West Cook News

West Cook News area weekly mass times

By West Cook News | Oct 19, 2024

The following parishes in the West Cook News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Cook County weekly recap of home sales during week ending Oct. 12

By West Cook News | Oct 19, 2024

There were 1,099 reported residential sales in Cook County in the week ending Oct. 12, according to BlockShopper.com.

Pumpkin composting initiative set after Halloween at Riverside Foods

By West Cook News | Oct 19, 2024

After Halloween, residents are encouraged to compost their pumpkins. Flood Brothers will provide a dumpster at Riverside Foods' parking lot from Friday, November 1 until noon on Friday, November 8.

Village of Brookfield Economic Development Commission met October 16

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Oct 19, 2024

Village of Brookfield Economic Development Commission met 8:15 a.m. Wednesday, October 16

Village of Franklin Park Tree Preservation Commission met Oct. 15

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 19, 2024

Village of Franklin Park Tree Preservation Commission met Tuesday, Oct. 15

Village of Forest Park Village Council met Oct. 15

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 19, 2024

Village of Forest Park Village Council met Tuesday, Oct. 15

Village of Brookfield Parks and Recreation Commission met Oct. 15

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 19, 2024

Village of Brookfield Parks and Recreation Commission met Tuesday, Oct. 15

Village of Brookfield Economic Development Commission met Sept. 18

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 19, 2024

Village of Brookfield Economic Development Commission met Wednesday, Sept. 18

Village of Brookfield Committee of the Whole met Oct. 14

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 19, 2024

Village of Brookfield Committee of the Whole met Monday, Oct. 14

Village of Brookfield Village Board met Oct. 14

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 19, 2024

Village of Brookfield Village Board met Monday, Oct. 14

Village of Berkeley Village Board met Oct. 15

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 19, 2024

Village of Berkeley Village Board met Tuesday, Oct. 15

Village of Bellwood Village Board met Oct. 16

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 19, 2024

Village of Bellwood Village Board met Wednesday, Oct. 16

Village of Bellwood Committee of a Whole met Oct. 14

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 19, 2024

Village of Bellwood Committee of a Whole met Monday, Oct. 14

Proviso Township Board met Oct. 16

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 19, 2024

Proviso Township Board met Wednesday, Oct. 16

City of Countryside Flagg Creek Golf Course Administrative Board met Oct. 15

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 19, 2024

City of Countryside Flagg Creek Golf Course Administrative Board met Tuesday, Oct. 15

Western Springs launches pumpkin hunt with rewards for participants

By West Cook News | Oct 18, 2024

The Western Springs Pumpkin Hunt is set to begin, offering participants a chance to earn rewards and enter a competition. Participants are encouraged to spot a white pumpkin featuring the Western Spring logo at any participating downtown business. By doing so, they can earn a reward and have the opportunity to win $50 in Whiz-Bucks.

Brookfield organizes e-waste recycling event on November 2

By West Cook News | Oct 18, 2024

Brookfield is organizing an e-waste recycling event scheduled for Saturday, November 2. The event aims to encourage responsible disposal of electronic waste and promote environmental sustainability.

FEMA teams assist Brookfield residents after severe weather

By West Cook News | Oct 17, 2024

FEMA representatives are actively visiting homes in Brookfield to assist residents affected by the severe weather events that occurred from July 13-16. These FEMA Disaster Survivor Assistance Teams are aiding residents in applying for assistance and referring them to other resources for unmet needs following storms, tornadoes, straight-line winds, and flooding that impacted Cook, Fulton, Henry St. Clair Washington, Will, and Winnebago counties.

From Chicago City Wire

House District 36 candidate Shanahan McGovern: ‘Crime versus community safety should not even be a debate’

By Chicago City Wire reports | 6 months ago

Christine Shanahan McGovern, the Republican candidate for Illinois House District 36, has issued a strong response to the recent endorsement of GOP candidate Bob Fioretti by civil rights leader Reverend Jesse Jackson.

Community prepares for Monsters on Mainstreet Halloween event

By West Cook News | Oct 16, 2024

The Monsters on Mainstreet Trick-Or-Treat and Costume Contest event is set to return on October 26. This annual community gathering promises an evening of fun and festivity for all ages.