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Tree trimming begins in designated area starting November 7

By West Cook News | Nov 6, 2024

The Public Works Department is set to begin its tree pruning operations on public right-of-ways within the designated 2024 map zone.

Experts recommend mulching fallen leaves instead of bagging

By West Cook News | Nov 5, 2024

As autumn progresses, many homeowners are faced with the task of managing fallen leaves.

Holiday light recycling available at three locations from Nov 15 to Jan 31

By West Cook News | Nov 5, 2024

Residents are encouraged to recycle unwanted holiday lights by utilizing designated collection boxes.

Oak Park seeks public input on economic vitality, transport, and accessibility

By West Cook News | Nov 5, 2024

The Village of Oak Park is encouraging residents and community stakeholders to participate in local policymaking through its Engage Oak Park website.

Oak Park ranks 98th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during August

By West Cook News | Nov 4, 2024

Oak Park residents paid $904,714 in sales taxes, ranking 98th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in August.

Residents urged to clear storm drains as heavy rains approach

By West Cook News | Nov 4, 2024

The National Weather Service in Chicago has issued a forecast for heavy rains overnight, accompanied by gusty winds and isolated thunderstorms.

Brookfield Parks plans outing to see 'Frozen' at Paramount Theater

By West Cook News | Nov 4, 2024

Brookfield Parks and Recreation is organizing a trip to the Paramount Theater in Aurora for a matinee performance of Disney's "Frozen" on Wednesday, December 11.

Family & kids events this week in West Cook County: Nov. 3-9

By West Cook News | Nov 3, 2024

Don't miss out on these family & kids events happening in West Cook County this week.

Entertainment events this week in West Cook County: Nov. 3-9

By West Cook News | Nov 3, 2024

Don't miss out on these entertainment events happening in West Cook County this week.

Which former West Cook News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Nov. 4?

By West Cook News | Nov 3, 2024

These former West Cook News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Nov. 4.

Which former West Cook News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, Nov. 4?

By West Cook News | Nov 3, 2024

These former West Cook News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, Nov. 4.

Home sales in Cook County during week ending Oct. 26

By West Cook News | Nov 2, 2024

There were 852 reported residential sales in Cook County in the week ending Oct. 26, according to BlockShopper.com.

Registered sex offenders: no new new living in Pope County as of October 2024

By West Cook News | Nov 2, 2024

There were no new registered sex offenders living in Pope County in October 2024, according to the Police Sex Offender Registry.

West Cook News area weekly mass times

By West Cook News | Nov 2, 2024

The following parishes in the West Cook News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Village of Brookfield Committee of the Whole met October 28

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Nov 2, 2024

Village of Brookfield Committee of the Whole met 7 p.m. Monday, October 28

Cook County honors Día de Los Muertos with traditional celebration

By West Cook News | Nov 2, 2024

On November 1, Cook County officials and local residents gathered to celebrate Día de Los Muertos, also known as the Day of the Dead.

Cicero officials distribute Halloween treats using fire trucks

By West Cook News | Nov 2, 2024

Town President Larry Dominick, Fire Commissioner Jeff Penzkofer, and officials from the Cicero Police Department distributed Halloween candy to children in Cicero on Wednesday, October 31.