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President Preckwinkle signs order barring ICE from using Cook County property

By S. J. Chapman | Oct 16, 2025

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle has signed an executive order that bans the use of county-owned property, resources, and personnel for civil immigration enforcement activities.

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Village of Riverside launches community feedback survey for residents

By L. E. Silva | Oct 16, 2025

The Village of Riverside has introduced a new community survey aimed at collecting feedback from residents and others who interact with Village staff and services.

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Oak Park Police Department posts updates on crime activity and burglary trends

By S. J. Chapman | Oct 16, 2025

The Oak Park Police Department provided several updates in mid-October about local crime activity and burglary trends via social media.

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River Forest residents seek minor variation for garage height at Franklin Avenue property

By B. L. Wells | Oct 15, 2025

Gregory and Heather Ignoffo, the owners of 307 Franklin Avenue, have applied for a minor variation to construct a new detached garage on their property.

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Pace to hold public hearings on 2026 budget and financial plans

By S. J. Chapman | Oct 15, 2025

Pace, the suburban Chicago commuter bus company that includes service to Brookfield, is organizing public hearings this month regarding its 2026 operating budget, a two-year financial plan, and a five-year capital program.

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Oak Park and River Forest High School’s Sheila Hardin named top math teacher in Illinois

By S. J. Chapman | Oct 14, 2025

Sheila Hardin, a teacher at Oak Park and River Forest High School, has been named the best high school math teacher in Illinois by the Illinois Council of Teachers of Mathematics (ICTM).

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Mobile emissions testing event set for October in Western Springs

By L. E. Silva | Oct 14, 2025

A mobile emissions and vehicle inspection event is scheduled to take place from October 20 to 24, 2025, at the Recreation Center parking lot located at 1500 Walker Street.

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West Central Consolidated Communications names Thomas Perfect as new executive director

By L. E. Silva | Oct 14, 2025

Thomas Perfect has been named the new Executive Director of West Central Consolidated Communications (WC3), the emergency dispatch center announced.

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Cook County opens applications for $1,000 homeowner relief fund

By B. L. Wells | Oct 14, 2025

Cook County has introduced the Homeowner Relief Fund, offering one-time payments of $1,000 to eligible homeowners who have experienced significant property tax increases in recent years.

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Western Springs Police Department reminds landscapers of proper leaf collection practices

By L. E. Silva | Oct 14, 2025

The Western Springs Police Department has issued a reminder to landscapers about proper leaf placement and collection within the Village of Western Springs.

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Oak Park Police Department shares updates on police activity and breast cancer awareness efforts

By B. L. Wells | Oct 14, 2025

The Oak Park Police Department published summaries of recent police activities and announced their participation in Breast Cancer Awareness Month on social media.

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Who from West Cook County area’s former high school athletes will participate in games on Friday, Oct. 17?

By N. A. Dorsey | Oct 14, 2025

Friday, Oct. 17 will see these former West Cook County area high school stars in competition.

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Village of Brookfield Village Board met Oct. 13

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 13, 2025

Village of Brookfield Village Board met Monday, Oct. 13

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Village of Bellwood Committee of a Whole met Oct. 13

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 13, 2025

Village of Bellwood Committee of a Whole met Monday, Oct. 13

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Melrose Park responsible for 43rd-highest sales tax revenue per muncipality in Illinois during August

By D. L. Caldwell | Oct 13, 2025

Melrose Park residents paid approximately $2.1 million in sales taxes, the 43rd highest total paid per municipality in August.

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Lyons Farmers Market to be held on three Wednesdays in October

By L. E. Silva | Oct 12, 2025

The Lyons Farmers Market will take place on three Wednesdays in October.

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Which ex-high school standouts featured in West Cook County will compete on Wednesday, Oct. 15?

By N. A. Dorsey | Oct 12, 2025

On Wednesday, Oct. 15, this former West Cook County area high school star will be competing.

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Home sales in Cook County during week ending Oct. 4

By R. M. Kim | Oct 11, 2025

There were 234 reported residential sales in Cook County in the week ending Oct. 4, according to BlockShopper.com.

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Oak Park residents rank 89th in total sales taxes paid per muncipality in Illinois for August

By D. L. Caldwell | Oct 11, 2025

Oak Park residents paid approximately $1.2 million in sales taxes, ranking 89th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in August.

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Oak Park and River Forest High School to host first Hispanic Heritage Celebration Dinner

By L. E. Silva | Oct 11, 2025

The Office of Equity and Student Success at Oak Park and River Forest High School is organizing its first annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration Dinner.