Despite its residents dealing with a high county and state tax burden, the village of Rosemont has spent millions on frivolous entertainment costs in recent years. Taxpayers shelled out $65,000 for pizza joint.

Christopher Stephens’ family ties landed him a position in local government – and an annual income far eclipsing that of local taxpayers.

The village of Rosemont is moving forward on a $60 million taxpayer-funded baseball stadium.

State and local tax hikes in Illinois have hurt economic growth, lowered the standard of living, and contributed to out-migration.

Trustees in Rosemont, Ill., voted to hike their mayor’s salary to $260,000 – a 53 percent raise.