City of Northlake Finance & Rules Committee of the Whole met Aug. 18

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 14, 2025

City of Northlake Finance & Rules Committee of the Whole met Monday, Aug. 18

Cicero School District 99 Board of Education met Sept. 10

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 14, 2025

Cicero School District 99 Board of Education met Wednesday, Sept. 10

President Larry Dominick attends opening of Alexander’s Restaurant in Stickney

By S. J. Chapman | Sep 13, 2025

President Larry Dominick attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony for Alexander’s Restaurant in Stickney, highlighting the significance of supporting local businesses in neighboring areas. “Every new business that opens its doors is a sign of growth...

Oak Park ranks 91st in total sales taxes paid per muncipality in Illinois during July

By D. L. Caldwell | Sep 13, 2025

Oak Park residents paid just over $1.1 million in sales taxes, ranking 91st in total sales taxes paid per municipality in July.

Chicago’s John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation grant kept Charlotte train murderer, arrested 14 times, on the streets

By West Cook News | Sep 13, 2025

The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation, headquartered in Chicago, gave $3.3 million to Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, to reduce jail use.

Student-directed play highlights leadership opportunities at Oak Park And River Forest High School

By L. E. Silva | Sep 12, 2025

Opening on Wednesday, September 17, "Perfect Arrangement," directed by senior Rowan Neville, is the latest production from Oak Park and River Forest High School’s Studio 200 program.

Prairie State Sales Taxes: Melrose Park residents paid 43rd-largest sum per muncipality in July

By D. L. Caldwell | Sep 12, 2025

Melrose Park residents paid just under $2.1 million in sales taxes, the 43rd highest total paid per municipality in July.

Illinois DOGE Deep Dive: West Cook County Youth Club

By D. L. Caldwell | Sep 12, 2025

West Cook County Youth Club, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive six grants totaling $1,750,000 in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698, Public Act 103-0006).

Oak Park Police Department posts updates on police activity and issues school bus safety reminder

By S. J. Chapman | Sep 12, 2025

The Oak Park Police Department provided recent updates on local police activity through its Twitter account on September 11 and September 12, 2025.

Riverside Township expands Nurse’s Lending Closet after closure in Brookfield

By L. E. Silva | Sep 12, 2025

Riverside Township has announced the expansion of its Nurse’s Lending Closet service area following the closure of St. Barbara Lending Closet in Brookfield.

Cook County urges safety as parades and large events approach

By S. J. Chapman | Sep 12, 2025

Cook County officials are urging residents to take safety precautions as several major events are scheduled in Chicago and surrounding areas this weekend and into next week.

House candidate Su on education: 'We need a system that prioritizes our students'

By K. T. Estrada | Sep 11, 2025

Eric Su, a candidate for House District 21, has emphasized the need for Illinois to redirect education funding towards classrooms and student outcomes while promoting innovation through vocational and STEM programs.

House candidate Su on public safety: 'We must focus on common-sense policies that support law enforcement'

By A. H. Peralta | Sep 11, 2025

Eric Su, a candidate for House District 21, emphasized the need for the legislature to enhance public safety by supporting law enforcement, crime prevention, and community security initiatives.

Illinois House candidate Su: 'I do not support sanctuary cities for illegal aliens'

By N. D. Moriarty | Sep 11, 2025

Eric Su, a candidate for Illinois House District 21, expressed concerns over sanctuary city policies, stating they impose burdens on taxpayers, law enforcement, and public services rather than benefiting communities.

Illinois House candidate Su: 'We need a system that works, not one that keeps repeating the same problems'

By N. D. Moriarty | Sep 11, 2025

Eric Su, a candidate for House District 21, said that Illinois can stabilize its finances and protect essential services through targeted revenue fixes, pension reform, and efficiency measures.

Cook County unveils new website aimed at advancing countywide digital equity

By L. E. Silva | Sep 11, 2025

Cook County has introduced a new Digital Equity website at digitalequity.cookcountyil.gov, aiming to serve as a central hub for residents and partners seeking resources and initiatives that promote equitable access to technology throughout the...

Northlake residents rank 88th in total sales taxes paid per muncipality in Illinois for July

By D. L. Caldwell | Sep 11, 2025

Northlake residents paid approximately $1.2 million in sales taxes, ranking 88th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in July.

State-funded Nonprofit Spotlight: Answer, INC

By D. L. Caldwell | Sep 11, 2025

Answer, INC, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive seven grants totaling $2,640,640 in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102- 6 0698, Public Act 102- 6 0698 , Public Act 103-0006, Public Act 103-0006).

Cook County plans more than 100 events for Digital Inclusion Week

By B. L. Wells | Sep 11, 2025

Cook County will participate in Digital Inclusion Week from October 6 to 10, 2025, joining a national effort to promote digital access and literacy.

Western Springs Police announce community-wide Pippin-themed coloring contest

By B. L. Wells | Sep 11, 2025

The Western Springs Police Department is organizing a coloring contest featuring its comfort dog, Pippin.

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