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Cook County partners with Grow with Google for free adult career training

By S. J. Chapman | Oct 9, 2025

Cook County has announced a new partnership between its Project Rainbow initiative and Grow with Google to provide no-cost scholarships for Google Career Certificates to adult learners.

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Village of Western Springs seeks applicants for paid-on-call firefighter positions

By L. E. Silva | Oct 9, 2025

The Village of Western Springs is holding an informational meeting for those interested in becoming Paid-on-Call Firefighters.

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Brookfield Aging Well Team hosts event on exercise and brain health

By S. J. Chapman | Oct 9, 2025

The Brookfield Aging Well Team has extended an invitation to community members to learn about the benefits of exercise for brain health.

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Cicero marks 57th annual Houby Festival with parade celebrating Czech-Slovak roots

By B. L. Wells | Oct 9, 2025

The Town of Cicero hosted its 57th Annual International Houby Festival and Parade from October 2 to October 5.

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Oak Park Police Department announces officer swearing-in and posts activity summaries

By L. E. Silva | Oct 9, 2025

The Oak Park Police Department announced the swearing-in of Officer Megan Hanink and posted recent police activity summaries on October 8 and 9, 2025.

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Village of Brookfield seeks bids for Ehlert Park Field 1 renovation project

By L. E. Silva | Oct 8, 2025

The Village of Brookfield has announced it is seeking sealed bids for the renovation of Ehlert Park Field 1, which will take place in two phases.

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West Cook News publication area sees 8 H-2A petitions approved for employers classified under Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting industry during 2024

By R. G. Cardwell | Oct 8, 2025

All eight H-2A petitions filed by an employer classified under the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting industry located in the West Cook News publication area were approved in 2024, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-2A Employer Data Hub.

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Ted Dabrowski calls for accountability over low test scores, high taxes in Palatine CCSD 15

By West Cook News reports | Oct 8, 2025

Ted Dabrowski announced in a public statement that he visited Palatine to call for greater accountability from officials over low academic performance in Community Consolidated School District 15 and rising local property taxes.

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Brookfield completes final phase of multi-year fire hydrant painting project

By S. J. Chapman | Oct 7, 2025

Brookfield has launched its 2025 Fire Hydrant Painting Project, with contractor Go Painters beginning work last week in the north section of the Village.

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Oak Park Police Department highlights domestic violence awareness and shares police activity updates

By B. L. Wells | Oct 7, 2025

The Oak Park Police Department posted several updates on X in early October 2025, including links to recent police activity summaries and information about their partnership with Sarah's Inn during Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

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Village of La Grange announces job openings in fire, police, finance, and public works departments

By N. D. Moriarty | Oct 7, 2025

The Village of La Grange has announced openings for several positions across its departments.

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Village of Lyons announces Halloween event at Smith Park

By L. E. Silva | Oct 7, 2025

The Village of Lyons has announced its annual Halloween event, "Monsters in Smith Park," which will take place on Friday, October 31 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. The celebration is set to offer live entertainment, food, music, bounce houses, hayrides,...

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DHS condemns assault on ICE officers in Norridge

By M. G. Wall | Oct 6, 2025

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has issued a statement condemning assaults on Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers following two vehicular attacks in Norridge and Bensenville, Illinois.

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West Central Consolidated Communications appoints Thomas Perfect as executive director

By S. J. Chapman | Oct 6, 2025

West Central Consolidated Communications (WC3) has announced the appointment of Thomas Perfect as its new Executive Director, effective October 20, 2025.

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Riverside Fire Department promotes lithium-ion battery safety during Fire Prevention Week

By B. L. Wells | Oct 6, 2025

The Riverside Fire Department has joined with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) to highlight fire safety during this year’s Fire Prevention Week, taking place from October 5 to 11.

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River Forest addresses community concerns following recent ICE activity

By L. E. Silva | Oct 6, 2025

The Village of River Forest has acknowledged recent immigration enforcement actions conducted by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and other federal agencies in the area.

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Congress Park Metra Station completes north side access improvements

By S. J. Chapman | Oct 6, 2025

The north side entrance to the Congress Park Metra Station is now fully open following the completion of improvement work.

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City of Northlake City Council met Oct. 6

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 6, 2025

City of Northlake City Council met Monday, Oct. 6

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City of Northlake Finance & Rules Committee of the Whole met Oct. 6

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 6, 2025

City of Northlake Finance & Rules Committee of the Whole met Monday, Oct. 6

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Village of Broadview President and Board of Trustees met Oct. 6

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 6, 2025

Village of Broadview President and Board of Trustees met Monday, Oct. 6