Government & Law

Chat with a Librarian

Librarians are available to chat when the Main Library is open.

Featured Resource

Public Records Electronic Databases

Find new homeowners, new businesses, foreclosures and bankruptcies for Cook, DuPage, Kane, Kendall, Lake, McHenry & Will Counties.

Databases

CQ Electronic Library

This database includes:

CQ Washington Information Directory: Descriptive and contact information for government agencies, elected officials, nonprofits and public interest groups.
CQ Public Affairs Collection: An essential reference source covering public policy issues.
CQ Researcher: In-depth, non-biased coverage of today's most important issues. Covers a wide range of social, economic, political and environmental issues.
CQ Weekly: A complete source for expert coverage of the U.S. Congress, including status of bills, votes and amendments, floor and committee activity, and backroom maneuvering.

Gale LegalForms

A collection of simple forms which can be downloaded, edited, printed, and saved. The information entered is held in absolute privacy. From Gale / Cengage Learning.

PDF icon Gale LegalForms Guide

GPO Monthly Catalog

U.S. government publications. An OCLC database.

Use the following to log-in:

Authorization number: 100107379

Password: gxft#very

Public Records Electronic Databases

Find new homeowners, new businesses, foreclosures and bankruptcies for Cook, DuPage, Kane, Kendall, Lake, McHenry & Will Counties.

Web Sites

AARP Tax-Aide Site Locator

The AARP Tax-Aide program offers free one-on-one counseling, as well as assistance on the telephone and internet to help individuals prepare basic tax forms. Search for the location nearest you by entering a zip code.