The St. Charles community continues to mourn the heartbreaking loss of a 5-year-old boy who died in a tragic driveway accident on May 27. Following a thorough investigation by the…
By Lisa Welz, Staff Reporter WEST CHICAGO — More than 50 residents crowded into City Hall Monday night for a West Chicago City Council meeting that underscored a growing divide…
Facing a $425,000 revenue shortfall, council debates options to stabilize the city’s finances By Lisa Welz, Staff Reporter The West Chicago City Council’s Finance Committee met on Monday, June 2,…
t 💻✨ Now Hiring: IEP Specialist West Chicago Elementary School District 33 is currently seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented IEP Specialist. This vital role supports student success by guiding IEP…
Legal expert presents framework to end appointment power conflicts; five-point peace agreement gains informal support By Lisa Welz, Staff Reporter After weeks of escalating conflicts over appointment powers and administrative…
By West Chicago Voice Staff WEST CHICAGO — The City of West Chicago is inviting the public to a special celebration marking the installation of a new mural that pays…
At Tuesday night’s Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals hearing, the possibility of allowing backyard chickens in West Chicago sparked thoughtful and respectful discussion among residents and city officials….
In a significant legislative turn, Illinois House Bill 2827—viewed by homeschooling advocates as one of the most restrictive proposals in recent history—has officially died for the year following the Illinois…
West Chicago, IL — It’s time to dust off those yearbooks and call up your old classmates—West Chicago Community High School (WCCHS) is celebrating decades of Wildcat pride with a…
Fernando Alberto Arias, beloved husband and father, passed away on May 30, 2025, at the age of 61, after a battle with Lymphoma. Fernando lived a joyful life that left…
The City of West Chicago has announced that the Cultural Arts Commission meeting originally scheduled for Thursday, June 5, has been canceled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will take place…
In an effort to address growing confusion and political backlash, West Chicago Mayor Daniel Bovey issued an official statement this week clarifying the intent behind a recent court filing that…
“The City’s Infrastructure Committee meets the first Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 475 Main Street, unless otherwise posted. A general description of…
West Chicago, IL (June 2, 2025) — In a move hailed by residents as a victory for government transparency and civic engagement, tonight’s City Council meeting will be livestreamed, allowing…
West Chicago families are invited to kick off Father’s Day weekend with a splash at the Family Fishing Derby on Saturday, June 14, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at…
As public scrutiny intensifies over the severance package and perks awarded to former City Administrator Michael Guttman, local residents are expressing a deep sense of frustration, betrayal, and disbelief. While…
What began as a quiet clause in a city contract has now escalated into a full-scale political and legal standoff—one that has landed in court, divided elected officials, and forced…
West Chicago Finance Committee to Discuss Local Grocery Tax Option on June 2 The City of West Chicago’s Finance Committee is set to meet on Monday, June 2, 2025, at…
WEST CHICAGO — Music lovers are in for a soulful summer evening as the West Chicago Public Library District (WCPLD) welcomes acclaimed music historian and lecturer Gary Wenstrup for a…
Community High School District 94 will host its next Committee of the Whole meeting on Monday, June 3, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. in the Community Room (Room 1114/1116) at West…
A brand-new Little Caesars location is officially open in West Chicago, and the community is celebrating in style. Located at 151 W Roosevelt Road, the restaurant kicked off its grand…
The West Chicago Plan Commission will host a public hearing on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall to consider a potential change to city ordinance that…
The City of West Chicago’s Finance Committee is set to meet on Monday, June 2, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers located at 475 Main Street. The…
Plan commission and zoning board of appeals meet on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at West Chicago City Hall located at 475 Main Street,…
