Sheila Weinberg, Founder and CEO of Truth in Accounting, criticized Illinois' pension funding plan as unrealistic, referencing SEC fraud charges from 2013.
Oak Park and River Forest High School has reiterated its commitment to the safety and rights of all students following increased immigration activity in the area.
Catholic Pastor Larry Basbas warned his Riverside parishioners last Sunday not to mourn "every so-called leader" and to be wary of those who "lived in hatred."
In 2024, all of the H-2A petitions filed by an employer in the West Cook News publication area were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-2A Employer Data Hub.
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle has announced the launch of the Catalyst Grant, a new program aimed at supporting up to 88 established businesses in selected industries with $100,000 each to help them grow.
The Oak Park Police Department used its Twitter account in late September 2025 to promote student safety initiatives like Safe2Help Illinois and provide updates on police activity.
Naomi Medina and David Gonzalez have been recognized by the Brookfield Beautification Commission for their front garden at 9013 Burlington Ave., which was selected as the public’s favorite in August as part of the Garden Recognition Program.
The Oak Park Police Department published several posts on September 23 and September 24, 2025, providing links to recent police activity summaries and advising residents to take precautions against vehicle theft.