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Arlington Heights Awaits Bear Response to Racetrack Tax Proposal
The Arlington Heights Daily Herald reported a response was submitted by the Bears to a proposed solution for the tax standoff over the racetrack, which might mean a shift in the stadium outlook.
DuPage County Division of Transportation announce major road construction projects kicking off this year
“It’ll be a great place if they ever finish it,” the old O. Henry quote, jabbing at the seemingly endless construction around New York City, comes to mind every summer in Illinois; as construction crews come out of winter hibernation to fill some of the potholes expanded by the thawing and freezing of precipitation on roads’ surfaces. This year, as part of its five-year Transportation ...
Nightmare on Chicago Street Coming in 2024!
For the past 11 years, the city of Elgin’s streets have been crawling with zombies… we need to unite and stop them together on October 19, 2024! The night of the dead is coming up soon! Not only has the footprint for the event gotten larger, but there is a whole new zone about the Aztec underworld!
Upcoming Street Closures for Hometown Fest Parade
Attention Village of Palatine residents and visitors: To ensure a smooth and enjoyable event, please note the following important information:. Street closures along the parade route begin promptly at 10AM and will remain closed until the parade clears the area. If you live near the parade route, plan ahead for access to and from your residence on Saturday morning.
Local WWII veteran's Purple Heart returned to family 82 years after it was first awarded
The Illinois Treasurer’s Office has returned another missing Purple Heart. The latest medal has been returned to the family of Jerome Even of Park Ridge. He was awarded the Purple Heart in 1942 for his service during the attack on Pearl Harbor.
City seeking $2 million from state to fund shelter rehabs
City officials plan to request a $2 million grant from the state government to complete funding for the rehabilitation of Hilda’s Place emergency homeless shelter in the basement of Lake Street Church, 607 Lake St., and residents will be able to submit input on the application over the next week.
North Shore art tradition reaches centennial, brings thousands to Hubbard Woods Park
More than 4,000 art lovers and friends enjoyed a sun-drenched weekend at the 100th Art in the Village Friday-Saturday, June 22-23, in Hubbard Woods Park in Winnetka, according to a press release from the North Shore Art League, the event’s organizer. The Art in the Village juried show featured an diverse lineup of artists from […] The post North Shore art tradition reaches centennial, brings thousands to Hubbard Woods Park appeared first on The Record.
Evanston residents calling 'dibs' as they stake out spots for July 4th parade
EVANSTON, Ill. - There’s no snow on the ground, but residents in one Chicago suburb are already calling "dibs" on spots along the side of the road. As Evanston’s annual Fourth of July parade approaches, people are staking out the best places to park their seats. Although the celebration is still two days away, it’s never too early to secure a prime viewing spot along the parade route.
OP Public Health Director Theresa Chapple steps down
After about three years in the position, Oak Park’s Public Health Director Theresa Chapple will be officially leaving her role July 12. Chapple is taking a couple weeks of vacation now, according to village officials, and is not expected back by the time her official tenure concludes. For now, Deputy Village Manager Lisa Shelley will oversee the public health department, which celebrated its 75th anniversary this year.
Firearm-detecting K9 unit gets trial run with Township High School District 113
A new top dog has enrolled in summer school with Township High School District 113. A firearm-detecting K9 team will begin Monday, July 8, at Deerfield High School, as part of a weeklong pilot program that could be added to the district’s security measures moving forward, according to a community message from Brian Ahmer, District […] The post Firearm-detecting K9 unit gets trial run with Township High School District 113 appeared first on The Record.
Low attendance dooms Highland Park French Market
Gone are the summer days of sipping and shopping at Highland Park’s French Market, formerly known as the Artisan Market. As of June 13, the city has canceled the weekly market, which was supposed to be held every Sunday through the end of summer at The Lot, a makeshift downtown venue located at 525 Central […] The post Low attendance dooms Highland Park French Market appeared first on The Record.
The village isn’t listening
After living in the village of Oak Park for 25 years, it is surprising how little our voices are heard in this small community. When the Madison Street road diet was implemented, there was prompt removal of the planters and trees without warning, evidently fearing community input. There was a 5-story apartment building approved despite a 7-0 vote rejection by the Plan Commission. Now we are pushing forward with leaf-bagging, which is opposed by the majority of the village. It has been stated that the recycling service may not be able to continue leaf pickup.
Village of Niles Extends Vehicle Sticker Deadline to August 15
Due to construction at Village Hall and the Village’s recent cybersecurity incident, Mayor George D. Alpogianis and the Board of Trustees of the Village of Niles today announced a 45-day extension to the deadline for displaying 2024-2025 vehicle stickers. Instead of requiring stickers to be displayed by July 1, stickers must now be displayed by August 15. The Village of Niles appreciates the cooperation of the public and all those who have already purchased their sticker.
The Week Ahead, July 1-7: Fourth of July Celebrations and Concerts in Chicagoland
The Week Ahead is back, a preview of all things Evanston and Chicago. This week features Fourth of July celebrations and parades, concerts and a festival. Tuesday July 2, at 6:30 p.m. Free. The Big Style Brass Band features ten members that play brass band music from New Orleans tradition....
Highland Park readies for return of annual parade two years after tragedy
American flags already adorn the parade route for Thursday’s Independence Day parade in downtown Highland Park. It will mark the first time the city has hosted a parade since the 2022 mass shooting that forever changed the North Shore community. Last year, the city opted for a quieter community...
$102 million construction project underway at Oak Park, Illinois, high school
The Oak Park-River Forest (Illinois) district has begun work on construction of a $102 million physical education wing at Oak Park-River Forest High School in Oak Park. The Wednesday Journal of Oak Park and River Forest reports that the so-called Project 2 will will include a new swimming pool as part of a total demolition of the physical education facilities at the southeast corner of the Scoville Avenue campus.
Here in Evanston: Never the same parade
Before there was the Juneteenth parade, Evanston’s main observance of independence was the Fourth of July parade on Central Street. After 50 years of being an exclusively North Evanston institution, in 1973 Celebration Manager Garth J. Conley Jr. encouraged all civic, social and religious organizations to enter the parade. The day’s events would be characterized as the “Evanston 4th of July Celebration,” not the “North Evanston 4th of July Celebration.”
Mundelein Community Days Parade Line Up List
Happy Fourth of July, Mundelein! The Mundelein Community Days Parade returns on Sunday, July 7 at 2:00 PM The parade begins at Mundelein High School, travels east on Hawley St., south on Seymour Ave, east on Division St., and concludes at the Metra parking lot. This year’s theme is “Mundelein – Made to Win! Celebrating the 2024 Summer Olympics.”
Latest news from Evanston: Your Tuesday daily digest
Newsletter images missing? Read this on the web instead. Good Tuesday morning, Evanston. The Evanston Fire Department on Monday afternoon paused its search for a swimmer at Lighthouse Beach who went missing Sunday. EFD said “surface and shoreline searches” will resume today for the missing 41-year-old man. The beach remained closed as of late Monday afternoon. (Sunday photo by Joerg Metzner.)
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