From social media privacy in the workplace to a ban on shark fins (no, really) and stricter rules for firearms card applicants, more than 150 new laws will take effect in Illinois on New Year’s Day.
As we ring in the New Year here in Illinois, more than 150 new laws will hit the books, including legislation aimed at increasing employee privacy, a new law that cracks down on parents of underage drinkers and more. Here’s a roundup of just some of 2013’s new rules and regulations. RELATED: SEX OFFENDER, CHILD LURING LAWS TAKE EFFECT JAN. 1
The most read articles on Barrington Patch from the year.
Barrington Patch published thousands of articles over the course of the year. Some of the most popular include a mix of crime stories, and tales of residents doing great things. Here are the five most read stories from 2012: Pedestrian Killed on Union Pacific Northwest Tracks Sheriff's Office Searches for Missing North Barrington Woman Barrington Hills Couple Found Dead, Murder Suicide Suspected Fallen Marine's Gifts Delivered to Afghan Girl Former Barrington High School Chairperson Arrested on Theft Charges What was the most memorable article of 2012 for you?
A list of bars and restaurants hosting parties or dinners on New Year's Eve.
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Thursday, December 27, 2012
Carlos and Carlos http://carlosandcarloschicago.com/ Reservations starting at 5 p.m. offering regular dinner menu selections. A DJ and dancing starts at 9:30 p.m. with a complimentary champagne toast at midnight. Call 847-259-2600. Atlantis Banquets http://www.atlantisbanquets.com/new-years-eve.php ‘A Night in Vienna’ Strolling violinist, seven course dinner, open bar, concert by Viennese Symphony of Chicago, dancing, champagne toast, party favors and sweet/fruit table. Call 847-693-1119. Clementi’s http://clementirestaurant.com/ Dinner alone, and dinner/alcohol packages available while The Fair Lanes perform hits from the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s. Late night packages also available. Starting at 8:30 p.m. until 1 a.m. Call 847-253-3544. …
