In 2024, eight H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Accommodation and Food Services industry located within the West Cook News publication area, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
Congressman Jesús "Chuy" García has actively addressed issues of wrongful deportation and international election transparency through a series of tweets.
In response to an antisemitic flyer distributed at polling locations, Oak Park and River Forest High School (OPRFHS) school board candidates Nate Mellman and Josh Gertz issued a joint statement condemning the flyer.
The Cook County Board of Commissioners has approved the eligibility criteria for the Cook County Homeowner Relief Fund, a $15 million initiative aimed at aiding homeowners impacted by property tax increases.
U.S. Congressman Jesús "Chuy" García has voiced strong opinions through social media, condemning both immigration policies and a new voter suppression bill passed by House Republicans.