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Thornton Township Faces Lawsuits Amid Supervisor Transition

4/23/2025

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Thornton Township trustees have enlisted legal counsel to combat two lawsuits alleging free speech violations stemming from a chaotic January meeting. Supervisor Tiffany Henyard, who is named in the lawsuits, was absent from a recent gathering. As her term nears its end, residents are hopeful for a fresh start with a new supervisor stepping in on May 19.

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Story summary

Thornton Township trustees have enlisted legal counsel to combat two lawsuits alleging free speech violations stemming from a chaotic January meeting. Supervisor Tiffany Henyard, who is named in the lawsuits, was absent from a recent gathering. As her term nears its end, residents are hopeful for a fresh start with a new supervisor stepping in on May 19.