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State-funded Nonprofit Spotlight: Answer, INC

By D. L. Caldwell | Sep 11, 2025

Answer, INC, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive seven grants totaling $2,640,640 in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102- 6 0698, Public Act 102- 6 0698 , Public Act 103-0006, Public Act 103-0006).

Inside Thrive Counseling Center—an Illinois DOGE Profile

By D. L. Caldwell | Sep 10, 2025

Thrive Counseling Center, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive two grants totaling $800,000 in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

Illinois Department of Corrections to release 51 inmates sentenced in Cook County during week ending Sept. 20

By A. J. Gale | Sep 10, 2025

There were 51 inmates who were sentenced in Cook County and are set to be released from prison in the week ending Sept. 20.

Oak Park and River Forest High School outlines process for requesting accommodations

By B. L. Wells | Sep 10, 2025

Any person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation to take part in a public meeting or school event at Oak Park and River Forest High School is encouraged to contact the district at least 24 hours ahead of time.

Riverside marks 150th anniversary with retired street sign auction

By L. E. Silva | Sep 10, 2025

The Village of Riverside is marking its 150th anniversary by auctioning off retired street signs.

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Which former West Cook News area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Sept. 13?

By N. A. Dorsey | Sep 10, 2025

These former West Cook News area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Sept. 13.

Cicero expands police fleet with six new SUVs for enhanced patrol coverage

By S. J. Chapman | Sep 9, 2025

The Town of Cicero has added six new police SUVs to its fleet, aiming to improve the operational capacity of the Cicero Police Department.

Inside L'Arche Chicago—an Illinois DOGE Profile

By D. L. Caldwell | Sep 9, 2025

L'Arche Chicago, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $242,000 grant in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 103-0006).

Oak Park Police Department posts police activity summaries and service reminders in September 2025

By L. E. Silva | Sep 9, 2025

Oak Park Police Department released several posts in early September 2025 providing links to recent police activity summaries and encouraging residents to use online municipal services rather than visiting Village Hall in person.

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Which former West Cook News area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, Sept. 12?

By N. A. Dorsey | Sep 9, 2025

These former West Cook News area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, Sept. 12.

First Avenue to close for one week for BNSF railroad bridge repairs

By S. J. Chapman | Sep 8, 2025

First Avenue will be closed to traffic from Ogden Avenue to just south of the Forest Avenue/Ridgewood Road intersection beginning at 9 a.m. on Monday, September 15 and continuing until 5 p.m. on Monday, September 22.

State-funded Nonprofit Spotlight: Community Support Services

By D. L. Caldwell | Sep 8, 2025

Community Support Services, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $100,000 grant in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

First Avenue in Riverside set for one-week closure due to railroad repairs

By S. J. Chapman | Sep 8, 2025

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has approved a road closure on First Avenue (IL Route 171) for the week of September 15 to September 22, following a request from Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) Railroad.

Blythe Park Elementary seeks community input on new playground design

By West Cook News | Sep 8, 2025

Blythe Park Elementary School has started the planning phase for a new playground, which is expected to be completed by summer 2026.

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Which former West Cook News area high school standouts will be in action on Thursday, Sept. 11?

By N. A. Dorsey | Sep 8, 2025

This former West Cook News area high school standout will be in action on Thursday, Sept. 11.

Illinois DOGE Profile: A House in Austin

By D. L. Caldwell | Sep 7, 2025

A House in Austin, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $27,500 grant in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

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State-funded Nonprofit Spotlight: Answer, INC

Inside Thrive Counseling Center—an Illinois DOGE Profile

Illinois Department of Corrections to release 51 inmates sentenced in Cook County during week ending Sept. 20

Oak Park and River Forest High School outlines process for requesting accommodations

Riverside marks 150th anniversary with retired street sign auction

Which former West Cook News area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Sept. 13?

Cicero expands police fleet with six new SUVs for enhanced patrol coverage

Inside L'Arche Chicago—an Illinois DOGE Profile

Oak Park Police Department posts police activity summaries and service reminders in September 2025

Which former West Cook News area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, Sept. 12?

First Avenue to close for one week for BNSF railroad bridge repairs

State-funded Nonprofit Spotlight: Community Support Services

First Avenue in Riverside set for one-week closure due to railroad repairs

Blythe Park Elementary seeks community input on new playground design

Which former West Cook News area high school standouts will be in action on Thursday, Sept. 11?

Illinois DOGE Profile: A House in Austin

Entertainment event this week in West Cook County: Sept. 7-13

Broadview - Village of Westchester Joint Water Agency Board of Directors met Sept. 3

Village of Westchester Fire and Police Commission met Sept. 3

Village of Westchester GROW Ecological Commission met Sept. 4

First Avenue to close for one week for BNSF railroad bridge repairs

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