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Village of Western Springs announces details for annual Halloween Hoopla event

By S. J. Chapman | Sep 29, 2025

The Village of Western Springs Recreation Department will host its annual Halloween Hoopla event on Friday, October 24, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Recreation Center.

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Which ex-West Cook County area high school athletes are scheduled for action the week starting Monday, Sept. 29?

By S. J. Chapman | Sep 26, 2025

The week of Monday, Sept. 29 will see these former West Cook County area high school standouts in action.

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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.

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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).

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Which ex-high school athletes from West Cook County area will compete in the week of Monday, Sept. 22?

By S. J. Chapman | Sep 19, 2025

These former West Cook County area high school athletes will be active in competitions the week of Monday, Sept. 22.

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Oak Park and River Forest High School announces parent meet-and-greet for September

By S. J. Chapman | Sep 16, 2025

The Office of Equity and Student Success at Oak Park and River Forest High School will host the "PLACES & FACES: People You Should Know to Help our Community Grow" event on Tuesday, September 16, 2025.

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River Forest responds after ICE detains two individuals without prior notice

By S. J. Chapman | Sep 15, 2025

On September 11, residents of River Forest reported that two individuals were taken into custody by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents earlier in the day.

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President Larry Dominick attends opening of Alexander’s Restaurant in Stickney

By S. J. Chapman | Sep 13, 2025

President Larry Dominick attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony for Alexander’s Restaurant in Stickney, highlighting the significance of supporting local businesses in neighboring areas. “Every new business that opens its doors is a sign of growth...

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Oak Park Police Department posts updates on police activity and issues school bus safety reminder

By S. J. Chapman | Sep 12, 2025

The Oak Park Police Department provided recent updates on local police activity through its Twitter account on September 11 and September 12, 2025.

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Cook County urges safety as parades and large events approach

By S. J. Chapman | Sep 12, 2025

Cook County officials are urging residents to take safety precautions as several major events are scheduled in Chicago and surrounding areas this weekend and into next week.

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Which ex-West Cook County area high school athletes are scheduled for action the week starting Monday, Sept. 15?

By S. J. Chapman | Sep 12, 2025

These former West Cook County area high school standouts are scheduled to compete the week starting Monday, Sept. 15.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Which West Cook County area high school alumni will be active during the week beginning Monday, Sept. 8?

By S. J. Chapman | Sep 5, 2025

These former West Cook County area high school standouts are scheduled to compete the week starting Monday, Sept. 8.

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Congress Park Metra Station north entrance closes for September construction

By S. J. Chapman | Sep 4, 2025

Starting September 8, the north side entrance of the Congress Park Metra Station will be temporarily closed for construction.

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Cantata plans centennial festival with music performances and family activities

By S. J. Chapman | Sep 3, 2025

Cantata will host its Centennial Festival on Saturday, September 13, from 2 to 9:30 p.m. at its campus.

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Which West Cook County area high school alumni will be active during the week beginning Monday, Sept. 1?

By S. J. Chapman | Aug 29, 2025

The week starting Monday, Sept. 1 will feature action from these former West Cook County area high school stars.

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Which West Cook County area high school alumni will be active during the week beginning Monday, Aug. 25?

By S. J. Chapman | Aug 22, 2025

These ex-West Cook County area high school standouts will take the field during the week of Monday, Aug. 25.

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Who are the former high school athletes from West Cook County area competing during the week of Monday, Aug. 18?

By S. J. Chapman | Aug 15, 2025

This former West Cook County area high school athlete will be active in competitions the week of Monday, Aug. 18.