Local Government

Forest Park business owner Wilson enters mayoral race

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Trimaine Wilson, a 25-year Forest Park resident who owns two local businesses, has entered the April 6 mayoral race as the second announced candidate alongside Michelle Melin-Rogovin, running on financial transparency and addressing the village's deficit.

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Local Government

Forest Park business owner Wilson enters mayoral race

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Local Government

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Local Government

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Education

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Education

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Public Safety

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