The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch For West Chicago for today, May 7 2024 in effect until 8 pm tonight. This weather advisory also includes North Central Illinois and the nearby/surrounding counties of, DuPage, Kane, and McHenry . A tornado WATCH means tornadoes are possible in and near your area. Be ready…
Congratulations to Dr. Jessica Fidens Muñoz for being selected as one of the 40 Under 40 Leaders in Hispanic Health by the National Hispanic Medical Association. Illinois Sentator, Karina Villa nominated Munoz for the esteemed honor. She was nominated for her dedication to health equity and advancing Latino representation in healthcare to ensure the best…
Teams’ efforts saved nearly 18,000 website visitors from falling victim to financial scam DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and United States Secret Service Deputy Special Agent in Charge Derek Mayer announced today that a recent joint sting operation conducted by the two agencies, along with DuPage County’s IT Department, resulted in shutting down more…
Local resident, Kayla Niziolek of Killin’ It With Coupons has put together a list of great deals to save you money on groceries and personal care items for local retailers such as Walgreens, Jewel, Aldi, and Dollar General. Her lists and links for coupons will help you stretch your shopping dollars and keep your money local as…
Library Closure Notice: Friday, May 10th The West Chicago Public Library announces its closure for the entire day on Friday, May 10th, due to the annual staff in-service day. Apologies are extended for any inconvenience caused, and the library staff sincerely appreciates patrons’ patience. Regular hours of operation will resume on Thursday, May 9th, and…
Don Metzger died peacefully at home with his family present on May 1, 2024 after a short battle with pancreatic cancer. He was born on January 22, 1931 to Edward and Marie (Hartung) Metzger in Joliet, IL. Don grew up in Brookfield, IL and graduated from Lyons Township High School in 1948. He then worked…
The Wildcat Chronicle, West Chicago Community High School’s student publication clinched a coveted National win and three distinguished individual awards at the recent Journalism Education Association (JEA) National High School Journalism Convention in Kansas City, showcasing excellence in journalism. The highlight of the event was the Chronicle’s achievement in securing the prestigious Pacemaker award from…
West Chicago Property Transfers The following property transfers were recorded. This information is a matter of public record. $615,000; 950 Aster Lane, West Chicago; Sold on March 4, 2024, by Lowman Trust to Matthew C Brink $610,000; 2687 Bainbridge Blvd., West Chicago; Sold on Jan. 16, 2024, by Paul Prieur to Trevor M Jay $530,000;…
Labor and delivery nurse overcomes cancer and heart failure As Nancy Polizzi helps bring new life into this world at Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital, she reflects on how fortunate she is to be alive. The Montgomery labor and delivery nurse has survived not just one, but two life-threatening diseases, all while keeping a positive…
The West Chicago High School LifeSmarts Team represented Illinois at the 30 th Annual National LifeSmarts Competition. The competition took place April 18-21 in San Diego, CA and the West Chicago team finished in 9 th place. Members of the team are Angie Jacobo (Captain), Arely Jacobo, Dana Tomasevic, Briana Guerrero, and Miranda Bucio. The…
West Chicago Community High School Summer School 2024 Session 1: May 29 through June 13 Summer School 2024 Session 2: June 20 through July 8 Registration: April 8, 2024 through May 24, 2024 Resident Fee: $100 per semester credit Non-Resident Fee: There is a non-resident fee of $250.00 per semester credit. Priority enrollment will be…
DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Naperville Chief of Police Jason Arres announced that a fifteen-year-old male Aurora juvenile has been accused of possessing a loaded semiautomatic pistol. The juvenile appeared at his detention hearing yesterday where Judge Chantelle Porter ordered he be released to the custody of his mother on home detention lockdown….
The City of West Chicago’s Police Department will be participating in the Dunkin’ Cop On a Rooftop event on Friday, May 17 from 5 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Dunkin’ locations at 110 W. Roosevelt Road, 330 S. Neltnor Boulevard, 185 W. North Avenue, and 1491 W. Roosevelt Road. The annual event involves law enforcement…
⚠️FOUND DOG⚠️ being held at DuPage County Animal Services. If this dog looks familiar to you, please contact the shelter. All animals that come to DCAS are checked for identification, including a microchip. 🏢: 120 N County Farm Rd. Wheaton, IL 60187 📞: 630-407-2800 Animal ID: A55863700 Arrived on: 5/6/24 This girl was found near…
