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BREAKING NEWS: President Trump scores a HUGE Supreme Court victory—clearing the way for deportations as New York’s Hochul and Letitia James FUME over the ruling. Meanwhile, markets are RALLYING on news of a Middle East ceasefire and the potential for peace, with oil prices sliding again. Could a Nobel Peace Prize be next for Trump? Not if AOC and fellow Democrats have their way — they’re now pushing for impeachment hearings. Of course, Trump has a thing or two to say about that…he absolutely roasts AOC (as well as Rep Jasmine Crockett) in a new social media post!
At the same time, the Democrat Party is in major trouble, with key donors pulling their funding—and serious questions about what a socialist win in New York would mean for both the party and the state.
And finally — Disney’s Snow White flop just won’t go away: star Rachel Zegler is once again playing the victim after her movie’s spectacular failure.https://www.youtube.com/live/1CGAYushR8c?si=dLnDsWmyJUrUxuNq
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President Donald Trump called Illinois Governor JB Pritzker the worst governor in the nation.
The issue of increased immigration enforcement in Chicago and other Democrat-run cities took center stage Monday with President Donald Trump calling Pritzker “probably the worst” governor in the country. Besides being the most obese governor in the nation, the wide body 5’5″ 500 pound governor is now the worst governor in America.
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On 05-3-2025 at approximately 2330 hours I was working the line of a department authorized DWI checkpoint at Unser and Rainbow for all northbound traffic. The checkpoint was well lit, had official signs, orange cones, and marked Sheriff’s Department vehicles. While working the line I observed a Gray Ford truck approaching the orange cones that designate two lanes of traffic. I briefly contacted the driver (later identified as Jonathan Franco) and could immediately smell the strong odor of an alcoholic beverage coming from Francos’s breath as Franco spoke with me and I could see that Franco had blood shot and watery eyes. I asked Franco if he had consumed any alcoholic beverages that evening to which Franco replied yes that he had consumed one or two beers about one hour prior to my contact. I conducted a Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus test with Franco still in the vehicle and turned to face me square on where I did observe lack of smooth pursuit. I asked Franco to exit the vehicle, upon exiting the vehicle I did observe a child in the backseat of the vehicle who Franco advised was his six-year-old daughter. On a smooth, level, and well-lit surface, free of any debris, Franco conducted standardized field sobriety tests. The first test performed was the Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus test. Franco was provided instruction per the NHTSA standards and did not advise of glasses, contacts or any medical issues that would prevent him from participation. During the test Franco showed Lack of smooth pursuit in both eyes, showed distinct and sustained nystagmus at maximum deviation in both eyes and onset nystagmus at forty five degrees in both eyes. The second test performed was the walk and turn test. Franco was provided the instructions for his part per the NHTSA standard. I demonstrated the test and at the conclusion of instruction I did ask Franco if he understood the test as I had explained and performed the test to which he replied he did. Franco was instructed to start the test and stepped offline twice, missed heel to toe twice, raised his arms and performed an improper turn.
The third test performed was the one leg stand test. Franco was placed in the required position and provided instructions per NHTSA. I performed the test and explained it to Franco and at the conclusion of the test I did ask Franco if he understood the test to which he replied he did. Franco was instructed to start the test and during the test Franco did sway, used arms for balance and put his foot down one time. Franco performed poorly on these tests and was ultimately placed under arrest for DWI. The New Mexico Implied Advisory was read on scene where he agreed to submit to testing, Franco submitted two breath samples (after a 20 minute deprivation period which started at 2343 hours and ending at 0003) using a certified and functioning Intoxilizer 9000 that were .08g/210L BrAC and .08g/210L BrAC. After a resource check of Franco I found that this was Francos first DWI. Once all booking paperwork was completed Franco was transported and booked. A guardian was contacted and responded to the scene and was identified as Franco’s family member. With Franco’s permission the child was released into her custody after she was checked using government resources that she was valid and had no wants or warrants. The vehicle Franco was operating was also released into the family members custody. -
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Attached you will see the three stooges who are governors of three Sanctuary Cities. The three stooges are testifying before Congressional hearings concerning Immigration Enforcement and Deporting illegal immigrants. Tampon Tim Waltz of Minnesota, The fattest governor in the nation 5’5″ 500 pounder Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, and New York Governor Katherine Hochel.
