Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle has announced the allocation of $1.4 million in grants to six businesses as part of the Businesses Reducing Impact on the Environment (BRITE) program. This initiative, managed by the County’s Department of Environment and Sustainability (DES) in collaboration with the Chicago Urban League, aims to assist various suburban businesses such as dry cleaners, auto body shops, metal finishers, and food manufacturers in reducing their environmental impact.
The Houby Day Parade scheduled for October 6, 2024, has been cancelled. Despite this change, the Houby Fest will proceed as planned from October 3 to October 6. Attendees can still look forward to rides, live music, food, and other activities at the Cicero Fairgrounds on 34th & Laramie Ave.
The Presidential General Election is scheduled for November 5, 2024. Voters can access election information and results, including voter registration details, on the Illinois State Board of Elections and Cook County Clerk websites.
Administrators in La Grange School District 102 earn an average of $117,287 per year, ranking 267th highest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.
The Chicago metropolitan area has experienced significantly less rainfall this September, with only 0.04 inches recorded compared to the average of 1.73 inches, according to the National Weather Service. This lack of rain has led to an increase in reports from residents about unpleasant odors described as "gross, fishy wafts of stank."
The River Forest Fire Department has issued a reminder to residents about the potential fire hazards linked to compost piles. This follows an incident involving a fire that originated from a compost pile.
The Village Board of Trustees has announced a Town Hall meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 15, 2024. The event will be held at the Quincy Community Center, located at 43 E Quincy Street, starting at 7:00 p.m. This gathering aims to provide information and address questions from the public regarding the Village's 2024 tax levy referendum question. This question is set to appear on the election ballot on November 5, 2024.
The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has launched the next phase of its Move Illinois: the 2024 Long-Range Transportation Plan. This initiative aims to define strategic goals, objectives, and strategies for Illinois' transportation network over the coming two to three decades.
Administrators in River Grove School District 85-5 earn an average of $119,771 per year, ranking 240th highest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.
The Cook County Department of Human Rights and Ethics has announced a new research partnership with Roosevelt University’s Policy Research Collaborative. This collaboration aims to study the effects of the Just Housing Amendment (JHA) on housing access for residents in Cook County. The JHA, part of the Cook County Human Rights Ordinance, seeks to prevent housing discrimination against individuals involved with the criminal justice system.
Staff members will host an open house at Village Hall to discuss infrastructure needs, the Capital Infrastructure Plan, and the use of referendums for funding essential projects. Community members are invited to drop in on Wednesday, October 16, between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m.
The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has announced that the ongoing project on 55th Street will face delays, extending into late fall before pausing for the winter. The work is set to resume in spring and continue through the fall of 2025. This initiative falls under IDOT's jurisdiction and not within the Village's responsibilities.
The City of Evanston and Cook County have officially opened the new Evanston Animal Shelter at 2310 Oakton Street. The facility addresses regional overcrowding and provides housing for animals impounded by Cook County’s Department of Animal and Rabies Control.
Administrators in La Grange School District 105 South earn an average of $124,632 per year, ranking 188th highest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.
Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital has expanded the operating hours at its six outpatient clinics in suburban Chicago. The new schedules were fully implemented by late September, aiming to improve access to care and accommodate the diverse needs of community veterans.
Cook County has introduced a new dashboard aimed at providing transparent access to data on opioid-related, gun-related, and temperature-related deaths. This initiative is designed to aid policymakers, health officials, and residents in understanding critical information about these issues.
The Brookfield Women's Club successfully organized the Duck Race 2024, held on September 28, raising over $15,000 for the Brookfield Parks & Recreation Foundation. This year marked a record-breaking sale of more than 3,100 rubber ducks at local events such as the Brookfield Farmers Market and Friday Night Concerts.
The Oak Park Fire Department will host its annual open house on October 12, coinciding with Fire Safety Month. The event is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Central Fire Station located at 100 N. Euclid Ave.
Oak Park is marking Breast Cancer Awareness Month by offering resources for residents seeking breast health screenings. Uninsured or underinsured individuals in Oak Park and the surrounding Chicagoland area can reach out to Equal Hope, a not-for-profit organization that provides assistance with breast health screening and follow-up care. Interested parties can submit a request form online or call 312.942.3369.