Chicago Pushes for More Expensive Beers

Chicago Mayor Richard Daley has proposed increasing alcohol taxes in the city.

Posted on 10.31.2007
Spending to Save Cook County Health Care

Our series looking at new taxes, what they might mean next year, and of course, why?

Posted on 10.30.2007
Parking Tax Increase: Commuter Hardship or Budget Fix?

The Cook County Board considers boosting what some call a "commuter tax."

Posted on 10.30.2007
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