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As of 2025, Tulsi Gabbard is an American politician, a military veteran, and the 8th Director of National Intelligence (DNI). She was born on April 12, 1981, in Leloaloa, American Samoa. Being the fourth of five children, she moved to Hawaii at the age of two. Her father, Mike Gabbard, a Hawaii state senator of Samoan descent, brought her up in a multicultural household alongside her mother, Carol Porter Gabbard, who embraced Hinduism. In addition, Gabbard is a practicing Hindu and a Krishna devotee. As such, she became the first Hindu and Samoan-American to serve in the U.S. Congress and Cabinet. She got her degree in business administration from Hawaii Pacific University, attaining a Bachelor of Science diploma in 2009.
Gabbard has had multiple careers throughout her lifetime. These include being active in politics, the military, and numerous NGOs. She is still known for being the youngest woman to serve in the state legislature. She worked as a representative for 2 years. As a West Oahu representative, she promoted clean energy and environmental protection legislation. After some time while serving in the military, she resumed her political career, and in 2010, she assumed a post as a Honolulu City Council member until 2012.
Gabbard served as a Democrat for Hawaii’s 2nd Congressional District in the United States House of Representatives from 2013 to 2021. During her time in office, she was active on the Armed Services, Foreign Affairs, and Financial Services committees. She made history by being the first female combat veteran, Hindu, and Samoan-American to serve in Congress.
Her military career started with her enlistment in the Hawaii Army National Guard in 2003. She was deployed to Iraq (2004–2005) as a medical unit specialist, receiving a Combat Medical Badge, and to Kuwait (2008–2009) as a military police platoon leader. In 2020, she transitioned to the U.S. Army Reserve and was promoted to lieutenant colonel in 2021. She commanded the 1st Battalion, 354th Regiment in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and worked as a civil affairs officer in the Horn of Africa in 2021, holding a top-secret security clearance.
Gabbard began as a Democrat and served as vice chair of the Democratic National Committee until 2016, when she resigned to endorse Bernie Sanders for the 2016 election and run for president herself in 2020 on an anti-interventionist military policy. She supported Biden in 2020, remaining publicly critical of American military involvement in the Middle East. In 2017, Gabbard stirred controversy with her meeting with Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, with many accusing her of being a victim of Russian disinformation. In 2022, she became an independent after leaving the Democratic Party, later citing “woke ideologues” as culprits for the Democrats’ spiral into “an elitist cabal of warmongers.” She fully transitioned to the Republican Party in 2024.
She was a Trump supporter in August 2024, and by November 2024, he had nominated her as DNI, which the Senate confirmed in February 2025 in a contentious 52 to 48 vote.
Gabbard has been married twice, first to Eduardo Tamayo from 2002 to 2006 and now to Abraham Williams since 2015. An avid surfer, she co-founded the Healthy Hawai’i Coalition as a teenager. She sponsored several campaigns as a legislator, including finance reform, veterans’ rights, and civil liberties. Although Gabbard later modified her views and became an advocate for LGBTQ rights, she originally faced considerable backlash for anti-LGBTQ policies. In 2020, she became well-known for sponsoring a bill to drop charges against Edward Snowden and Julian Assange, which garnered attention for her civil liberties focus. Additionally, Gabbard has hosted *The Tulsi Gabbard Show* podcast and published the book For Love of Country in 2024.
As Gabbard’s first order of business as DNI, she supervises the 18 agencies under the DNI’s purview, including the CIA and FBI. Her lack of traditional intelligence experience did not quell the debate regarding her nomination, given her history of unorthodox views, party switch, and divided reputation for foreign policy.
