Amtrak officer s get a 5 Star rating from me. They have went above and beyond their duty. They are…read morealways making sure we are safe at the Chicago Amtrak station.I always feel safe knowing they are there watching out for us travelers, and on top of that they always willing to lend a helping hand. They help me with my luggage to the point where I was to wait for an Uber late at night. Thank you so much. I am sorry I can't remember the names , It was a female and a male officer. They should be recognized for this good deed they have done and for every thing else they do for all of us on a daily basis.

Giant group of Amish that we 'travelled with' from Glenwood Springs, Colorado to Union Station…read moreChicago; never once wearing their masks. They were in the waiting room directly across from two police officers while they waited for their connection. Neither officer decided to bother this group of at least 20 people with a request to pull their masks up over their faces. Look, I believe in the freedom of religion and your right to leave your health to God... wonderful! Your choice! I am on the other hand listening to the scientists and praying to God I don't get Covid; but no matter our beliefs if the law says "wear your mask"... WEAR YOUR MASK and if you're an officer sworn to uphold that law... UPHOLD THE LAW or just play go home and play with your gun.

We love living in Des Plaines: "City of Destiny!" Schools are good (especially the year-round…read moreschool Iroquois (K-8), the Park District actually spends good money on parks for the people (which they actually use a lot), the Police are respectful and not annoying (they show up ultra fast), property taxes are relatively low, and folks are diverse and regular (not suburban snotty and entitled). For whatever reason, housing prices are more affordable in Des Plaines than in neighboring towns like Park Ridge, and Mt. Prospect. Probably some of the lowest in the north and northwest suburbs. I like that, because it encourages diversity of household income levels as well as ethnicity. And that whole melange of people in Des Plaines encourages an atmosphere of tolerance and acceptance that is increasingly rare nowadays. It's a great city to raise kids in. You'll know your neighbors. You will become more tolerant and cosmopolitan. And become a better you. You'll probably also become pretty hot and attractive, as a result of your approachability. Place matters. And it's pronounced "American-style" Dez Planes, not the fancy French way (though we do owe the French a huge debt for the cool names of most of the towns here in the Midwest). And if you're into excluding others because of race, color, creed or income, please feel free to move elsewhere, into one of the many splendid gated suburban communities, where you will surely be safe from guys like me dating and marrying your sons or daughters.

The city of Des Plaines clearly is not overly concerned with the people who live here or the fact…read morethat this horrific place is driving down property values for homeowners. It's only going to get worse with the new parking "rules" for visitors, so local homeowners can plan on significantly increased visitor parking in front of their houses. Take it up with the city, see how far you get.

Julie Hamos is a long-time state representative from Evanston, Illinois who is preparing to run for…read morestatewide office. Julie began her advocacy work in Springfield in the 1970s and later she authored Illinois' first domestic violence laws. Julie has pursued a career dedicated to public service, with a commitment to give back to America after escaping with her family from Budapest in the midst of the 1956 Hungarian Revolution. She would be great for Illinois!

Not only are they HOT, but they are so, so, so friendly!…read more I came here with the boys I babysit so they could see the fire engines.. and not only did we get to see them, but we got a tour of the entire station, got to try on gear, and had our 6,452 questions answered by a very patient fire fighter! We also got to go inside both a fire engine and an ambulance - these guys totally made the day of two very happy little boys! And, if you're 21+, you can go out on a ride with them. Good times!

I have to agree with Tracy on all counts. I live in town, and see how busy they get…read more(surprisingly!!). My almost-4 year old daughter has been obsessed with firefighters for a couple years, and in the summer, we walk past the fire station at least once a day to see if the doors are open and the guys are out. They always have a friendly smile and hello, and field any questions she's brave enough to ask them. We cheer super loud for them in the Brookfield 4th of July parade every year. In short, they rock.

These are good people. When I purchased my home I did not understand the Senior Freeze & Senior…read moreExemption. As the purchaser You receive that benefit for one year unless You are a Senior. Otherwise the taxes can increase by approx. $10K, which makes the home unaffordable & unsellable. There are two property tax appeals in a year. Roughly Summer & Fall - the home owner has to protest the taxes to keep them the same. Ms. Coy and her people are great. They helped me through the process and helped me keep my home. Thanks

The Kluczynski building is part of a larger federal complex. It shares a plaza with the downtown…read morepost office, and across the street is the Dirksen federal courthouse, with the three forming the Federal Plaza. It is architecturally significant because it is a building designed by Mies van de Rohe, along with the other buildings. One thing that is somewhat distinct, and pleases the part of me that likes things symmetrical and neat, is that the seams of the building line up with the stones used in the plaza surrounding each building. My understanding is that this was done to establish a cohesion between the three buildings, even though they're separated by Dearborn Street. I absorbed some Mies history during the 11 years I worked for the university at which he remains the most famous person associated with it (even over 50 years after his death). The Kluczynski building is classical Mies architecture. The first floor is recessed from the rest of the building, and is fully wrapped in glass. There's no offices really on this floor, as is the case in so many of his other buildings, where the first floor is almost always a common space. Black steel and glass that rises 45 stories into the air is typically Miesian. In addition to being a Mies building, the Flamingo by Alexander Calder--one of Chicago's most recognizable pieces of public art--is located in the plaza between the Kluczynski building and the post office. This building houses offices for several different federal organizations: Labor, the Passport Agency, the federal credit union, the offices for the senators for Illinois, OPM, etc. You'll absolutely need ID when entering this building so come prepared.

What an outstanding crew. I stopped in today to apply for a passport. The clerks couldn't have been…read moremore patient and helpful. People are quick to complain about public workers but rarely take the time to say thanks and give praise for good work. Today I say thanks and acknowledge the fine work of the desk crew at the Norridge village hall. Thanks all , you made my visit quick and easy I just wanted to say thanks much Bob

The few times that I've gone here to village hall, I have found the village of Norridge staff to be…read morehelpful and polite. The only problem is that when the 2 weeks of early election voting is taking place, no special accommodations are made for the handicapped voters waiting in line. Standing up for more than 10 mins. becomes painful. The village officials should require the election judges using these premises to accommodate the handicapped. And to bring more than two voting machines, so the line doesn't back up out into the street and alley, like it has been.

This is the best township in all of DuPage and even Illinois! If you don't live here then move…read morehere. :)

Worthless. Website hours says 8-4pm. So I show up at 1pm to pick up their "free" entrance bond…read morethat I have to put $600 down for plus a $30 fee, so much for no cost as described on their own website, that I already called and setup, to find out the office is closed till 1:30. No wonder people are calling to abolish townships.