Elections 101: Why Local Elections Matter More Than You Think
By Heather Niziolek | West Chicago Voice It’s easy to get caught up in the big, loud national elections. The ones with debates on prime time, ads during football games,…
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Breaking- Daniel Bovey Reflects on Historic Mayoral Win
By Heather Niziolek, community reporter West Chicago, IL — Following a decisive lead in Tuesday’s election, presumptive Mayor Dan Bovey offered his first public reflections on the unofficial results that…
Daniel Bovey Poised to Unseat Longtime Mayor Ruben Pineda in West Chicago Election
West Chicago, IL — In a major political upset, Daniel Bovey is poised to become the next mayor of West Chicago, defeating incumbent Ruben Pineda and political newcomer Joseph Sheehan…
Tickets on Sale Now for 2025 Cougars Season — Enter to Win “Champion for a Day”!
Baseball fans, it’s time to grab your seats! Single-game tickets for the 2025 Kane County Cougars season at the beautiful Northwestern Medicine Field are officially on sale. From thrilling home…
DCAS Adorable Adoptable Pet Of The Week: Meet Bistro
The West Chicago Voice has partnered with DuPage County Animal Services to connect readers looking to adopt a fur babe with a more than adorable, adoptable Pet of the Week….
Socorro Zacatzi Obituario
Socorro Zacatzi, age 60, passed away on March 25, 2025. Visitation will be held on Friday, April 4, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Norris-Segert Funeral Home and…
Police blotter: Recent Arrests In West Chicago
At the West Chicago Voice, our commitment to our readers extends to keeping them informed about local crime activity, encompassing DUI and drug offenses, as well as felonies filed by…
Judge Sanctions West Chicago Mayoral Candidate Joseph Sheehan Over Ballot Lawsuit
West Chicago, IL – March 27, 2025 By West Chicago Voice Team West Chicago mayoral candidate Joseph Sheehan was sanctioned by a DuPage County judge after filing a lawsuit against…
West Chicago Voice Renews Its Endorsement of Daniel Bovey for Mayor: A Vote for Vision, Transparency, and Community-Led Change
Editorial: In October, when Daniel Bovey first announced his candidacy for mayor, we published an article acknowledging his entry into the race and offered our early support. At that time,…
Ballot Error Impacts Trillium Farms Residents in Mayoral Race
BREAKING NEWS: By Heather Niziolek | West Chicago Voice A ballot error affecting voters in the Trillium Farms subdivision has prompted concerns just days ahead of West Chicago’s consolidated election…
Jobs: Cooks Wanted in West Chicago!
Two great spots in West Chicago are looking to add talented cooks to their teams! The Bunker Bar & Grill is hiring now—stop in and apply inside if you’re ready…
Getting to Know the Candidates: Julieta Alcantar-Garcia Ward 1 Alderwoman Candidate
West Chicago, IL – March 2025 As part of our ongoing election coverage, the West Chicago Voice reached out to both candidates running for the First Ward aldermanic seat to…
Guest Column: West Chicago Park District – First Aid Training In Action: West Chicago Parks Staff
The West Chicago Voice is excited to introduce a brand-new feature to the West Chicago Voice: our Guest Column. This space is designed to amplify the voices of our vibrant…
Getting to Know the Candidates: Jennifer Scarpace For Winfield Township Trustee
Meet Jennifer Scarpace, a dedicated community advocate with over three decades of experience working in the educational, government, and private sectors. With a heart for service and a passion for…
Recap: League of Women Voters Host Packed Candidate Forum at West Chicago High School
On Tuesday, March 18, the League of Women Voters hosted a well-attended and professionally moderated candidate forum in the cafeteria of West Chicago Community High School. With an estimated 100…
WCCHS Football Invites Middle Schoolers to Join Free Spring Camp
By Heather Niziolek | West Chicago Voice West Chicago Community High School is opening its football field to the next generation of athletes this spring with a free WeGo Football…
Op-Ed: From The Editor’s Desk During An Election – Do Your Homework Before You Vote
With the April 1st election creeping closer, it’s time we all take a step back from the campaign signs piling up like snow fences across front yards and do what…
Dragoljub Babic Obituary
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father, Dragoljub Babic, age 68, who passed away suddenly March 14th 2025. A devoted husband, father, and…
Alderman Dan Beebe Clarifies Mayoral Endorsement After Initial Confusion
By Heather Niziolek – West Chicago Voice First Ward Alderman Dan Beebe issued a public statement this week to clarify the nature of his endorsement in West Chicago’s upcoming mayoral…
Election 101: What’s a Canvass Report—And Why Should You Care?
“Wait—Election Night Isn’t the End?” Yep. Meet the Canvass.” Most people think Election Night tells the whole story. The polls close, results start coming in, and by the time the…
Bullet Found in DuPage County Sheriff James Mendrick’s Driveway
DUPAGE COUNTY, IL — DuPage County Sheriff James Mendrick says he found an “unspent bullet” in the driveway of his home, an alarming discovery he shared publicly in a Facebook…
Spring Parent-Teacher Conferences Scheduled at West Chicago Community High School
West Chicago Community High School will hold its Spring Parent-Teacher Conferences on Thursday, March 27 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. and Friday, March 28 from 8:00 to 11:00 a.m. Families…
Getting to Know the Candidates: Mark Malay Seeks Re-Election as Winfield Township Assessor
As the upcoming election approaches, Winfield Township residents will once again have the opportunity to vote for their local assessor—a vital role that impacts property assessments and, ultimately, tax bills….
West Chicago Community High School recently announced Miranda Bucio as the Student of the Month for February 2025.
Miranda Bucio, a senior, is an outstanding student leader, involved in numerous academic and extracurricular activities. She is a High Honor Roll student with a a 4.771GPA and serves as…