West Cook News

FEMA teams assist Brookfield residents after severe weather

By West Cook News | Oct 17, 2024

FEMA representatives are actively visiting homes in Brookfield to assist residents affected by the severe weather events that occurred from July 13-16. These FEMA Disaster Survivor Assistance Teams are aiding residents in applying for assistance and referring them to other resources for unmet needs following storms, tornadoes, straight-line winds, and flooding that impacted Cook, Fulton, Henry St. Clair Washington, Will, and Winnebago counties.

From Chicago City Wire

House District 36 candidate Shanahan McGovern: ‘Crime versus community safety should not even be a debate’

By Chicago City Wire reports | 1 month ago

Christine Shanahan McGovern, the Republican candidate for Illinois House District 36, has issued a strong response to the recent endorsement of GOP candidate Bob Fioretti by civil rights leader Reverend Jesse Jackson.

Community prepares for Monsters on Mainstreet Halloween event

By West Cook News | Oct 16, 2024

The Monsters on Mainstreet Trick-Or-Treat and Costume Contest event is set to return on October 26. This annual community gathering promises an evening of fun and festivity for all ages.

2023: Bellwood School District 88 administrators rank 329th lowest in state for average salary

By West Cook News | Oct 15, 2024

Administrators in Bellwood School District 88 earn an average of $101,145 per year, ranking 329th lowest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Cook County home prices rose in August 2024 compared to August 2023

By West Cook News | Oct 15, 2024

In August, the median sale price of a home in Cook County rose by $20,000 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales decreased by 9%.

FOIA Request Sent to Northlake City Council Regarding Council Members' Details on October 15, 2024

By West Cook News | Oct 15, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Northlake City Council in Illinois on October 15, 2024.

FOIA Request Sent to Berwyn City Council Regarding Council Members' Details on October 15, 2024

By West Cook News | Oct 15, 2024

FOIA Request to Berwyn City Council Regarding Council Members' Details on October 15, 2024.

Cicero School District 99 administrators rank 370th lowest in state for average salary in 2023

By West Cook News | Oct 14, 2024

Administrators in Cicero School District 99 earn an average of $103,488 per year, ranking 370th lowest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Prairie State sales taxes: Melrose Park residents paid 42nd-largest sum in July

By West Cook News | Oct 14, 2024

Melrose Park residents paid $1.8 million in sales taxes, the 42nd highest total paid per municipality in July.

Analysis: J. Sterling Morton High School District 201 administrators rank 387th lowest in state for average salary in 2023

By West Cook News | Oct 13, 2024

Administrators in J. Sterling Morton High School District 201 earn an average of $104,410 per year, ranking 387th lowest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Which former West Cook News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 14?

By West Cook News | Oct 13, 2024

These former West Cook News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 14.

2023: Lyons School District 103 administrators rank 403rd lowest in state for average salary

By West Cook News | Oct 12, 2024

Administrators in Lyons School District 103 earn an average of $105,445 per year, ranking 403rd lowest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

West Cook News area weekly mass times

By West Cook News | Oct 12, 2024

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

City of Countryside Infrastructure Committee met October 9

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Oct 12, 2024

City of Countryside Infrastructure Committee met 6:45 p.m. Wednesday, October 9.

Cicero Library hosts annual Halloween pet parade with costume contest

By West Cook News | Oct 12, 2024

Join the Cicero Public Library's Annual Halloween Pet Parade on Saturday, October 12, 2024. The event will take place at 1 PM at 5225 W. Cermak Road.

Village of Western Springs Public Works & Water Committee met Oct. 8

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 12, 2024

Village of Western Springs Public Works & Water Committee met Tuesday, Oct. 8

Village of River Forest Sustainability Commission met Oct. 8

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 12, 2024

Village of River Forest Sustainability Commission met Tuesday, Oct. 8

Village of Franklin Park Fire & Police Commission met Oct. 7

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 12, 2024

Village of Franklin Park Fire & Police Commission met Monday, Oct. 7

Village of Franklin Park President and Board of Trustees met Oct. 7

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 12, 2024

Village of Franklin Park President and Board of Trustees met Monday, Oct. 7

Proviso Township Board met Oct. 7

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 12, 2024

Proviso Township Board met Monday, Oct. 7