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Whitney Houston and Kevin Costner: The Enduring Allure of The Bodyguard Soundtrack
The Bodyguard-themed score undoubtedly remains one of the most celebrated. Released with the film in 1992, it was propelled into innovation through its collapsible genre versatility, showcasing pop, R&B, soul, and ballad silhouettes. What added to the accolade was Houston’s powerful and astonishing performance of “I Will Always Love You,” highlighted within the movie’s soundtrack. Beyond what was discussed as pure entertainment, the synergistic dynamics of Costner and Houston seeped timeless appeal and romantic magnetism into the air with every love song they shared.
The Evolution of ‘The Bodyguard’
To construct a musical behemoth like The Bodyguard, hiring Whitney Houston alone as the romantic lead was a faux pas for Create-Koz. The tenderness of their emotional spark was neatly escalated with her easier ontogenic niche, exuberant dancing. Her adept enterprise acumen had always suggested carefree ease, unrelated to romance, joy, exuberant sex appeal, or flirtation. In frankness, expressionless, bite-sized kaleidoscopes that make up societal emotions had morphed into adulation of her.
The plot revolves around a former bodyguard turned professional protector, Frank Farmer, played by Costner, for his new client, a mainstream actress and singer, Rachel Marron, played by Houston, who faces neck-deep rivalry in her field. Tackling stalking concerns efficiently through physical prevention became an effective damage control. The release date for this was set to align for synchrony during the holidays, giving parents ease from school to take them. Because it resonated with the teens from then on, a box office estimate was set to nullify every single animation that aired.
The Bodyguard’s origins trace back to the mid-1970s when Kasdan wrote it as a script for Steve McQueen and Diana Ross. After receiving multiple rejections and undergoing several changes, the project remained stagnant until Oscar-winning actor Costner, who basked in the glory of his success with Dances with Wolves, came to its rescue. He assumed the role of Frank, and, in addition to acting, he produced the film, thereby assuming a critical role in its development. He made the momentous decision to cast Houston for her first acting role.
Houston, who was already an international music star and had sold millions with her albums Whitney Houston and Whitney, was reluctant to accept the role of Rachel Marron. She was concerned about the backlash she would receive for trying to act, which many pop stars had found difficult. On his part, Costner thought that she would be ideal not only because of her looks but also because her presence commanded amazing attention. He infamously said, “I will not let you fall,” and urged her not to take acting classes, claiming that she would do wonderfully if left on her own. Their mutual trust allowed the film to connect with audiences, irrespective of the negative reviews it received from critics.
The Soundtrack That Conquered the World
Although The Bodyguard offered romance, action, and suspense, its unforgettable soundtrack was the film’s legacy, surpassing 50 million copies sold and earning the title of best-selling soundtrack album. Whitney Houston’s contribution of six songs turned the film into a cultural phenomenon. The Grammy Award for Album of the Year was granted to The Bodyguard soundtrack, and its songs “I Have Nothing” and “Run To You” capped off an Oscar nomination for Best Original Song.
Houston’s cover of Dolly Parton’s “I Will Always Love You” is arguably the album’s centerpiece. Parton penned and recorded the song in 1973 as a goodbye to her musical companion Porter Wagoner. She sang it as a soaring R&B ballad that David Foster produced. Kevin Costner decided to include the song, but only if sung a cappella, a bold move that scared record executives, terrified of the song receiving airplay. Other options like Jimmy Ruffin’s “What Becomes of the Brokenhearted” were pitched but turned down.
To this day, Houston is recognized for her a cappella intro with the ethereal line, “If I should stay…” which has been credited as one of the greatest moments in music history. In David Foster’s words, “When she opened her mouth, I realized that Kevin Costner had come up with one of the greatest ideas in the history of movie music.” While watching the recording, Houston’s mother, Cissy, told Foster, “You’re witnessing greatness right now.” The combination of the song’s peak moment, which is emotionally powerful, and Houston’s unmatched vocal prowess made it a phenomenon, reaching the top of the Billboard Hot 100 chart for 14 consecutive weeks and becoming one of the best-selling singles in history.
