West Cook News

Judicial Integrity Project: 'Political donations can lead to issues of judicial integrity' in the case of Pritzker

By Sam Jackson | Mar 15, 2023

A new report shows that Gov. J.B. Pritzker (D-IL) was a top donor to the campaigns of two of the Illinois Supreme Court justices, who are now set to rule on his appeal in the Macon County challenge to the state's gun ban registry laws.

Hinsdale Village president: Settling lawsuit is in Hinsdale's 'best interests'

By Sam Jackson | Feb 15, 2023

The Village of Hinsdale ended a three-year legal battle, which included the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), over a proposed sober living facility, voting to settle a case out of court during the board's Jan. 31 meeting.

Hinsdale Central student tells board students must play 'whack-a-mole every morning' to find parking spaces

By Sam Jackson | Feb 8, 2023

At its Jan. 17 meeting, the Village Board of Hinsdale heard a complaint from a local student seeking better parking options around Hinsdale Central High School during the school day.

Preissig: 'We can try to extend the life' of roads by extending resurfacing cycle

By Sam Jackson | Jan 23, 2023

The Burr Ridge Village Board of Trustees discussed and adopted the village's 2023 capital improvements plan, including a new streets program.

Broadview police chief details training for the village's 'small but diverse' community

By Sam Jackson | Jan 12, 2023

The Board of trustees for the village of Broadview recently received updates from both its police and fire departments, including updates on emergency calls and training during the Village of Broadview's Regular Board Meeting.