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In the 2023-24 school year, 82.4% of Bellwood School District 88 students failed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

32.8% of Westchester School District 92-5 students met or exceeded ELA IAR expectations on tests in 2023-24 school year

In the 2023-24 school year, 32.8% of the students in Westchester School District 92-5 passed the ELA portion of the IAR, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

West Cook News area weekly mass times

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

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Which former West Cook News area high school standouts will be in action on Tuesday, May 13?

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

Did Central Stickney School District 110 students succeed or flounder in their 2023-24 school year Math tests?

In the 2023-24 school year, 34% of the students in Central Stickney School District 110 passed the Math portion of the IAR, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Test expectations: How many Rhodes School District 84-5 students failed to meet math IAR expectations in 2023-24 school year?

In the 2023-24 school year, 82.5% of Rhodes School District 84-5 students failed the math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Oak Park Police shares updates on Safe2Help Illinois and retirement celebration

In recent social media posts dated May 8 and May 9, 2025, the Oak Park Police Department promoted Safe2Help Illinois as a tool for preventing threats in schools and provided updates on police activities.

Brookfield adjusts July 4 parade route due to construction

Due to ongoing streetscape construction on Grand Boulevard, the Brookfield Fourth of July Parade will follow a new route this year.

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Which former West Cook News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, May 12?

These former West Cook News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, May 12.

35.1% of Berwyn South School District 100 students met or exceeded ELA IAR expectations on tests in 2023-24 school year

In the 2023-24 school year, 35.1% of the students in Berwyn South School District 100 passed the ELA portion of the IAR, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Test expectations: How many Berkeley School District 87 students failed to meet ELA IAR expectations in 2023-24 school year?

In the 2023-24 school year, 83.7% of Berkeley School District 87 students failed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Entertainment event this weekend in West Cook County: Friday, May 9 - Sunday, May 11

Don't miss out on this entertainment event happening in West Cook County this weekend.

Oak Park Police Department shares updates on activities and crime statistics

The Oak Park Police Department has released several updates concerning their recent activities and local crime statistics.

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Which former West Cook News area high school standouts will be in action on Sunday, May 11?

These former West Cook News area high school standouts will be in action on Sunday, May 11.

Did Hillside School District 93 students succeed or flounder in their 2023-24 school year ELA tests?

In the 2023-24 school year, 37% of the students in Hillside School District 93 passed the ELA portion of the IAR, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

In 2023-24 school year, 84% of Lyons School District 103 students failed math portion of IAR

In the 2023-24 school year, 84% of Lyons School District 103 students failed the math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Western Springs receives GFOA award for 2025 budget presentation

The Village of Western Springs has been honored with the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its 2025 budget.

Cicero Health Department hosts CPR course on May 15

The Cicero Health Department is organizing a CPR course aimed at equipping participants with essential life-saving skills.

Cicero celebrates Cinco de Mayo with large turnout despite cold weather

The Town of Cicero hosted its annual Cinco de Mayo Festival from May 1 to May 4, attracting over 27,000 attendees despite the cold weather and concerns over immigration policies.

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Which former West Cook News area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, May 10?