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Government-backed nonprofit Joseph Academy Inc profiled

By D. L. Caldwell | Sep 6, 2025

Joseph Academy Inc, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $2 grant in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

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Inside Oak Park Regional Housing Center—an Illinois DOGE Profile

By D. L. Caldwell | Sep 5, 2025

Oak Park Regional Housing Center, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $300,000 grant in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

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Brookfield Avenue parking limited for street project September 8–10

By L. E. Silva | Sep 5, 2025

Parking on the south side of Brookfield Avenue between Prairie Avenue and Forest Avenue will be unavailable from Monday, September 8 through Wednesday, September 10.

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Oak Park Police Department announces new hires and highlights preparedness month

By D. L. Caldwell | Sep 5, 2025

The Oak Park Police Department shared updates between September 4-5, announcing three new officer recruits and promoting National Preparedness Month through public outreach posts.

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Illinois DOGE Profile: Sarah's Inn

By D. L. Caldwell | Sep 4, 2025

Sarah's Inn, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $500,000 grant in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 103-0006).

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Congress Park Metra Station north entrance closes for September construction

By S. J. Chapman | Sep 4, 2025

Starting September 8, the north side entrance of the Congress Park Metra Station will be temporarily closed for construction.

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Cicero officials join FEMA teams for flood damage assessments after August storms

By B. L. Wells | Sep 4, 2025

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) teams have arrived in Cicero to assess damage caused by severe storms and flooding that occurred from August 16 to 19.

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Oak Park Police Department posts new crime summaries and maps for August

By E. J. David | Sep 4, 2025

The Oak Park Police Department released new crime summaries and updated maps covering mid-to-late August through early September.

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Illinois DOGE Deep Dive: Maywood Fine Arts Association

By D. L. Caldwell | Sep 3, 2025

Maywood Fine Arts Association, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive two grants totaling $3,500,000 in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

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Week ending Sept. 13: 49 inmates sentenced in Cook County to be released from prison

By A. J. Gale | Sep 3, 2025

There were 49 inmates who were sentenced in Cook County and are set to be released from prison in the week ending Sept. 13.

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Cantata plans centennial festival with music performances and family activities

By S. J. Chapman | Sep 3, 2025

Cantata will host its Centennial Festival on Saturday, September 13, from 2 to 9:30 p.m. at its campus.

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LRS refuse and recycling pickup delayed due to Labor Day in Western Springs

By West Cook News | Sep 3, 2025

LRS refuse and recycling collection in the Village of Western Springs will be delayed by one day during the week of September 1.

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Village of Western Springs Recreation Department seeks part-time building supervisor

By West Cook News | Sep 3, 2025

The Recreation Department has announced an opening for a part-time Building Supervisor position.

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Government-backed nonprofit Housing Forward profiled

By D. L. Caldwell | Sep 2, 2025

Housing Forward, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive five grants totaling $4,725,000 in FY2024 for infrastructure improvements to the rectory building of the St Catherine of Siena - St Lucy Campus, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

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League of American Workers president: 'Our education system in America is failing our children'

By West Cook News | Sep 2, 2025

Steve Cortes, President of the League of American Workers, expressed concerns about the state of America's education system.

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Inside Oak Park Art League—an Illinois DOGE Profile

By D. L. Caldwell | Sep 1, 2025

Oak Park Art League was approved to receive a $33,400 grant in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

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Government event this September in West Cook County

By E. J. David | Sep 1, 2025

The following event is scheduled to take place in West Cook County this month.

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Cicero ends summer with community celebration at Community Park

By West Cook News | Aug 31, 2025

Families gathered at Cicero Community Park to mark the end of summer with a community celebration featuring bounce houses, a petting zoo, live entertainment, and cultural performances.

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State-funded Nonprofit Spotlight: Hephzibah Children's Association

By D. L. Caldwell | Aug 31, 2025

Hephzibah Children's Association, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive two grants totaling $500,001 in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

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Cook County schedules free vaccine clinics for veterans’ pets in fall 2025

By West Cook News | Aug 31, 2025

The Cook County Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of Animal and Rabies Control (ARC) are collaborating with Chicago Animal Care and Control and South Suburban Humane Society to offer free rabies and distemper vaccine and microchip...