Research Guides: Evanston Politics and Government: News and Events

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City of Evanston Calendar
A comprehensive listing of government meetings and city-sponsored events
Cook County Government Calendar

Daily Herald (Cook County News)

FOIA Information for the City of Evanston
FOIA Information for Cook County Government
Public Access Counselor
This office within the Illinois Attorney General's Office works to resolve or mediate disputes between members of the public and public bodies concerning FOIA requests and compliance with OMA.
Open Government Guide
Published by the Reporter's Committee for Freedom of the Press, this is an excellent introduction to both the Illinois Freedom of Information Act (5 Ill. Comp. Stat. 140/) and the Illinois Open Meetings Act (5 Ill. Comp. Stat. 120/).