Highlighted other tracks consist of:
“I Have Nothing”:
A forceful ‘power ballad’ that Houston conveys heartbreak beautifully in Rachel’s singer’s portrayal after Frank ends their affair.
“Run to You”:
This song depicts a turbulent turning point in the relationship. It is also part of a music video depicting Rachel and Frank’s romance.
“I’m Every Woman”:
Houston performs an energizing and empowering song in one of Rachel’s concerts early in the film.
“Queen of the Night”:
This is an upbeat one. Rachel’s concert in the film gets chaotic, and Frank saves her from the riot. Then she screams this high-octane “Queen of the Night.”
“Jesus Loves Me” is a sweet moment with Rachel and her sister Nicki. This duet later recurs during Nicki’s funeral.
As a late pop icon and early movie star, Houston gives out the “I” in the case study of Whitney Houston.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xpbrl2V6qgQ
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Evicting renters in a four-unit Chicago building where the owner resides is governed by Illinois law and the Chicago Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance (RLTO), which outlines specific regulations that must be followed. Adherence to every law detail is critical, as sidestepping regulations could result in unnecessary obstacles and legal disputes. In this article, I will explain how to legally remove two renters—one for Nonpayment of rent, the second for not paying rent and for breaching the lease by keeping pets without permission—while discussing the intricacies of the process. I will also explain the latest updates on eviction laws in Illinois and offer tailored guidance relevant to your case.
Challenges of Eviction in an Owner-Occupied Quad in Chicago
Evictions of tenants in a quad unit building in Chicago, where the owner occupies one of the units, are difficult for these reasons:
Chicago RLTO Protections:
The RLTO applies to your building as it is not exempt under the ordinance, which means it’s not an owner-occupied building with six or fewer units (these are not fully exempt under the law). The RLTO has specific compliance scriveners, tenant notice of violation, enforcement of renter protections, and retaliatory or illegal eviction protections.
Court Process:
In Illinois, a judicial process is involved in eviction, making initiating a lawsuit at the Cook County Circuit Court for an eviction order mandatory. This is a complicated custodial process with notice compliance, documentation, scheduling, and hearings, especially in contested matters.
Tenant Defenses:
Tenants may defend themselves by claiming landlord breach of duty and retaliatory eviction, which can stall the matter. The option to cure lease violations in Chicago gives renters more rights to make corrections, so the process becomes more complicated.
Sheriff Enforcement:
Only the Cook County Sheriff’s office has enforcement powers so that scheduling can add to processing time.
Practical Challenges:
“Pay-and-stay” agreements for rent not being paid are difficult to execute as tenants are likely out of cash.
The issue may be more difficult to address if a tenant disputes the violation of the lease agreement involving large dogs or refuses to get rid of them.
As an owner-occupant of a smaller building, you enjoy some exemptions under the Cook County Residential Tenant Landlord Ordinance (RTLO) whereby you can evict someone without some of the restrictions that larger landlords would face. However, within the limits of the city of Chicago, the RLTO takes priority, and you will need to follow its provisions.
Process for Removing the Two Tenants
The following is a simple procedure to remove the two tenants, one for failure to pay rent and the other for failing to pay rent and committing a lease violation by bringing in unauthorized Old English Mastiffs. Remember, you must attend to each tenant individually because their cases are based on different grounds for eviction.
Tenant 1: Nonpayment of Rent
Serve a 5-Day Notice to Pay or Quit
Requirement:
If the tenant fails to pay rent, landlords are required under the law (735 ILCS § 5/9-209) to issue a 5-day notice calling for full payment of the outstanding balance. In Chicago, this notice is subject to the RLTO.
Content:
The notice must capture the following information:
- Tenant’s name and address.
- The balance of rent due (provide the dollar amount).
- Explain that the tenant has 5 days to pay in full or move out.
