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Congress Park Station North Side Improvement Project set to begin August 18

By West Cook News | Aug 15, 2025

A construction project aimed at improving pedestrian connectivity and safety north of the Congress Park Metra Station will start on Monday, August 18.

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Cook County launches student bookmark design contest for Project Rainbow

By West Cook News | Aug 15, 2025

Cook County has announced the launch of its first Bookmark Design Contest as part of Project Rainbow for the 2025–26 school year.

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La Grange School District 105 South taxpayers faced $15.2 million in outstanding school debt as of fiscal year 2024

By W. E. Benitez | Aug 15, 2025

La Grange School District 105 South's outstanding school debt reached $15.2 million as of fiscal year 2024, according to the Illinois State Board of Education, or about $1,302,060 per student.

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Which former West Cook News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, Aug. 18?

By S. J. Chapman | Aug 15, 2025

This former West Cook News area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Monday, Aug. 18.

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Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview School District 89 taxpayers faced $15.9 million in outstanding school debt as of fiscal year 2024

By W. E. Benitez | Aug 14, 2025

Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview School District 89 had the 61st lowest outstanding school debt among Cook County school districts as of fiscal year 2024, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Oak Park Police Department issues advisories on identity protection and community conduct

By West Cook News | Aug 14, 2025

The Oak Park Police Department shared several Twitter updates in mid-August 2025 covering topics including identity theft prevention tips, access to police activity summaries, and reminders about pet owner responsibilities.

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President Preckwinkle announces new round of Invest in Cook transportation project grants

By West Cook News | Aug 14, 2025

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle has announced the allocation of $8.27 million in funding for 32 transportation projects through the 2025 Invest in Cook grant program.

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Cicero honors nearly 200 student workers with appreciation luncheon

By West Cook News | Aug 14, 2025

Nearly 200 students from District 99, District 201, and Morton College participated in a summer work program with the Town of Cicero, assisting various municipal departments.

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Brookfield/McCormick intersection to close for pavement work Aug. 15-17

By West Cook News | Aug 14, 2025

The Brookfield Avenue and McCormick Avenue intersection will be closed to traffic from Friday, August 15 through the weekend as pavement patching work continues.

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Riverside Sesquicentennial Committee recognizes sponsors for 150th anniversary events

By West Cook News | Aug 14, 2025

The Riverside Sesquicentennial Committee has acknowledged the support of numerous sponsors who contributed to the community’s 150th anniversary celebrations.

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Village of Western Springs to host conversation with police and fire chiefs August 20

By West Cook News | Aug 14, 2025

Residents of Western Springs are invited to attend an event called "Conversation with the Chiefs" on Wednesday, August 20, at 7 pm.

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Cicero seniors visit Milwaukee’s GermanFest for cultural outing

By West Cook News | Aug 14, 2025

A group of senior residents from Cicero traveled to Milwaukee on July 25 for a day trip to GermanFest, a well-known festival that highlights German culture, food, and music.

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Prairie State Taxes: Northlake residents rank 84th in total sales taxes paid per muncipality for June

By D. L. Caldwell | Aug 13, 2025

Northlake residents paid just under $1.3 million in sales taxes, ranking 84th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in June.

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Outstanding debt in Franklin Park School District 84 reached $16.1 million in fiscal year 2024

By W. E. Benitez | Aug 13, 2025

Franklin Park School District 84's outstanding school debt reached $16.1 million as of fiscal year 2024, according to the Illinois State Board of Education, or about $1,303,070 per student.

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Oak Park and River Forest High School launches wellness survey for student support

By West Cook News | Aug 13, 2025

Oak Park and River Forest High School will conduct a student wellness survey from Wednesday, Aug. 13, through Friday, Aug. 15, as part of an effort to better understand the social and emotional needs of its students.

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Oak Park Police Department posts updates on police activity summaries and alarm registration rules

By West Cook News | Aug 13, 2025

The Oak Park Police Department shared several updates between August 12-13, 2025 about new police activity summaries and reminded residents about mandatory alarm registration requirements.

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Prairie Avenue grade crossing in Brookfield to close Aug. 15-16 for repairs

By West Cook News | Aug 13, 2025

RoadSafe, a contractor working for BNSF, has notified the Village of Brookfield that the Prairie Avenue grade crossing will be closed for repairs.

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Outstanding debt in Riverside Brookfield Township School District 208 reached $16.2 million in fiscal year 2024

By W. E. Benitez | Aug 12, 2025

Riverside Brookfield Township School District 208 had the 60th highest outstanding school debt among Cook County school districts as of fiscal year 2024, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Melrose Park residents paid 46th-largest sum in sales taxes per muncipality in Illinois during June

By D. L. Caldwell | Aug 12, 2025

Melrose Park residents paid approximately $2 million in sales taxes, the 46th highest total paid per municipality in June.

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Cook County officials dispute federal remarks on crime statistics and pretrial reforms

By West Cook News | Aug 12, 2025

Cook County officials have responded to recent statements and actions by the Trump administration regarding crime, safety, and pretrial reform in Chicago and other municipalities.