West Cook News

Curran: 'We must do everything we can to ensure the safety of school children'

By John Kelly | Aug 2, 2022

Sen. John Curran, a Republican representing Downers Grove, said Illinois has voted for a law to create additional preventative measures against potential violence in schools.

Morrison on recovery of Chicago police officer: 'Stay strong and keep up the fight'

By John Kelly | Jul 21, 2022

Sean Morrison, Cook County commissioner, recently offered support to a Chicago police officer who was recently shot and paralyzed.

'Thanks again for helping our community': Illinois Senate president praises Oak Park mural

By John Kelly | Dec 3, 2021

Senate President Don Harmon attended the unveiling of Oak Park's new mural.

'Thank you to Willowbrook': Curran meets with constituents amid opposition to vaccine mandate

By John Kelly | Dec 3, 2021

On Nov. 30, Senator John Curran spent some time in Westbrook speaking with his constituents after he recently objected to changing the Health Care Right of Conscience Act, not for vaccinations, but protecting Illinois residents' religious freedoms, he said.

Glowiak Hilton: 'Stable housing is foundational to academic and social success'

By John Kelly | Jul 21, 2021

To ensure students experiencing homelessness are aware of available resources, state Sen. Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs) has created a housing insecurity liaison position at all higher education institutions in Illinois.