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Cook County issues warm weather safety tips for pet owners

By West Cook News | Jun 13, 2024

As temperatures exceed 90 degrees for the first time this season, the Cook County Department of Animal and Rabies Control advises pet owners to take special precautions to ensure their pets' health and welfare. The department offers several tips for pet owners:

Cook County releases interactive map detailing 2024 highway construction plans

By West Cook News | Jun 13, 2024

The Cook County Department of Transportation and Highways (DoTH) has released its 2024 highway construction project map. The interactive map, created by the Cook County Bureau of Technology's Geographic Information Systems Division, includes all construction projects underway or scheduled to begin this year. The map features projects aimed at preserving, modernizing, and expanding the county's transportation system.

Oak Park hosts annual Pride Party on June 22

By West Cook News | Jun 13, 2024

The Village of Oak Park will host its annual Pride Party on June 22, encouraging attendees to don their best rainbow-inspired outfits. Those interested in volunteering for the event can sign up online.

Brookfield Farmers Market seeks votes for best in Midwest title

By West Cook News | Jun 13, 2024

Last year, the Brookfield Farmers Market was voted the No. 1 farmers market in Illinois during the America's Farmers Market Celebration competition, sponsored by the nonprofit American Farmland Trust.

Former Riverside Police Chief: Western Springs PD let off Venezuelan thieves because of ‘SAFE-T Act’

By West Cook News | Jun 12, 2024

Retired Riverside police chief Thomas Weitzel said that the catch and release style of policing that occurred with the arrest of illegal aliens caught stealing bikes in Western Springs is a result of the SAFE-T Act.

Western Springs Police issue alert following rise in bicycle thefts

By West Cook News | Jun 12, 2024

The Western Springs Police Department has issued a Crime Alert regarding recent bicycle thefts. The department reported an increase in such incidents over the past few weeks, urging residents to take necessary precautions.

Friday Night Concert Series returns June 14 at Kiwanis Park

By West Cook News | Jun 12, 2024

The Friday Night Concert Series is set to return to Kiwanis Park on June 14. The event, which has become a staple of the community's summer activities, promises a lineup of local and regional musicians.

Casing the community swimming pool: Venezuelan illegal aliens caught stealing bikes on Sunday afternoon in Western Springs

By LGIS News Service | Jun 11, 2024

Western Springs police caught a group of "at least 12" Venezuelan illegal aliens casing village streets on Sunday, stealing bicycles, sources tell West Cook News.

Cicero Public Library receives $27,500 tech grant from Secretary Giannoulias

By West Cook News | Jun 11, 2024

Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias presented a $27,500 technology grant to the Cicero Public Library on June 6, 2024. This allocation is part of a broader initiative in which over 100 libraries across Illinois will receive a total of $2 million in new grant funding aimed at enhancing technological capabilities.

Village announces Household Clean-Up Day for June 22

By West Cook News | Jun 11, 2024

Household Clean-Up Day is scheduled for Saturday, June 22. Each year, the Village organizes this event with services provided by LRS, enabling residents to dispose of various household items such as clothing, draperies, books, furniture, scrap metal, and appliances. Mattresses must be plastic-wrapped and mirrors or glass must be unbroken or wrapped/boxed.

Wounded Warrior Project Soldier Ride to pass through Brookfield on June 13

By West Cook News | Jun 11, 2024

Brookfield residents are invited to salute wounded veterans and show support by attending the Wounded Warrior Project Soldier Ride, which will pass through Brookfield on the morning of Thursday, June 13.

Village's adjudication director retires after long tenure

By West Cook News | Jun 11, 2024

Anderson initially joined the Village of Oak Park as an administrative law judge in 2008. He became the Director of Adjudication two years later in 2010.

Brookfield Beautification Commission announces 2023 Brookie Award winners

By West Cook News | Jun 10, 2024

The Brookfield Beautification Commission annually recognizes business owners who have enhanced the appearance of their businesses' facades and interiors with the Brookie Award. This year, on June 7, members of the Commission, including Rose Bottorf, Elaine Jans, April Hedlund, and Steve Sabourin, along with Village Board liaison Katie Kaluzny, presented framed 2023 Brookie Awards and window stickers to three businesses.