West Cook News

Village of Brookfield Committee of the Whole met Aug. 26

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Aug 31, 2024

Village of Brookfield Committee of the Whole met Monday, Aug. 26

Village of Brookfield Village Board met Aug. 26

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Aug 31, 2024

Village of Brookfield Village Board met Monday, Aug. 26

Proviso Township Board met Aug. 5

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Aug 31, 2024

Proviso Township Board met Monday, Aug. 5

Village Hall announces closure and garbage schedule changes for Labor Day

By West Cook News | Aug 30, 2024

The Village Hall will be closed this Monday, September 2nd, in observance of Labor Day. There will be no garbage pick-up on Monday. All garbage pick-up will be pushed back one day, with Friday’s route being picked up on Saturday.

LRS announces collection delay due to Labor Day holiday

By West Cook News | Aug 30, 2024

LRS collection service (waste, recycling, and yard waste services) will be delayed by one day during Labor Day week.

Lawfare in Mayberry: Unsuccessful River Forest mayoral candidate seeks to oust incumbent Adduci with term limits

By West Cook News | Aug 29, 2024

Patty Henek would face an uphill battle in a 2025 re-match with three-term River Forest Village President Cathy Adduci.

Cook County launches campaign promoting no-cost small business advising services

By West Cook News | Aug 29, 2024

The Cook County Small Business Source (The Source) has launched a campaign to encourage business owners to sign up for its no-cost business advising services.

Cook County launches $11.5 million program for suburban residents' water bill relief

By West Cook News | Aug 28, 2024

Cook County, in collaboration with Elevate, announced the launch of the Cook County Water Affordability Program, a new initiative designed to assist suburban Cook County residents struggling with their water bills.

Fall clean-up scheduled for mid-September

By West Cook News | Aug 28, 2024

Fall Clean-Up is scheduled for the week of Monday, September 16th through Friday, September 20th, on residents' usual garbage collection day. All bulk items should be placed out by 7 AM.

Cicero opens for property tax appeals until September 23

By West Cook News | Aug 27, 2024

The Cook County Board of Review has opened Cicero Township for property tax appeals. Cicero homeowners can appeal the assessed value of their property with the Cook County Board of Review until Monday, September 23.

Cicero offers homeowner grants funded by HUD's CDBG program

By West Cook News | Aug 27, 2024

The Town of Cicero, with funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, offers a range of residential rehabilitation programs designed to assist homeowners in maintaining safe, healthy, and accessible homes. These programs provide financial aid to eligible residents for various critical home repairs and improvements, focusing on those with low to moderate incomes. Below is an overview of the available programs and their benefits.

From Chicago City Wire

3rd Congressional District candidate Booras on censorship of billboards around DNC: 'The facts demonstrate that Pritzker and Johnson have made serious errors in judgment'

By Chicago City Wire reports | 3 months ago

3rd Congressional District candidate John Booras has sharply criticized the censorship of political advertisements and the decision-making of state leaders, highlighting recent disputes over billboard ads and the effectiveness of current mainstream media.

WSPD issues safety tips following vehicular hijacking and armed robbery

By West Cook News | Aug 26, 2024

The WSPD responded to a reported aggravated vehicle carjacking and armed robbery on Sunday morning at 6 am.

Cook County hosts first "Community Voices" meeting for American Rescue Plan program feedback

By West Cook News | Aug 26, 2024

Cook County, under the leadership of Board President Toni Preckwinkle, is initiating its "Community Voices" event series with the first of four community meetings this week. The inaugural meeting will be held on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at 69 W. Washington, Chicago, IL 60602 (22nd Floor, Rooms G & H). Residents are encouraged to attend and share their thoughts on which American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) programs should continue beyond 2026.

Cook County seeks resident input on future of ARPA-funded initiatives

By West Cook News | Aug 26, 2024

Cook County is set to kick off its “Community Voices” event series with the first of four community meetings this week. The first meeting will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2024, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 69 W. Washington in Chicago (22nd Floor, Rooms G & H).

Cook County seeks input on future of ARPA programs

By West Cook News | Aug 26, 2024

Cook County is launching its “Community Voices” series, with the first of four community meetings this week. Cook County residents are encouraged to share their thoughts on which American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) programs should continue after 2026. The first meeting will be held on Wednesday, August 28, from 6 - 7 pm at 69 W. Washington in Chicago (22nd Floor, Rooms G & H).

Oak Park opens cooling centers amid excessive heat warning

By West Cook News | Aug 25, 2024

The Village of Oak Park has issued an excessive heat warning for Monday, August 26, and Tuesday, August 27. In response, a cooling center will be established at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church (611 Randolph St.), operating from 3-7 p.m. on Monday and from noon-8 p.m. on Tuesday.

Which former West Cook News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Aug. 26?

By West Cook News | Aug 25, 2024

These former West Cook News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Aug. 26.

West Cook News area weekly mass times

By West Cook News | Aug 24, 2024

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

Home sales in Cook County in week ending Aug. 17

By West Cook News | Aug 24, 2024

There were 853 reported residential sales in Cook County in the week ending Aug. 17, according to BlockShopper.com.