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City of Countryside Economic Development Committee met Sept. 24

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 27, 2025

City of Countryside Economic Development Committee met Wednesday, Sept. 24

City of Berwyn City Council met Aug. 26

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 27, 2025

City of Berwyn City Council met Tuesday, Aug. 26

City of Berwyn City Council met Sept. 23

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 27, 2025

City of Berwyn City Council met Tuesday, Sept. 23

Truth in Accounting CEO: Illinois' pension funding plan 'is so unreliable and so unrealistic'

By A. H. Peralta | Sep 26, 2025

Sheila Weinberg, Founder and CEO of Truth in Accounting, criticized Illinois' pension funding plan as unrealistic, referencing SEC fraud charges from 2013.

Oak Park and River Forest High School affirms support for immigrant families after policy change

By B. L. Wells | Sep 26, 2025

Oak Park and River Forest High School has reiterated its commitment to the safety and rights of all students following increased immigration activity in the area.

"Death doesn’t magically baptize a life lived in hatred;" On day of Charlie Kirk funeral, Riverside Catholic pastor blasts "wolves and pretending they are shepherds"

By LGIS News Service | Sep 26, 2025

Catholic Pastor Larry Basbas warned his Riverside parishioners last Sunday not to mourn "every so-called leader" and to be wary of those who "lived in hatred."

How many H-2A petitions made by West Cook News publication area employers were approved during 2024?

By H. T. Vargas | Sep 25, 2025

In 2024, all of the H-2A petitions filed by an employer in the West Cook News publication area were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-2A Employer Data Hub.

Cook County launches $100K grants for established local businesses seeking expansion

By B. L. Wells | Sep 25, 2025

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle has announced the launch of the Catalyst Grant, a new program aimed at supporting up to 88 established businesses in selected industries with $100,000 each to help them grow.

Oak Park Police Department shares updates on student safety resources and community reporting tools

By B. L. Wells | Sep 25, 2025

The Oak Park Police Department used its Twitter account in late September 2025 to promote student safety initiatives like Safe2Help Illinois and provide updates on police activity.

Brookfield Beautification Commission names August garden award winner

By B. L. Wells | Sep 25, 2025

Naomi Medina and David Gonzalez have been recognized by the Brookfield Beautification Commission for their front garden at 9013 Burlington Ave., which was selected as the public’s favorite in August as part of the Garden Recognition Program.

Spooky Shuffle 5K returns to Lyons with Halloween theme

By B. L. Wells | Sep 24, 2025

The Village of Lyons will host the Spooky Shuffle 5K Run/Walk on Sunday, October 26.

Oak Park Police Department shares updates on police activity and urges residents to secure vehicles

By B. L. Wells | Sep 24, 2025

The Oak Park Police Department published several posts on September 23 and September 24, 2025, providing links to recent police activity summaries and advising residents to take precautions against vehicle theft.

Cicero marks reopening of renovated Town Hall Bowl with ribbon-cutting ceremony

By B. L. Wells | Sep 24, 2025

Town Hall Bowl in Cicero has reopened after a significant renovation, with local officials and community members gathering for a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

Cicero Health Department hosts workshop focused on mental health awareness

By L. E. Silva | Sep 24, 2025

Dr. Skurski, a family practice nurse practitioner and psychiatric and mental health nurse practitioner, spoke at a recent workshop organized by the Cicero Health Department to encourage residents to discuss mental health more openly. “A lot of us...

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Who from West Cook County area’s former high school standouts will be active on Saturday, Sept. 27?

By N. A. Dorsey | Sep 24, 2025

These ex-West Cook County area high school standouts will participate in competitions on Saturday, Sept. 27.

Mobile DMV event scheduled for October 2 at Grand Avenue Community Center

By B. L. Wells | Sep 23, 2025

A mobile DMV event is scheduled to take place at the Grand Avenue Community Center on Thursday, October 2, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event is sponsored by Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias and Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton.

West Central Consolidated Communications launches Text-to-911 emergency messaging

By L. E. Silva | Sep 23, 2025

West Central Consolidated Communications (WC3) has introduced a new Text-to-911 service, allowing residents in Riverside, Brookfield, North Riverside, and McCook to send text messages directly to 911 during emergencies.

Tour de Proviso returns with Oak Park hosting annual community bike ride

By S. J. Chapman | Sep 23, 2025

Residents of Proviso Township and surrounding areas are invited to participate in the Sixth Annual Tour de Proviso, scheduled for Saturday, October 4.

Village of Western Springs schedules Styrofoam collection and shred event for October 4

By L. E. Silva | Sep 23, 2025

The Village of Western Springs will hold its regular Styrofoam collection and a special shred event on Saturday, October 4.

Cook County names Alexander Joves as new emergency management executive director

By S. J. Chapman | Sep 22, 2025

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle has appointed Alexander Joves as the new executive director of the Department of Emergency Management and Regional Security (EMRS).

West Cook News News

City of Countryside Economic Development Committee met Sept. 24

City of Berwyn City Council met Aug. 26

City of Berwyn City Council met Sept. 23

Truth in Accounting CEO: Illinois' pension funding plan 'is so unreliable and so unrealistic'

Oak Park and River Forest High School affirms support for immigrant families after policy change

"Death doesn’t magically baptize a life lived in hatred;" On day of Charlie Kirk funeral, Riverside Catholic pastor blasts "wolves and pretending they are shepherds"

How many H-2A petitions made by West Cook News publication area employers were approved during 2024?

Cook County launches $100K grants for established local businesses seeking expansion

Oak Park Police Department shares updates on student safety resources and community reporting tools

Brookfield Beautification Commission names August garden award winner

Spooky Shuffle 5K returns to Lyons with Halloween theme

Oak Park Police Department shares updates on police activity and urges residents to secure vehicles

Cicero marks reopening of renovated Town Hall Bowl with ribbon-cutting ceremony

Cicero Health Department hosts workshop focused on mental health awareness

Who from West Cook County area’s former high school standouts will be active on Saturday, Sept. 27?

Mobile DMV event scheduled for October 2 at Grand Avenue Community Center

West Central Consolidated Communications launches Text-to-911 emergency messaging

Tour de Proviso returns with Oak Park hosting annual community bike ride

Village of Western Springs schedules Styrofoam collection and shred event for October 4

Cook County names Alexander Joves as new emergency management executive director

"Death doesn’t magically baptize a life lived in hatred;" On day of Charlie Kirk funeral, Riverside Catholic pastor blasts "wolves and pretending they are shepherds"

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