- Indicate the date notice is issued and the timeline for compliance, which is five days after receipt.
Service:
Deliver the notice via:
- Handing it directly to the tenant.
- Substitute service to a person over 13 at the tenant’s residence.
- Through the mail, certified or registered with return receipt requested.
- Posting on the premises if no one is available (less common).
Timing:
The 5-day window begins when the notice is received, not counting holidays. If it does not fall on a working day, it is extended to the next business day.
Chicago RLTO Note:
In the scope of the Chicago RLTO, if a tenant fulfills the payment obligations, including any additional court fees from a filed eviction case, within the stipulated 5 days, you are mandated to accept it and must then stop further eviction actions. Post Chicago notice period, tenants have a one-time opportunity to ‘pay and stay’ by settling all outstanding rent and court fees before the eviction order is issued.
File an E-viction Lawsuit:
Should the tenant not comply with the payment or vacate the premises within the indicated five days, initiating an eviction complaint in the Cook County Circuit Court (First Municipal District, Daley Center for the Chicago Properties) is necessary.
Required Documents:
- A photocopy of the signed lease document.
- 5-day notice along with its terms of service, such as an affidavit or return receipt.
- Illinois Legal Aid Online or the court provides an eviction complaint form.
Filing:
Most civil cases must be e-filed in Illinois. An account with an e-filing service provider is mandatory to access the system. In Cook County, filing fees are charged between $200 and $300 and depend on the claim’s amount.
Summons:
In Cook County, summons must be served 7 days before the hearing date. A sheriff or process server (not you) must serve the summons and complaint. The court will then issue a summons.
Court Hearing:
Show up to the court hearing on the date set on your calendar or within the 7-40 days range post-summon issuance. Make sure to carry the following:
- The lease document.
- The 5-day notice alongside the proof of service.
- Evidence of Nonpayment, such as payment records or bank statements.
- All written communication regarding the unpaid rent is with the tenant.
- Tenants have the right to raise their defenses in this first hearing.
Here are some of the fictitious reasons tenants argue:
- Claiming they made payments when they didn’t (you’ll need proof they didn’t).
- Alleging the unit is not suitable for living, hence the rent should be lower (eg, unrepaired issues).
- Retaliation is also a common defense (e.g., alleges you are evicting because they reported code violations).
- If the judge is on your side, they will issue an eviction order.
- The court may postpone enforcement for 60-180 days if the tenant has been granted a payment extension.
Sheriff Enforcement:
If the tenant fails to leave after the eviction order is given, apply to the Cook County Sheriff to enforce the eviction. Only the sheriff can eject the tenant forcibly (not you, as that would be illegal self-help eviction). You are required to be there during the eviction.
The sheriff evicts the tenant but does not take their property. Under Illinois law, you must deal with the eviction of the personal property separately.
Tenant 2: Nonpayment of Rent and Lease Violation (Unauthorized Pets)
The tenant case combines Nonpayment and a lease violation (ownership of two Old English Mastiffs, which are large dogs, in defiance of the lease). You can seek eviction on both angles, although it is often best to concentrate on one to streamline the process. As is usually the case, Nonpayment is easier to establish. Still, the lease violation may counterdefend more strongly if there is a dispute over Nonpayment.
Serve Notices:
For Nonpayment:
Follow the same procedures as above for the 5-day notice to pay or quit.
For Lease Violation:
According to the RLTO of Chicago, a breach of lease terms, such as having unauthorized pets, requires a 10-day notice to comply or quit.
Content:
The notice must include:
- The tenant’s name and address.
- The specific lease provision violated (cite the no-pet clause or pet restrictions).
- A violation cure statement, e.g., “The tenant has 10 days to cure the violation (e.g., remove the dogs) or vacate.”
- The notice and compliance deadline are stated.
Service:
Follow the same procedures as the 5-day notice (personal delivery, substitute service, certified mail, or posting).
