Orland Lawsuit Against Former Mayor Will Proceed, Village Wants Documents Back
Cook County court allowed Orland Park's claim over former mayor's use of confidential records to proceed while striking two counts, maintaining a temporary restraining order.
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Former Orland Park Mayor Warns of Free Speech Fight and Rapid Demographic Change in Southwest Suburbs
A legal battle involving the former mayor of Orland Park has become a flashpoint in a broader debate over free speech, local governance, and the impact of rapid demographic change in Chicago’s southwest suburbs. Keith Pekau, who served two terms as mayor before losing reelection this spring, joined Chicago’s Morning Answer to discuss ongoing litigation brought against him by the village he once led. Pekau said the case is less about personal gri…
Status of Temporary Restraining Order Against Former Mayor Keith Pekau for Releasing Confidential Village Information
Status of Temporary Restraining Order Against Former Mayor Keith Pekau for Releasing Confidential Village Information On December 12, 2025, Cook County Circuit Court Judge Caroline Kate Moreland denied former Mayor Keith Pekau’s motion to dismiss, allowing the Village’s lawsuit to proceed. The court determined that the Village’s allegations regarding the improper retention and use of... Read More “Status of Temporary Restraining Order Against Fo…
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