Robert C. Diebold Obituary
Robert C. Diebold, age 93, of West Chicago passed away on Friday, April 11, 2025. He was born in West Chicago, IL on October 9, 1931, to Chester and Bernice…
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IHSA Seeks Clarification on Transgender Participation in High School Sports Amid Conflicting Laws
April 16, 2025 — The Illinois High School Association (IHSA) Board of Directors issued a formal response on April 15 to Illinois lawmakers following an inquiry from the Republican caucuses…
Joseph M. Van Obituary
Joseph M. Van, age 69 of West Chicago. Beloved son of the late Ann and Joseph Van. Dear brother of JoAnn Roberts, John (Theresa) Van, Kathy (the late Toribio) Arevalo…
Northwestern Medicine launches clinical program to make liver transplants more accessible for patients with stage 4 colorectal cancer
The outcomes of Northwestern Medicine’s program’s first 80 patients will also be tracked in a new research registry The scarcity of donor organs and disadvantages within the allocation system can…
DuKane ABATE Monthly Meeting Set for May 20 at West Chicago American Legion
West Chicago, IL — Motorcycle enthusiasts and advocates for riders’ rights are invited to attend the DuKane ABATE Chapter’s upcoming monthly meeting on Monday, May 20, at the American Legion…
Tacos and Tequila Nine & Dine Coming to Prairie Landing
Prairie Landing Golf Club is hosting its Tacos and Tequila Nine & Dine event on Friday, May 2, 2025. The evening kicks off with a 9-hole shotgun start at 4:00…
Easter Brunch: Recipe-Banana Monkey Bread
Sweeten Your Easter Brunch with Banana Upside-Down Monkey Bread Looking for the perfect recipe to bring a little homemade charm to your Easter brunch table? These Banana Sticky Buns combine…
West Chicago to Hold Swearing-In Ceremony on May
WEST CHICAGO, Ill. — The City of West Chicago will hold its swearing-in ceremony on Monday, May 5, 2025, during the regular City Council meeting at 7 p.m. The ceremony…
James Kenneth “Jim” Ruff Obituary
James Kenneth “Jim” Ruff, age 58 of West Chicago, IL, passed away on April 12, 2025. Beloved husband of Amy J. Ruff; loving and proud father of Emmy (Jonathan Harding)…
Free Middle School Football Camp Hosted By WCCHS Football
The West Chicago Community High School’s Football coaching staff will offer a FREE camp for middle schoolers interested in learning about the sport, brushing up on their skills, and getting…
American Legion to Host Community Easter Egg Hunt at Reed-Keppler Park
West Chicago, IL — The American Legion Post #300 and the Sons of the American Legion #300 are bringing springtime fun to the community with their annual Easter Egg Hunt…
Identification of Deceased Person found on the Great Western Trail, Carol Stream
DuPage County Coroner Judith Lukas reports human remains found November 12, 2024, on the Great Western Trail in Carol Stream, IL, have been positively identified through DNA analysis. The deceased…
West Chicago Development Committee Meeting April 14 2025 Agenda
“The City’s Development Committee meets the second Monday of each month at 6 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 475 Main Street, unless otherwise posted. A general description of…
Kathryn M. Henning Obituary
Kathryn M. Henning, age 76, of West Chicago, IL, passed away April 1st, 2025, surrounded by family in her home, from natural causes. She was preceded in death by her…
West Chicago City Council Meeting Agenda For April 7, 2025
C I T Y OF WEST CHICAGO CITY COUNCIL MEETING MONDAY, April 7, 2025 – 7:00 P.M. 475 MAIN STREET, WEST CHICAGO, ILLINOIS AGENDA
Library to Host “Zelda Fitzgerald: This Side of Paradise… Her Story” – A Glimpse Into a Glamorous Yet Tragic Love Story
By Heather Niziolek | West Chicago Voice WEST CHICAGO – The West Chicago Public Library District invites the community to step back into the Roaring Twenties and explore the glittering,…
Robert Ernest Ten Bruin, Sr. Obituary
Robert Ernest Ten Bruin, Sr, age 79 of West Chicago, IL, passed away on April 1, 2025. Loving father of Robert Ernest Ten Bruin, Jr. and Margaret Ann (Aaron) Beers;…
City Of West Chicago Finance Committee Meeting Cancelled
The regularly scheduled City of West Chicago Finance Committee meeting for April 7 has been canceled. No reason was provided. La reunión del Comité de Finanzas de la Ciudad de…
Finch, Cavataio, and Wonderly Elected to West Chicago Library Board
In the April 1, 2025 consolidated election, West Chicago voters selected three new trustees to serve on the board of the West Chicago Public Library District. With four candidates vying…
New Faces and Familiar Names: District 94 School Board Election Results Announced
West Chicago voters made their selections for the Community High School District 94 Board of Education in the April 1 election, with four open seats drawing strong competition among five…
Voters Select New Park District Commissioners in West Chicago Election
West Chicago voters made their choices in several Park District Commissioner races during the April 1, 2025, election, filling both full-term and unexpired seats with candidates who will help oversee…
Big Shakeup in Winfield Township: Rutledge, Paulsen, and Hacker Win Key Races in April 1 Election
Voters in Winfield Township, which includes parts of West Chicago, turned out in strong numbers on April 1 to make their voices heard in a closely watched series of local…
Winfield Township Voters Approve Pension Reform Measure by Wide Margin
By Heather Niziolek, West Chicago Voice In a decisive outcome during the April 1, 2025 election, Winfield Township voters approved a proposition to reform the township’s pension system. The measure…
WeGo Night at the Arboretum Promises a Magical Evening for West Chicago Families
West Chicago, IL – Families in West Chicago are invited to a joyful and enriching evening at the WeGo Night at the Arboretum on Saturday, May 10, 2025, from 5:00…