Chicago RLTO Specifics:
Compared to other Illinois residents, Chicago residents can cure lease infractions within 10 days (for instance, removing the dogs). If they cure the violation, it will not be possible to proceed with eviction based on that violation. On the other hand, if the dogs are not removed, you can initiate an eviction action.
Strategic Note:
You can issue both the 5-day notice (for Nonpayment) and the 10-day notice (for the lease violation) simultaneously, but each has to be issued separately. If the tenant makes the rent payment but does not comply with removing the dogs, you may still evict him for the lease breach. On the other hand, if he removes the dogs but does not pay rent, surrendering the lease premises, you may sue him for Nonpayment.
File an Eviction Lawsuit:
- If the tenant does not pay or remove the dogs during the respective notice periods, initiate an eviction complaint in the Cook County Circuit Court.
- State both causes (Nonpayment and lease violation) in the complaint, together with:
- The lease document (marked the no-pets clause or any pertinent section with pet restrictions).
- The 5-day and 10-day notices with proof of service provided.
- Proof of lease violation (photos showing dogs on the premises, admissions by the tenant, or complainants who are the neighbors).
Summons and Filing
This is a continuation of the same steps as for Tenant 1. This includes summons and filing.
Court Hearing:
Cover proof for the Nonpayment as well as the lease breach. For the dogs:
- Explain how the lease either explicitly bans pets/or limits the breed and size of pets allowed (if applicable).
- Present proof of ownership of the Old English Mastiffs (photos, witness statements, or vet records if available).
Possible tenant arguments:
- The lease doesn’t explicitly ban large dogs (ensure clarity).
- They cured the breach by removing the pets (confirm that they have been removed).
- Eviction is retaliatory (you are suing for other reasons).
- Despite these combined arguments, it is still possible to win, provided sufficient proof is provided.
- Should the judge side with you, however, an eviction order will be issued.
Sheriff Enforcement:
This follows the same procedure as Tenant 1 concerning having the sheriff enforce the eviction order.
Important Issues and Concerns
Exemptions under Chicago RLTO:
Your four-unit owner-occupied building is subject to the Chicago RLTO. However, certain provisions (e.g., some notice requirements) may be more lenient for owner-occupants. Nonetheless, the full RLTO anti-lockout provisions and applicable notice requirements still apply. You cannot change locks, remove doors, or cut utilities to tenant-hostile release terms—tenants could sue you for two months’ rent or damages plus attorney fees for termination of services.
Tenant’s Right to Cure Defenses:
The RLTO allows tenants with dogs 10 days to remove the dogs. You cannot evict them if they comply with the pet infraction. However, you can still pursue contractual Nonpayment of rent.
Pay-and-Stay Terms:
In Chicago, tenants have a one-time right to pay all outstanding rent and associated court costs before the issuance of an eviction order. This right extends to both tenants. You must grant them the right to cease non-claim payment if satisfied.
Record Keeping/ Document Preservation:
Meticulously maintain the following:
- Notice documents along with proof of service.
- The lease agreement outlining the payment terms includes rent, pets, and other obligations.
- Court evidence of Nonpayment, including bank capture image statements or payment history snapshots.
- Proof of dogs on the premises (photographic evidence, complaints from neighbors, or breach of lease notifications). Tenant assistance services.
The role of Chicago is very complicated, and so are the potential defenses that may arise. I think it is strongly recommended that you speak to a qualified landlord-tenant attorney. Legal services may be accessed at a telephonic level for Cook County Legal Aid for Housing & Debt through 855-956-5763 and Rentervention at 312-347-7600. For other resources, you may visit https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/doh/provdrs/renters/svcs/eviction-and-lockout-resources.html
Timeline.
Based on the tenant’s interactions and responses to the notice, the process can take an average of 30-90 days. Suppose the tenant raises valid defenses or contests the eviction. In that case, there is a high likelihood of delay in the process as a whole. For more information, visit https://ipropertymanagement.com/laws/illinois-eviction-process .
Financial Impact.
