The race for Cook County Assessor is heating up, with incumbent Fritz Kaegi and challenger Pat Hynes recently debating strategies for managing rising property taxes. During a Chicago Report Debate reported by Fox 32 Chicago, the central point of contention was how to balance the need for revenue with concerns about overburdening homeowners and small businesses. The debate also touched on a proposed state bill that could allow the Chicago Bears to negotiate lower property taxes for a new stadium