Game Night at West Chicago Public Library
The West Chicago Public Library District is proud to present a brand new program series: Game night for adults! Enjoy open play of chess, scrabble, checkers and any of the…
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Jobs: DuPage County Seeking Assistant Public Defender – Juvenile Divison
Position Title: Assistant Public Defender Job Code: 2132 Department: Public Defender Office Division: Juvenile Hiring Salary: $82,500 Schedule: Full-Time Job description (PDF) Apply for this position Título del puesto: Asistente…
West Chicago Mosquito Abatement District Members Take to the Skies for Mosquito Abatement Tour
West Chicago’s Fight Against Mosquitoes: A Community Effort for Health and Safety West Chicago, IL – City Council Member Becky Stout recently embarked on an aerial tour of the West…
West Chicago City Council Approves Over $550,000 in Disbursements for Public Projects and Services
By Lisa Yunker Welz The West Chicago City Council unanimously approved a corporate disbursement report totaling $550,914.43 during its meeting on Monday, Sept. 16. The disbursements were distributed across various…
IDPH Posts New “This is Public Health” Podcast Looking Ahead to Fall and Winter Respiratory Virus Season
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is urging the public to get educated about how to protect themselves from respiratory illnesses by listening to a new edition of the…
Leonardo Avalos Obituary – Leonardo Avalos Obituario
Leonardo Avalos, age 78, of West Chicago, passed away on September 11, 2024. He is survived by his wife, Yolanda; children, Araceli (Guadalupe) Perez, Felipe (Diana) Aurioles, Esther (Otilio) Vasquez…
Former Congressman Patrick Kennedy Advocates for Mental Health Reform at DuPage County Summit
Former U.S. Congressman Patrick Kennedy, son of the late Senator Ted Kennedy, believes the key to improving mental health care in America lies in a shift toward financial incentives that…
Two Citizens Voice Concerns Over Local Policies at West Chicago City Council Meeting
By Lisa Yunker Welz During a recent city council meeting in West Chicago, David Sabathne and Vicky Burris took center stage with appeals on behalf of the business community and…
Winfield, District 94 and School Districts in Settlement Talks Over Long-Running TIF Dispute
he village of Winfield and two local school districts are in negotiations to resolve their nearly three-year-long legal dispute over a special tax increment financing (TIF) district in downtown Winfield….
DuPage County Clerk Seeks Private Attorney Amid Legal Dispute Over Unpaid Bills
DuPage County Clerk Jean Kaczmarek has requested to be represented by a private attorney, Ed Mullen, in a legal dispute initiated by the county regarding bill payments. The lawsuit, filed…
West Chicago City Council Approves Liquor License Expansion, Development Permits, and Infrastructure Upgrades
By Lisa Yunker Welz At the West Chicago City Council meeting on Monday, Sept. 16, the consent agenda, consisting of several significant development and infrastructure projects as detailed below, was…
Tween Tie Dye Event At West Chicago Public Library
Tuesday 09/24 6-7 pm Please Register Let’s make our own tie-dyed t-shirts! Please bring your own pre-washed and dried cotton shirt. We will provide the dye and instructions! Wearing old…
From The Editor’s Desk : Why Local Journalism Matters: West Chicago’s Lifeline to Community News
From the Editor’s Desk: For more than 20 years, West Chicago was without a local newspaper, and the impact was deeply felt. The absence of a dedicated source for local…
Traffic delays On Route 59 This Morning
The City of West Chicago shared this message today: Southbound Neltnor Boulevard (IL-59) is experiencing significant traffic delays from Main Street to Roosevelt Road due to an earlier traffic accident….
Wildcats Suffer Tough Loss Against Glenbard South in Week 3
The West Chicago Community High School Wildcats football team faced a challenging matchup in Week 3 against Glenbard South, falling 63-8 on Friday night. Despite the tough loss, standout performances…
Breaking News: West Chicago Police Investigating Incident on Roosevelt Road
In the early hours of September 13, 2024, at approximately 5:25 a.m., West Chicago police responded to a report of a man found on the side of Roosevelt Road (IL…
Monday Night’s West Chicago City Council Meeting Agenda – September 16, 2024
The West Chicago City Council meets the first and third Mondays of each month at 7 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 475 Main Street, unless otherwise posted. A…
New Recruits Join the West Chicago Fire Protection District
The West Chicago Fire Protection District is growing, and the community couldn’t be more proud. Four new recruits—Laura Cleveland, Christopher Franzone, Brian Sanborn, and Tommy Enger—are the latest additions to…
WCPD Hosts a Semple Night Out : Charity Fundraiser To Benefit Special Olympics Illinois
The West Chicago Police Department is preparing for its highly anticipated fundraising event in support of Special Olympics Illinois. This exclusive event will take place on Saturday, November 23, 2024,…
In the College Athletics Recruiting World, Timing is Everything: A West Chicago Graduate Helping Athletes Across the Nation
In the college football recruiting world, the first few games of the high school season remain among the most important evaluation times. For athletes hoping to secure a college scholarship,…
Made in WeGo: The Sweet Success of Jel Sert
As part of the *West Chicago Voice’s new Made in WeGo series, we are shining a spotlight on local businesses that have not only thrived but also deeply impacted our…
Local Area Crime: Warrenville Man Accused of Murdering Wife By Shooting Her Six Times
DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Warrenville Chief of Police Sam Bonilla announced today that Judge Joshua Dieden has granted the State’s motion to deny pre-trial release for a…
WCCHS launches career speaker series for students
WCCHS has kicked off a new Career Pathway Speaker Series during Den Time. Students signed up to learn more about the career and education of a Barber from Sheridan’s Barber…
We Grow Dreams Hosts Fall Fest Event
Don’t forget, Saturday will be We Grow Dreams Dreaming of Fall Days event! Now that the meteorological first day of fall has officially passed, they’re looking at some chilly nights…