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Oak Park mourns officer killed in line of duty

By West Cook News | Nov 29, 2024

The Village of River Forest, represented by Village President Cathy Adduci and the Board of Trustees, has expressed condolences following the death of Oak Park Police Detective Allan Reddins.

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Oak Park detective killed; suspect charged with murder

By West Cook News | Nov 29, 2024

Nov. 30, 2024 - Jerell Thomas, a resident of the 4100 block of W. Cermak Rd. in Chicago, faces multiple charges including first-degree murder following the death of Oak Park Detective Allan Reddins.

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Western Springs School District 101: How many students met or exceeded expectations in ELA in 2022-23 school year?

By West Cook News | Nov 28, 2024

In the 2022-23 school year, 72.7% of the students in Western Springs School District 101 passed the ELA portion of the IAR, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Entertainment event this weekend in West Cook County: Friday, Nov. 29 - Sunday, Dec. 1

By West Cook News | Nov 28, 2024

Don't miss out on this entertainment event happening in West Cook County this weekend.

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Congressman Chuy García reflects on Harold Washington's legacy

By West Cook News | Nov 28, 2024

Congressman Jesús "Chuy" García commemorates Harold Washington's legacy while updating constituents about Thanksgiving office closures through recent tweets dated late November 2024

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Scouts introduce flag retirement box at Cicero board meeting

By West Cook News | Nov 28, 2024

During a recent Cicero board meeting, the Scouts of America introduced a new initiative aimed at properly retiring American flags.

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Stainless Machinez plans third annual toy drive with Town of Cicero

By West Cook News | Nov 28, 2024

Stainless Machinez Motorcycle Club is set to co-host its third annual toy drive with the Town of Cicero.

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Village of Brookfield Committee of the Whole met November 25

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Nov 27, 2024

Village of Brookfield Committee of the Whole met 7 p.m. Monday, November 25

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Emergency warming center opens amid severe winter forecast

By West Cook News | Nov 27, 2024

The Village has announced the opening of an emergency warming center on Friday evening due to anticipated cold weather conditions.

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Community panel on electric vehicles scheduled in Riverside

By West Cook News | Nov 27, 2024

An event focused on electric vehicles (EVs) is set to take place at the Quincy Street Community Center in Riverside, Illinois.

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Snow parking rules start Dec. 1; hotline available for updates

By West Cook News | Nov 27, 2024

Snow parking restrictions will be in effect starting December 1 and will continue through March 31.

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Children's breakfast event offers holiday fun at Lyons Village Hall

By West Cook News | Nov 27, 2024

Mark your calendars for the annual Children's Breakfast with Santa.

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Village of Western Springs Board of Trustees met Oct. 28

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 26, 2024

Village of Western Springs Board of Trustees met Monday, Oct. 28

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Village of River Forest Board of Fire and Police Commissioners met Oct. 30

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 26, 2024

Village of River Forest Board of Fire and Police Commissioners met Wednesday, Oct. 30

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Village of River Forest Board of Trustees met Oct. 28

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 26, 2024

Village of River Forest Board of Trustees met Monday, Oct. 28

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Village of Franklin Park Economic Development Commission met Nov. 21

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 26, 2024

Village of Franklin Park Economic Development Commission met Thursday, Nov. 21

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Village of Forest Park Village Council met Oct. 28

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 26, 2024

Village of Forest Park Village Council met Monday, Oct. 28

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Village of Forest Park Village Council met Nov. 25

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 26, 2024

Village of Forest Park Village Council met Monday, Nov. 25

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Village of Brookfield Village Board met Oct. 28

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 26, 2024

Village of Brookfield Village Board met Monday, Oct. 28

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Village of Brookfield Village Board met Nov. 25

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 26, 2024

Village of Brookfield Village Board met Monday, Nov. 25