West Cook County Consolidated Election Day is coming up on April 1
Municipal officials in West Cook County — including mayors, village board members, and school board members — are on the ballot on April 1, the first Tuesday in April.
Oak Park Police Department reports peaceful evening and updates community guidelines
The Oak Park Police Department reported a peaceful gathering of teenagers, shared police activity summaries, and advised pet owners on their responsibilities.
Cook County to begin 2025 rabies vaccination and microchip clinics
The Cook County Department of Animal and Rabies Control (ARC) is set to commence its 2025 Partners in Prevention clinics starting Saturday, April 5.
- Metra launches 2025 construction program with upgrades across multiple lines
- La Xhula opens in Cicero with a blend of tacos and ice cream
- Tweets from Congressman Chuy García celebrate Eid and promote social justice
- 3 H-1B petitions filed by employers classified under Real Estate and Rental and Leasing industry across West Cook News publication area in 2024
- Entertainment event this April in West Cook County
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Chuy García responds to Trump's executive actions on labor, union, and health funding
In a series of tweets posted on March 28 and 29, 2025, Congressman Jesús "Chuy" García criticized actions by former President Donald Trump, which he claims undermine labor rights, unions, and essential health funding for Illinois.
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Which former West Cook News area high school standouts will be in action on Tuesday, April 1?
This former West Cook News area high school standout will be in action on Tuesday, April 1.
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Analysis: Skokie SD 68 school superintendent makes $304,232 annual salary
Skokie SD 68 school district is under scrutiny as its former superintendent, James Garwood receives a significant salary increase despite low student performance metrics.
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Analysis: Palatine CCSD 15 school superintendent makes $305,367 annual salary
Palatine CCSD 15 school district is under scrutiny as its superintendent, Laurie Heinz receives a significant salary increase despite low student performance metrics.
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Analysis: Leyden CHSD 212 school superintendent makes $310,000 annual salary
Leyden CHSD 212 school district is under scrutiny as its superintendent, Nicholas Polyak receives a significant salary increase despite low student performance metrics.
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Analysis: Schaumburg CCSD 54 school superintendent makes $347,130 annual salary
Schaumburg CCSD 54 school district is under scrutiny as its superintendent, Andrew DuRoss receives a significant salary increase despite low student performance metrics.
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Brookfield street cleaning ordinance enforcement begins April 1
Brookfield's street cleaning ordinance will be enforced starting April 1 and will continue until November 30.
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Which former West Cook News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, March 31?
This former West Cook News area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Monday, March 31.
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Cicero maintains no tax hike policy for fourth consecutive year
The Town of Cicero has announced its 2025 budget, marking the fourth consecutive year without an increase in property taxes.
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Rep Chuy García criticizes Trump's policies on IRS, student loans, and food aid
Congressman Chuy García voiced concerns over several policy decisions linked to the Trump administration, questioning their impact on various community aspects, including taxpayer data handling, student loan programs, and food aid programs.
