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West Cook News area weekly mass times

By West Cook News | Apr 5, 2025

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

Week ending March 29: Cook County home sales

By West Cook News | Apr 5, 2025

There were 645 reported residential sales in Cook County in the week ending March 29, according to BlockShopper.com.

Village of Franklin Park Zoning Board of Appeals met April 2

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Apr 5, 2025

Village of Franklin Park Zoning Board of Appeals met 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 2

Cicero hosts urban forestry training with Morton Arboretum

By West Cook News | Apr 5, 2025

The Town of Cicero, in collaboration with the Morton Arboretum, recently hosted a two-day Urban Forestry Basics Training class.

Prairie State taxes: North Riverside residents rank 80th in total sales taxes paid for January

By West Cook News | Apr 4, 2025

North Riverside residents paid $1.3 million in sales taxes, ranking 80th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in January.

Village of Stickney Board of Trustees met April 2

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 4, 2025

Village of Stickney Board of Trustees met Wednesday, April 2

Village of Franklin Park President and Board of Trustees met March 3

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 4, 2025

Village of Franklin Park President and Board of Trustees met Monday, March 3

Proviso Township Board met March 3

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 4, 2025

Proviso Township Board met Monday, March 3

City of Northlake Finance & Rules Committee of the Whole met March 3

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 4, 2025

City of Northlake Finance & Rules Committee of the Whole met Monday, March 3

City of Northlake City Council met March 3

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 4, 2025

City of Northlake City Council met Monday, March 3

Bellwood School District 88 Board of Education met April 2

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 4, 2025

Bellwood School District 88 Board of Education met Wednesday, April 2

Cook County releases detailed map for 2025 highway construction projects

By West Cook News | Apr 4, 2025

The Cook County Department of Transportation and Highways (DoTH) has unveiled its 2025 highway construction project map.

Jesús "Chuy" García discusses policy issues and launches a new Hispanic Caucus initiative

By West Cook News | Apr 4, 2025

Jesús "Chuy" García recently communicated with his constituents via social media, sharing updates on both new initiatives and critiques of the Trump administration.

Oak Park Police Department updates public on ongoing homicide investigation

By West Cook News | Apr 4, 2025

The Oak Park Police Department has released updates on an ongoing homicide investigation, with one male victim and six suspects now in custody.

Tim Racki: Building a Championship Culture at Nazareth Academy

By West Cook News | Apr 3, 2025

Tim Racki, the head football coach at Nazareth Academy, recently sat down with former player Louie Stec on Louie Stec’s Simple Podcast to discuss his journey as both a player and a coach

Oak Park Police Department updates on crime and safety measures in April 2025

By West Cook News | Apr 3, 2025

The Oak Park Police Department released updates through tweets in early April 2025, covering crime maps, a summary of police activity, and distracted driving awareness.

Chuy García critiques Trump policies and social security changes on social media

By West Cook News | Apr 2, 2025

U.S. Congressman Jesús "Chuy" García recently took to social media to express concerns about immigration policies, changes to the Social Security system, and the economic impact of tariffs implemented by the Trump administration.

West Cook County Consolidated Election Day is coming up on April 1

By West Cook News | Apr 1, 2025

Municipal officials in West Cook County — including mayors, village board members, and school board members — are on the ballot on April 1, the first Tuesday in April.

Oak Park Police Department reports peaceful evening and updates community guidelines

By West Cook News | Apr 1, 2025

The Oak Park Police Department reported a peaceful gathering of teenagers, shared police activity summaries, and advised pet owners on their responsibilities.