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Administrators in Bellwood School District 88 earn an average of $105,283 per year, ranking 357th lowest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Lawn and Gilbert railroad crossings to close overnight for maintenance

RoadSafe, working as a subcontractor for BNSF Railway, has announced maintenance work scheduled for the railroad crossings at Lawn and Gilbert Avenue.

Lane reduction planned for Riverside Rd & Olmsted Rd intersection

Construction work is scheduled at the intersection of Riverside Road and Olmsted Road, beginning at 7:00 AM on Monday, June 30th, and concluding by 5:00 PM on Wednesday, July 2nd.

Cook County residents warned about jury duty phone scam

Several residents have reported receiving phone calls from an individual posing as a representative of the Cook County Sheriff’s Office, claiming they missed jury duty.

2024: J. Sterling Morton High School District 201 administrators rank 424th highest in state for average salary

Administrators in J. Sterling Morton High School District 201 earn an average of $110,280 per year, ranking 424th highest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

LeadCare Cook County replaces 200th lead service line at child care facilities

LeadCare Cook County has marked a significant achievement by replacing its 200th lead service line at a child care facility in suburban Cook County.

Railroad crossings in Riverside closed temporarily for maintenance

The Village of Riverside has announced the temporary closure of railroad crossings at Longcommon Road and Delaplaine Road due to track maintenance work.

Western Springs hosts annual Gathering on the Green event

The annual Gathering on the Green event is set to take place on Friday, June 27, from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Attendees can visit the Western Springs tent to engage with Village staff regarding current and upcoming infrastructure projects.

Rail crossings at Hollywood and Maple avenues closed overnight for maintenance

RoadSafe, working as a subcontractor for BNSF Railroad, has announced that the Hollywood Avenue and Maple Avenue grade crossings will be closed to traffic for maintenance.

Cicero School District 99 administrators rank 420th highest in state for average salary in 2024

By West Cook News | Jun 26, 2025

Administrators in Cicero School District 99 earn an average of $110,416 per year, ranking 420th highest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Analysis: Lyons School District 103 administrators rank 398th highest in state for average salary in 2024

By West Cook News | Jun 25, 2025

Administrators in Lyons School District 103 earn an average of $111,856 per year, ranking 398th highest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

College of DuPage theater presents 'Alice in TV-Land' at Western Springs

By West Cook News | Jun 25, 2025

The French Market in Western Springs is set to open its stalls today from 4 to 7 pm in front of the Tower Green.

New restaurant Cali Ve opens its doors in Cicero

By West Cook News | Jun 25, 2025

The town of Cicero recently celebrated the grand opening of Cali Ve, a new restaurant located at 3036 S. Laramie Avenue.

2024: Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview School District 89 administrators rank 344th highest in state for average salary

By West Cook News | Jun 24, 2025

Administrators in Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview School District 89 earn an average of $115,182 per year, ranking 344th highest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Cook County launches criminal justice dashboard for improved transparency

By West Cook News | Jun 24, 2025

Today, Cook County officials introduced the Cook County Criminal Justice Dashboard, a new tool designed to enhance transparency and understanding of the local criminal justice system.

Komarek School District 94 administrators rank 330th highest in state for average salary in 2024

Administrators in Komarek School District 94 earn an average of $115,909 per year, ranking 330th highest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

How many inmates sentenced in Cook County will be released during week ending July 5?

By A. J. Gale | Jun 23, 2025

There were 61 inmates who were sentenced in Cook County and are set to be released from jail in the week ending July 5.

How many H-1B petitions approved for employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry in West Cook News publication area during 2024?

All H-1B petitions filed by employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry located across West Cook News publication area were approved in 2024, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

Village of Lyons Library hosts Independence Day celebration with parade and fireworks

The Village of Lyons Library invites the community to celebrate Independence Day on Friday, July 4th.

Brookfield alters Fourth of July parade route due to construction