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CHICAGO (CBS) — The topic of zoning might put many people to sleep, but not this next man you’re about to meet. Alan Krygowski found problems with a village map that might be a wakeup call for some property owners; like a stretch of homes marked down as businesses. READ MORE: Feds Seize 65,000 Counterfeit N95 Masks At O'Hare International Airport CBS 2 Morning Insider Lauren Victory dives into his dispute in south suburban Midlothian. Krygowski showed us a rental property that’s been in his family for 35 years; two separate apartments labeled as a two-flat on the original 1986 survey, and inspected as two  units in 2014 by the village of Midlothian. “The county calls it a two-unit. I’m taxed as a two-unit. My insurance company calls it a two-unit,” he said. But the 2020 Midlothian zoning map does not. Instead, his two-apartment home is marked as a single-family residence. The longtime realtor said that will affect eventual resale of the property. “My estimation is the … [Read more...] about Discrepancies On Midlothian Village Zoning Map Could Leave Property Owners In A Bind When Selling Or Rebuilding Homes

Federal investigators are looking at communications between members of Congress and the rioters who stormed the Capitol on Jan. 6, a U.S. official told CNN . The investigators, according to CNN, have look at communications between alleged rioters discussing their associations with Congress and includes indications of contact with lawmakers. However, it so far has not found that any lawmakers were involved with the riot or personally helped any of the rioters, the official said. ADVERTISEMENT Authorities have been investigating the pro-Trump rioters who stormed the Capitol on Jan. 6 for months and have been able to arrest hundreds of those involved in the riot that led to the deaths of five people. Officials are still arresting those who stormed the Capitol but are going to start focusing on those who planned the attack, who funded them and what connection, if any, lawmakers had. The FBI and Justice Department declined to comment to CNN. Rep. … [Read more...] about Feds looking at communications between lawmakers, Capitol rioters: report

Photo-Illustration: retailers The weather is warming up, and so are the sales. We found discounts on lots of things to brighten up this shoulder season between winter and spring, including yellow rainboots for her, a handsome chore coat for him, even a Le Creuset grill pan for those who want to barbecue but aren’t ready to stand around outside. (And, as always, if you want more sales coverage from the Strategist, sign up for our email newsletter .) Prana Hatcher Slim Flannel Shirt $40 $89 now 55% off $40 Backcountry’s Winter Clearance is still going strong, and though it’s mostly previous season’s picks that are on sale, there are some warm-weather-friendly finds — like this easy-to-layer flannel button-up. $40 at Backcountry Buy Stoic Cozy Patterned Fleece Jacket $23 $65 now 65% off $23 This cozy-looking fleece is also available in white, blush pink, and a purple-gray that the … [Read more...] about 22 Things on Sale You’ll Actually Want to Buy: From Everlane to Veja

Wisconsin Democrats are denouncing a GOP-authored state bill that would protect young Americans from the intrusion of transgender ideology into their sports and games. “When code words like ‘fairness’ and ‘leveling the playing field’ are brought forth in these bills, these are dog whistles for discrimination and exclusion,” Democratic Rep. Lee Snodgrass declared as she announced the Democrats’ opposition to the protection bill. She continued: We’ve learned under four years of ex-President Trump that when Republicans want to stir up their base, they seek forms of bigotry, stoke fear, and perpetuate false narratives about marginalized groups. When you are fed a steady diet of Fox News narratives, wedge issues, and other attacks [become] lazy fast lanes to the support for your cause. The Wisconsin “Protecting Women in Sports Act” bill was introduced on March 2 by GOP Rep. Barabra Dittrich. The GOP controls the state House and Senate, but the Democrats hold the governor’s office. … [Read more...] about Wisconsin Democrat: Sports Protection Bill Is Anti-Transgender Bigotry

MIAMI (CBSMiami) – United Teachers of Dade president Karla Hernández-Mats released a video on Wednesday thanking President Joe Biden for making vaccines available to educators in the county. Here is what she had to say: READ MORE: Plantation Man Accused Of Scamming $300,000 From Elderly Residents “Today, there is a lot of excitement because teachers are excited that President Biden has opened vaccinations for all K through 12 teachers.” “And this news has hit, you know, our schools in a very rapid way. We’re seeing slots being filled very quickly. And our teachers are excited that President Biden has provided this opportunity for them.” READ MORE: Stimulus Check Update: Are Relief Payments Bad For The Economy? “We know that this is part of the Biden plan for the first 100 days of his administration.” “He promised that he would make this available to teachers or to their education staff and we are glad to see him fulfill His promises.” MORE NEWS: Customer Loyalty … [Read more...] about United Teachers Of Dade President Karla Hernández-Mats Thanks President Biden For Making Vaccines Available For Teachers