Rep. McLaughlin on civic engagement: 'The best thing that voters can do is to get involved in their local politics'
Illinois 52nd District State Representative Martin McLaughlin emphasized the importance of voters understanding their representation and local processes to enhance civic participation.
Virtual workshop offers Brookfield veterans guidance on property tax savings
Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi is inviting veterans to participate in a virtual workshop called "Property Tax Savings for Veterans" on November 20.
OPRFHS announces Prisms of Winter Concert dates and ticket sales
Tickets are now available for the Oak Park and River Forest High School (OPRFHS) Prisms of Winter Concert, which will take place on December 11 and 12, 2025, at 7 p.m. in the school auditorium.
- Cook County issues safety guidelines for pet owners ahead of winter storm
- Cook County urges driver safety as first winter storm brings snow
- Which ex-high school athletes from West Cook County area will compete in the week of Monday, Nov. 17?
- Village of La Grange seeks candidates for part-time fire inspector and police officer roles
- Village of La Grange offices to close for Veterans Day observance
La Grange schedules open house for South La Grange Road corridor study
An open house event for the South La Grange Road Corridor Study will take place on Monday, November 17, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Seventh Avenue School in La Grange, Illinois.
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Oak Park Police Department welcomes new officer and shares recent activity updates
The Oak Park Police Department announced on November 12-13, 2025, that Officer Daveon Finley has joined their team and released updated summaries of local police activity through their official Twitter account.
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Brookfield seeks sponsors for holiday tree donation program
As the 2025 Brookfield Holiday celebration nears, the Village of Brookfield is seeking sponsors for its Gift of Giving Tree program.
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Who from West Cook County area’s former high school standouts will be active on Sunday, Nov. 16?
These former West Cook County area high school standouts will be active on Sunday, Nov. 16.
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Hadestown Teen Edition showcases OPRF High School’s commitment through inclusive theater production
Under the direction of Michelle Bayer, Oak Park and River Forest High School’s fall musical, Hadestown Teen Edition, will be performed in the Little Theater.
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Which former West Cook County area high school stars will compete on Saturday, Nov. 15?
On Saturday, Nov. 15, these former West Cook County area high school standouts will be in action.
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River Forest Village President Adduci implores Wintrust: ‘Our residents and businesses deserve better’ than stalled Lake & Lathrop project
At a Cook County Court hearing, River Forest Village President Cathy Adduci urged Wintrust Bank to resolve the long-running foreclosure case over the "Lake & Lathrop" property, calling the site’s continued vacancy “a nuisance” and “a burden” on village residents and business owners.
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Brookfield announces winner of 2025 Halloween house decorating contest
Mark Infusino has been named the winner of the Brookfield Beautification Commission’s 2025 Halloween House Decorating Contest.
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Oak Park Police Department shares police activity updates and honors veterans in public posts
Oak Park Police Department released several updates between November 10 and November 11, 2025.
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Which ex-high school standouts from West Cook County area will play on Friday, Nov. 14?
Friday, Nov. 14 will see these former West Cook County area high school stars in competition.
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This week's entertainment event in West Cook County: Nov. 9-15
Don't miss out on this entertainment event happening in West Cook County this week.
