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Bellwood School District 88 students suspended 392 times just in 2023-24 school year

By W. E. Benitez | Jul 18, 2025

There were 392 incidents of students being suspended just in Bellwood School District 88 during the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois Report Card.

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Illinois Department of Corrections to release 50 inmates sentenced in Cook County during week ending July 26

By A. J. Gale | Jul 17, 2025

There were 50 inmates who were sentenced in Cook County and are set to be released from jail in the week ending July 26.

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Cicero School District 99 Report: Suspensions and two expulsions in Cicero School District 99 totaled 965 just in 2023-24 school year

By W. E. Benitez | Jul 17, 2025

There were 965 incidents of students being suspended or expelled just in Cicero School District 99 during the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois Report Card.

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Cicero Police join state-wide effort to reduce speeding in July

By West Cook News | Jul 17, 2025

The Cicero Police Department has announced a collaborative effort with the Illinois Department of Transportation, the Illinois State Police, and over 200 local law enforcement agencies to enhance traffic safety across Illinois.

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Cook County issues pet safety tips amid upcoming heat wave

By West Cook News | Jul 17, 2025

Heat indices in the triple digits are expected for the region this weekend and into early next week.

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Brookfield announces June winner for Garden Recognition Program

By West Cook News | Jul 17, 2025

Congratulations to Nino DaSilva, whose front garden at 9432 Henrietta Ave. was the Brookfield Beautification Commission's choice for its Garden Recognition Program for the month of June.

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Mustangs kick off flag football season with President Larry Dominick

By West Cook News | Jul 17, 2025

The Cicero Mustangs began their flag football season on July 13 at Drexel Park, with President Larry Dominick participating in the opening ceremony.

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Oak Park Police Department retires Det. Allan Reddins’ badge and posts new activity reports

By West Cook News | Jul 17, 2025

The Oak Park Police Department commemorated Detective Allan Reddins by retiring his badge during a Village Board meeting on July 16, 2025.

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Town of Cicero schedules mosquito control treatment for July 14

By West Cook News | Jul 17, 2025

We will be conducting a community-wide adult mosquito control treatment on Monday night, July 14th.

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Central Stickney School District 110 students suspended 8 times during 2023-24 school year

By W. E. Benitez | Jul 16, 2025

There were eight incidents of students being suspended in Central Stickney School District 110 during the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois Report Card.

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How did home valuation prices perform in Cook County in May 2025, compared to May 2024?

By A. P. Brill | Jul 15, 2025

In May, the median sale price of a home in Cook County rose by $25,000 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales decreased by 4.1%.

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How many times were students suspended or expelled in Oak Park Elementary School District 97 during 2023-24 school year?

By W. E. Benitez | Jul 15, 2025

There were 186 incidents of students being suspended in Oak Park Elementary School District 97 during the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois Report Card.

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Local Government Meeting today in West Cook County

By E. J. David | Jul 15, 2025

West Cook County City Council Meeting starting at 7 pm today — here's what you need to know!

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Oak Park Police Department shares updates on police activity and charity cycling event

By West Cook News | Jul 15, 2025

The Oak Park Police Department issued several updates between July 14-15, 2025, including new postings of police activity summaries and recognition of community involvement in the Cycle Across Illinois charity ride led by Sgt.

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Students suspended 48 times just in 2023-24 school year in Hillside School District 93

By W. E. Benitez | Jul 14, 2025

There were 48 incidents of students being suspended just in Hillside School District 93 during the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois Report Card.

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2024 H-1B petitions: Approvals for employers classified under Other Services (except Public Administration) industry across West Cook News publication area

By West Cook News | Jul 14, 2025

Of the 8 H-1B petitions filed by employers classified under the Other Services (except Public Administration) industry located across West Cook News publication area seven were approved in 2024, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Government event this week in West Cook County: July 13-19

By L. A. Tran | Jul 14, 2025

The following event is scheduled to take place in West Cook County this week.

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Franklin Park School District 84 reports 70 incidents of students being suspended just in 2023-24 school year

By W. E. Benitez | Jul 13, 2025

There were 70 incidents of students being suspended just in Franklin Park School District 84 during the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois Report Card.

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Proviso Township Board met July 7

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Jul 13, 2025

Proviso Township Board met 5:30 p.m. Monday, July 7

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Cicero Fest draws over 10,000 attendees for four days of fun

By West Cook News | Jul 13, 2025

The Town of Cicero recently hosted its annual Cicero Fest, a four-day event filled with music, food, rides, and family activities.