Local Government Policy News

La Grange residents petition against demolition of historic Jackson Square building

By K. K. Harrington | Oct 21, 2025

A historic building in La Grange's district, known for its classic facade and housing an antique mall, faces demolition to make way for a new condominium project.

IL Illegal Alien Arrest Series: El Salvador robbery offender arrested by ICE in Chicago

By West Cook News | Oct 21, 2025

Isaias Quintanilla Guzman, a criminal illegal alien from El Salvador with convictions for two counts of felony robbery and issued a final order of removal on February 14, 2025, was arrested in Chicago as part of a statewide federal enforcement effort, according to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

West Cook County's local government meeting today at 7 pm

By E. J. David | Oct 21, 2025

West Cook County Local Government Meeting today — event starts at 7 pm.

Cook County extends homeowner relief fund deadline and expands eligibility

By B. L. Wells | Oct 21, 2025

Cook County has announced changes to its Homeowner Relief Fund, a $15 million initiative aimed at supporting households facing significant increases in property tax bills.

Metra proposes $1.1 billion budget for 2026 with fare increase and public hearings

By L. E. Silva | Oct 21, 2025

Metra has announced its proposed budget for 2026, totaling $1.1 billion.

Riverside seeks public input on plans for Turtle Park redesign

By S. J. Chapman | Oct 20, 2025

Riverside Parks and Recreation is seeking community input on the future design of Turtle Park.

IL Illegal Alien Arrest Series: Mexico disorderly conduct offender arrested by ICE in Chicago

By West Cook News | Oct 20, 2025

Jose Patino Juarez, a criminal illegal alien from Mexico with convictions for disorderly conduct, arrested for assault, and with two pending charges of assault and obstructing justice, was arrested in Chicago as part of a statewide federal enforcement effort, according to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

Government event in West Cook County scheduled for Oct. 19-25

By L. A. Tran | Oct 20, 2025

The upcoming week in West Cook County includes this scheduled event.

Loyola Medicine earns recognition for excellence in fragility fracture patient care

By V. R. Peters | Oct 20, 2025

Loyola Medicine has been recognized for its efforts in improving care for patients with fragility fractures, a complication often linked to osteoporosis.

La Grange Police Department to host DEA Drug Take Back Day October 25

By A. H. Peralta | Oct 20, 2025

The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will hold a nationwide event to collect unwanted, unused, and expired medications on Saturday, October 25, 2025.