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Kellie Ann Wlodek Obituary

Kellie Ann Wlodek, born on July 6, 1976, peacefully departed this life on January 16, 2025, to reunite with Our Lord and Savior. Her faith is what we believe carried her through all these years. . John 11:25-26 “Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me…

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Jobs: Du-Comm is Hiring 911 Dispatchers

DU-COMM Seeking 9-1-1 Dispatchers: Rewarding Careers in Public Safety DuPage Public Safety Communications (DU-COMM) is currently hiring 9-1-1 dispatchers and telecommunicators, offering a unique opportunity for individuals eager to serve their community in a meaningful way. This rewarding career provides competitive pay, excellent benefits, and the chance to make a critical impact during emergencies. As…

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Kenneth Ray Kiehn Obituary

Kenneth Ray ” Squirrel” Kiehn, age 70 of West Chicago, passed away on Friday, January 24, 2025. Beloved husband of 52 years to Deborah née Haberkamp; loving father of the late Jennifer (Dennis Woods) Kiehn, Trixie (Andrew) Denning, the late Sarah Kiehn, Megan (Andrew) Bowie and Kenny Kiehn; cherished son of the late Kenneth and…

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Jacqueline Kaspari Obituary

Jacqueline Kaspari, 73, of Villa Park, Illinois, found eternal rest in the loving embrace of our lord on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. Born in Chicago, Illinois, on March 18, 1951, to John and Constance Harman, Jacqueline dedicated her life to caring for others as a registered nurse at Loyola Hospital. She was a kind-hearted and…

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NAI Hiffman Brokers $4.225M Sale of Industrial Outdoor Storage Property in West Chicago

January 28, 2025-West Chicago, Illinois NAI Hiffman has successfully brokered the sale of a prime 4-acre industrial outdoor storage property located at 2351 Powis Road in West Chicago, near the DuPage County Airport. The property, which sold for $4.225 million, offers a strategic combination of shop, storage, and office facilities in a high-demand industrial area….

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Traffic Alert For WeGo Today

Per the City of West Chicago- Traffic Impact Alert A section of Easton Avenue, near the intersection of Washington Avenue, will remain closed through the afternoon today, January 28, for repairs following a recent water main break. Motorists are advised to exercise caution when traveling through this area and, when possible, use alternate routes.

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40 Asylum Seekers Arrive in West Chicago By Bus: Dropped Off At Metra Commuter Station - West Chicago news

Flames Erupt from Metra Train, Causing Delays

Flames Erupt from Metra Train, Causing Delays Recently, Union Pacific West (UPW) train #45, scheduled to arrive in La Fox at 5:50 p.m., was halted near West Chicago due to mechanical problems. Video footage obtained by FOX 32 Chicago captured flames coming from the train Monday evening, causing significant delays for passengers. The incident left…

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New Shopping Opportunity in West Chicago: Old Time Pottery Adds Clothing to Its Shelves

Local Business Spotlight- Old Time Pottery By Heather Niziolek Residents of West Chicago have a reason to celebrate as Old Time Pottery, located at [insert address], has introduced a new and unexpected addition to its product lineup—clothing! Known for its extensive selection of home décor, seasonal items, and affordable furnishings, the store has undergone significant…

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Traffic Alert For Hawthorne Lane

⚠️ Traffic Impact Alert ⚠️ Per the City of West Chicago- A section of westbound Hawthorne Lane, between Industrial Drive and Harvester Road, will remain closed through the afternoon today, January 24, for repairs following a recent water main break. Please be aware that the roadway may be hazardous due to icy conditions. Motorists are…

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Delbert Samuel Searles Obituary

Delbert Samuel Searles, age 57, of Naperville, IL, passed away peacefully on January 14th 2025, in his home with loved-ones. Born on June 1st in Chicago, Delbert was a beloved son, brother, and friend who brought joy and inspiration to everyone who knew him. Delbert entered the world as a miracle baby, weighing just 1…

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West Chicago Secures $300,000 Grant to Expand Tree Canopy

The City of West Chicago has been awarded a $300,000 grant from The Morton Arboretum’s Chicago Region Trees Initiative (CRTI) to enhance its community tree canopy. This funding is part of a competitive program made possible through the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service and CRTI. West…

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Thomas Chester Bockman Obituary

Dr. Thomas Chester Bockman, 85, of West Chicago, Illinois, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on January 20, 2025. Thomas was born October 20, 1939, in Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada. He was the first child of Chester Bockman and Mary (Soukup) Bockman. He is survived by his wife Patricia J (Kuhn) Bockman, 82;…

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Flood Watch In Effect Until Monday Morning

Severe Cold Brings Water Main Breaks, Internet Outages, and Warming Center Activations Across West Chicago and Suburbs

Severe Cold Brings Water Main Breaks, Internet Outages, and Warming Center Activations Across West Chicago and Suburbs The extreme cold gripping the Chicago area this week has caused significant disruptions, including water main breaks, internet outages, and dangerously low temperatures. In response, several local warming centers have been activated to provide residents with relief from…

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