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News from April 2025

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New jewelry store opens in Cicero, celebrating with ribbon cutting ceremony

By West Cook News | Apr 18, 2025

Cléme’s Jewelry and Gifts opened its doors on Laramie Avenue in Cicero with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

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Riverside School District 96: How many students met or exceeded expectations in ELA in 2023-24 school year?

By West Cook News | Apr 17, 2025

In the 2023-24 school year, 72.6% of the students in Riverside School District 96 passed the ELA portion of the IAR, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Steve Cortes on Rep. Ramirez opposing SAVE Act: ‘Only radicals pretend there is something wrong with requiring ID’

By West Cook News | Apr 17, 2025

Steve Cortes, founder of the League of American Workers, said Rep. Delia Ramirez’s opposition to the SAVE Act goes against 80% of Americans who “demand sensible Voter ID requirements.”

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Steve Cortes on Rep. Davis opposing SAVE Act: ‘Only radicals pretend there is something wrong with requiring ID’

By West Cook News | Apr 17, 2025

Steve Cortes, founder of the League of American Workers, said Rep. Danny K. Davis’ opposition to the SAVE Act goes against 80% of Americans who “demand sensible Voter ID requirements.”

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IDOT begins improvement project at busy Westmont intersection

By West Cook News | Apr 17, 2025

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has initiated a project aimed at improving the intersection of Ogden Avenue and Wolf Road.

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Brookfield awarded Tree City USA title for 44th consecutive year

By West Cook News | Apr 17, 2025

The Village of Brookfield has been honored as a Tree City USA community for the 44th year in a row by the Arbor Day Foundation.

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Western Springs launches public survey for Safe Travel to School Plan

By West Cook News | Apr 17, 2025

The Village of Western Springs has launched a public survey as part of its Safe Travel to School Plan, encouraging local residents to contribute their thoughts and experiences.

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Brookfield Village Hall announces closure for April 18

By West Cook News | Apr 17, 2025

Brookfield Village Hall offices will be closed on Friday, April 18.

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Oak Park Police Department releases latest crime summaries and maps

By West Cook News | Apr 17, 2025

The Oak Park Police Department shared a series of updates through tweets on April 16 and 17, 2025.

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Oak Park's Julian Middle School hosts cross-dressing show to benefit theatre program

By West Cook News reports | Apr 16, 2025

An upcoming fundraising event for the theatre program at Percy Julian Middle School in Oak Park is raising questions among parents and community members for featuring a drag show.

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75.6% of LaGrange Highlands School District 106 students met or exceeded ELA IAR expectations on tests in 2023-24 school year

By West Cook News | Apr 16, 2025

In the 2023-24 school year, 75.6% of the students in LaGrange Highlands School District 106 passed the ELA portion of the IAR, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Grand Boulevard construction starts April 21, impacting traffic and parking

By West Cook News | Apr 16, 2025

Construction on the 3700 block of Grand Boulevard, spanning from Grant Avenue to Brookfield Avenue, will commence on Monday, April 21.

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2025 Spring Mulch Program offers delivery for residents; self-serve suspended

By West Cook News | Apr 16, 2025

The 2025 Spring Mulch Program in the city has been officially launched.

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Headline: Oak Park Police Department updates community on recent activities and events

By West Cook News | Apr 16, 2025

The Oak Park Police Department updates the community on police activity and events from April 15-16, 2025, highlighting a summary of police activities, appreciation during National Public Safety Telecommunications Week, and an educational seminar...

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Did River Forest School District 90 students succeed or flounder in their 2023-24 school year ELA tests?

By West Cook News | Apr 15, 2025

In the 2023-24 school year, 76.4% of the students in River Forest School District 90 passed the ELA portion of the IAR, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Cook County home prices rose in February 2025 compared to February 2024

By West Cook News | Apr 15, 2025

In February, the median sale price of a home in Cook County rose by $22,000 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales increased by 14.5%.

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Families enjoy Easter celebration in Cicero with community events

By West Cook News | Apr 15, 2025

Families in Cicero came together on March 13 at the Cicero Community Center for the annual Easter celebration.

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Melrose Park residents paid 46th-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during January

By West Cook News | Apr 14, 2025

Melrose Park residents paid $2 million in sales taxes, the 46th highest total paid per municipality in January.

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Village of Brookfield Committee of the Whole met April 14

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Apr 14, 2025

Village of Brookfield Committee of the Whole met 7 p.m. Monday, April 14

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Brookfield Aging Well Team hosts musical bingo event on May 4

By West Cook News | Apr 14, 2025

The Brookfield Aging Well Team is organizing a "Remember That Tune?"