No rent is received during eviction proceedings, and additional costs are incurred. All filing, sheriff, and legal fees must be accounted for, making the average total between 200 and 300 dollars. In contrast, could you develop a proposed move-out agreement where back rent can be forgiven if they leave by a specific day? More information available here https://www.illinoislegalaid.org/legal-information/understanding-eviction-tenant
Updated Eviction Laws for Illinois 2021- 2025 Click County RTLO 2021:
Navigate through your building under the RTLO of Chicago. Cook County’s regulations are relevant for suburban properties, too. The RTLO supplements the RLTO by enforcing stronger anti-lockout and notice restrictions with lease break, including a five-day notice period for Nonpayment and a ten-day notice for lease breaches.
Chicago Fair Notice Ordinance:
This was enacted in 2020 and effectively states that lease terminations require a 3-month notice for tenants remaining for over 6 months and a 4-month notice for anyone leasing for over 3 years.
This does not directly address nonpayment or lease violation evictions. Still, it’s relevant if you plan on lease terminations in the future.
Immigrant Tenant Protection Act (2019):
This is relevant regarding immigration status-based or ICE threat-based evictions, which I agree do not apply to your situation, but are nonetheless part of tenant protections in Illinois.
No Recent Moratoriums:
As of May 19, 2025, no COVID-19-related eviction moratoriums exist in Illinois or Chicago. This means you are unrestricted in your actions.
Practical Advice
Strengthen Your Lease:
For future tenants, ensure the lease explicitly forbids large dogs and specifies acceptable small dog breeds. Add clear terms describing breaches and lay out the procedures for eviction.
Negotiation Option:
Before court filings, could you consider offering one where you forgo back rent in exchange for the tenants vacating on or before a certain date (4 to 6 weeks)? This eliminates court and time delays and is ten times more likely if the tenants have no intention of paying. Please make sure the contract grants neutral references and confidentiality in all discussions.
Document the Dogs:
Old English Mastiffs’ tenant documentation includes lease breach evidence, such as photographs and neighbors’ complaints.
Resources
Cook County Legal Aid for Housing & Debt:
For free legal or mediation services, call 855-956-5763.
Rentervention:
For confidential help, call 312-347-7600 or visit rentervention.com. While they primarily assist tenants, they can provide guidance on the process.
Illinois Legal Aid Online:
Provides access to forms and instructions for drafting eviction notices and complaints.
Cook County Circuit Court:
You may initiate your eviction case at Daley Center (First Municipal District) or check e-filing rules at http://www.cookcountycourt.org.
Further Guidance
Avoid Self-Help:
Under Illinois law and the Chicago RLTO, removing tenants by changing locks, removing personal property, or shutting off utilities is illegal and could result in penalties or litigation.
Mitigate Losses:
Consider raising rent for the unit occupant who pays as you work through the eviction process (with proper 60- or 120-day notice according to Fair Notice Ordinance) or find new tenants faster to reduce loss.
Removing the two tenants from your owner-occupied four-unit building in Chicago is possible, but it must comply fully with the Chicago RLTO and Illinois law. For the tenant who does not pay rent, issue a 5-day notice to pay or quit, and take them to court if necessary. For the tenant with Nonpayment and dogs without proper authorization, serve a 5-day notice (for rent) and a 10-day notice to comply or quit (regarding the dogs), allowing them to cure the violation by removing the dogs. The entire procedure may take between 30 and 90 days, and the expenses of filing fees would total around $200-$300, along with attorney fees, if applicable. Could you speak to a landlord-tenant attorney to avoid making mistakes, especially with Chicago’s pro-tenant atmosphere, and consider negotiation for faster move-out timelines? Everything should be documented, and no self-help eviction strategies should be used.
I can customize your guidance if you provide additional information (e.g., lease details, communication with tenants, or specific figures owed). Would you like me to make a sample eviction notice form or walk you through any specific step in more detail?
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This reply was modified 4 months, 3 weeks ago by
Sapna Sharma.