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Raoul says Illinois gun ban should remain in place
Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul said the attempted assassination of former President Trump demonstrates why the state’s gun ban should remain in place. U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas wrote that Illinois’ ban is ‘highly suspect because it broadly prohibits common semiautomatic firearms used for lawful purposes.”
Big Changes Coming to Olive Garden and Illinois Isn’t Happy
In a time when wallets are tightening and restaurants across the nation are feeling the heat, Olive Garden’s parent company, Darden Restaurants, is taking a daring stand that’s leaving many customers dissatisfied. Olive Garden's Bold Move Leaves Customers with a Bitter Taste. As inflation drives up operational costs...
Peru All-Stars tourney run ends Monday; D20 falls to Elmhurst
The Peru Softball 8 - 10 year old All-Stars finish at State knowing they were in the top four. Coach Tara Backes told WLPO that after Peru fell to an experienced Elmhurst team 4 – 0 Monday evening in Evergreen Park. Over the weekend, Backes' girls vaulted over their...
Madigan confidant asks for severance from upcoming corruption trial, claiming ex-speaker’s legal team could ‘ambush’ him
Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan’s relationship with Michael McClain was perhaps best described by McClain himself, who wrote a personal note to the speaker when he retired from lobbying in 2016, saying he’d still be at the ready for special “assignments” whenever Madigan beckoned. “I am at the bridge with my musket standing with and for the Madigan family,” McClain wrote at the ...
West Chicago Voice Welcomes New Journalist Lisa Welz – West Chicago Voice da la bienvenida a la nueva periodista Lisa Welz
We are thrilled to announce the newest addition to our team at the West Chicago Voice, Lisa (Yunker) Welz, who brings with her a wealth of experience and passion for storytelling. Lisa’s professional journey in journalism spans over 13 years, during which she has adeptly captured the essence and narratives...
Illinois teen Isabella Coleman-Sullivan looks to shine at Miss Amazing Summit
The Miss Amazing National Summit in Rosemont highlights women with disabilities, including Illinois Teen Isabella Coleman-Sullivan, who has raised over 7,200 items for food pantries and uses her platform to inspire and help others.
Legal Notice: West Chicago Park District To Hold Public Hearing To Receive Public Comments On Proposal To Sell Tax Park Bonds
The President and Board of Park Commissioners of the West Chicago Park District, Illinois will hold a public hearing on August 13, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. The hearing will be held at the ARC Center, 201 W. National Street, in West Chicago, Illinois. The purpose of the hearing will be to receive public comments on the proposal to sell general obligation limited tax park bonds in an amount not to exceed $750,000 for the purpose of (I) paying debt service on the District’s outstanding: (A) Series 2015A Bonds that were used to (i) advance refund a portion of the District’s outstanding 2009 Bonds, (ii) current refund the District’s outstanding 2014 Debt Certificates, and (iii) finance certain capital projects within the District, (B) Series 2015B Bonds that were used to advance refund a portion of the District’s outstanding 2009 Bonds, (C) Series 2017 that were issued to finance certain capital projects in the District, including the construction of a sports performance facility and improvements to the District’s Turtle Splash Park, and (D) Series 2023 that were issued to finance the payment of land condemned or purchased for parks, for the building, maintaining, improving and protecting of the same and the existing land and facilities of the District, and (II) paying costs of issuance of said limited tax park bonds. Gina Radun, Secretary Published in Daily Herald July 22, 2024 (4617652) , posted 07/22/2024.
Bartlett's use of drones and thermal imaging revolutionizing fire rescues
BARTLETT, Ill. - Technology is advancing in many areas of our lives more than ever before, including at your local fire department. In a Fox 32 special report, Kasey Chronis spoke with the Bartlett Fire Protection District about a tool they said has changed how they do their work. "There’s...
Back-to-School Celebration Hosted by WGN TV, City of West Chicago, and DuPage Airport Authority
On Thursday, August 1, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, WGN TV, the City of West Chicago, and the DuPage Airport Authority are teaming up to host a fantastic back-to-school celebration for children. The event will take place at the DuPage Airport, located at 2705 International Drive, West Chicago, IL 60185.
Oscar Mayer Wienermobile crashes on tollway, Illinois State Police say
The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile was involved in a rollover accident on the Tri-State Tollway near west suburban Oak Brook late Monday morning, Illinois State Police said. The famed hot dog-shaped vehicle was traveling north near Roosevelt Road about 11:10 a.m. when it hit a Hyundai sedan that was also traveling north, state police said. The wienermobile lost control and overcorrected after ...
Invenergy Begins Construction on $30 Million Clean Energy Training Facility in Bolingbrook, Illinois
Invenergy has commenced construction on its Center of Excellence (CoE), a $30 million clean energy training and manufacturing facility located at 790 Remington Boulevard in Bolingbrook, Illinois, approximately 30 miles from Chicago. The 135,000 sq. ft. facility is slated to open in the fourth quarter of 2024 and will employ...
Schwab Attends 2024 WeCoach Academy 2.0
ELMHURST, Ill. – Elmhurst University Head women’s golf, assistant men’s basketball, and student-athlete success coach Melissa Schwab recently selected to attend the 2024 WeCoach Academy 2.0, in partnership with the NCAA, in Denver, Colo. last month. The Women Coaches Academy is made possible through a longstanding partnership with the NCAA. This year was the 7th class in the NCAA Women’s Coach Academy, and is the second-straight year Schwab attended the event in addition to being a member of the WCA’s sixth class in 2023. Selected as one of the most talented collegiate women’s coaches, Schwab used the event to elevate…
Montgomery man sentenced to life for murdering wife who was considering court order
KANE COUNTY, Ill. — A Montgomery man was sentenced to life in prison for killing his wife who was considering a court order. Timothy Gordon was accused of shooting his wife, Yajaira, to death on Halloween 2022. He received 50 years for the murder plus an enhancement to a...
Police Department Highlighted for Impressive Increase in DUI Arrests
The Alliance Against Intoxicated Motorists (AAIM) published their 2023 DUI Survey results, which detail DUI data from every municipal and county law enforcement agency in Illinois, as well as the Illinois State Police. Among all municipalities in Illinois, excluding the City of Chicago, the West Chicago Police Department ranked 10th...
Stolen Vehicle Leads To Police Chase Along I-80
A police chase on Sunday night ended with arrest of an 18 year old who allegedly stole a vehicle in Warrenville. On Sunday, July 21st at 9:33 p.m. Will County Sheriff Deputies located a stolen blue Hyundai sedan near the area of Midland and Jefferson. The vehicle was stolen in Warrenville earlier that morning by suspects that were armed with handguns.
'An additional $6,000?': More Cook County residents confront assessor about property tax hike
COOK COUNTY - South suburban residents are expressing frustration and anger over soaring Cook County property taxes. Adrienne Hatton, who has been a resident of Markham for 17 years and currently finds herself surrounded by abandoned homes, is now struggling to meet her tax obligations. Hatton was one of 700...
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