February, 2016 | West Cook News

Ex-Fenwick hoopster standout becoming star at Creighton

By Greg Travis | Feb 29, 2016

Former Fenwick star Jade Owens is emerging as one of the leaders of the Creighton women’s basketball team.

River Forest Public Schools committee to discuss Roosevelt renovations

By Khristopher Flack | Feb 29, 2016

The River Forest Public Schools Committee of the Whole is expected to choose a contractor for an exterior-renovations project at Roosevelt Middle Schools during its meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Roosevelt Middle School Library Learning Center, 7560 Oak Ave.

River Forest trustees approve bonds to help fund stormwater project

By Khristopher Flack | Feb 29, 2016

The River Forest Board of Trustees unanimously approved $382,300 in general-obligation limited tax bonds at a recent meeting to help pay for the Northside Stormwater Management Project.

Westchester school board committee to present State of the District report

By Khristopher Flack | Feb 29, 2016

The Westchester School District 92-5 board's Committee of the Whole will present the State of the District report during its next meeting at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday in the Multi-Purpose Room of Westchester Middle School, 1620 Norfolk Ave.

Our View: Political partisans posing as reporters

By West Cook News | Feb 28, 2016

Reporters are reputed to have a nose for news and be able to smell a story, but some of them, like the proverbial cuckolded husband, seem to be the last to know.

Westchester school district taps finance director to craft '17 budget

By Khristopher Flack | Feb 26, 2016

The Westchester School District 92.5 voted at a recent meeting to approve a superintendent recommendation to appoint Robert Fritch to lead the district's fiscal 2017 budget-crafting process.

CCHHS committee unveils quality-control plan for Stroger Hospital

By Khristopher Flack | Feb 26, 2016

The Cook County Health and Hospitals System (CCHHS) board's Quality and Patient Safety Committee presented the 2016 Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement Plan for Stroger Hospital at a recent meeting.

Democratic Dist. 7 House candidate slams rival's school-board record

By Vimbai Chikomo | Feb 26, 2016

Chris Harris, Democratic House candidate for District 7, is heavily criticizing State Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch for his actions as president of the Proviso High School District 209 school board, and said people like Welch are “vampires” and “detrimental to our schools.”

Broadview-Westchester Joint Water Agency reviews pump-station project

By Khristopher Flack | Feb 26, 2016

The Broadview-Westchester Joint Water Agency reviewed the progress of the agency's 10th Avenue Pump Station Project at a Thursday meeting.

Westchester school board OKs district employee health-plan options

By Khristopher Flack | Feb 26, 2016

The Westchester School District 92-5 board approved a set of health insurance plan options for district employees at a recent meeting.

CCHHS board receives update on strategic plan at meeting

By Khristopher Flack | Feb 26, 2016

The Cook County Health and Hospitals System (CCHHS) board heard an update from CEO John Jay Shannon on the progress of CCHHS' strategic plan at a recent meeting.

Westchester Fire and Police Commissioners Board OKs two promotions

By Khristopher Flack | Feb 26, 2016

The Westchester Fire and Police Commissioners Board approved promotions for firefighters George Taylor and Scot Stauber at a recent meeting.

Forest Park School District 91 hires Open Kitchens as new food provider

By Khristopher Flack | Feb 26, 2016

Forest Park schools will notice a change in school food options starting Monday, after the school board approved a new food-services agreement with Open Kitchens Inc. at a recent meeting.

River Forest Zoning Board to hear variance requests for 2 home additions

By Khristopher Flack | Feb 25, 2016

The River Forest Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing at 7:30 p.m. March 10 in the Community Room of the Municipal Complex, 400 Park Ave., to hear requests for variances on two proposed construction projects.

University offering new honors classes on Italian, Dominican history

By Khristopher Flack | Feb 25, 2016

Dominican University's Mazzuchelli Honors Society is offering two new classes this semester covering pre-modern Italy and the Dominican order's search for truth.

River Forest answers questions about new composting program

By Khristopher Flack | Feb 25, 2016

The River Forest Public Works Department recently posted a list of frequently asked questions about the village's new curbside composting program on the Village of River Forest website.

Ex-Fenwick swimming star makes big splash at Patriot League finals

By Greg Travis | Feb 25, 2016

Former Fenwick High swimmer Justin White delivered an outstanding performance for Lehigh University at the Patriot League Championships last weekend in Annapolis, Maryland.

River Forest Historic Preservation Commission to mull modification plans

By Khristopher Flack | Feb 24, 2016

The River Forest Historic Preservation Commission is expected to vote on proposed modifications to three local historic properties at its next meeting, 7 p.m. Thursday in the second-floor conference room at River Forest Village Hall, 400 Park Ave.

Development permits, short-term rentals on River Forest Zoning Board agenda

By Khristopher Flack | Feb 24, 2016

The River Forest Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings as it considers adjustments to rules for development permits and short-term rentals at its next regular meeting at 7:30 p.m. Thursday in the Community Room of River Forest Village Hall, 400 Park Ave.