West Chicago, IL — On Monday, November 11, 2024, the City of West Chicago Development Committee will convene at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers to discuss a series of development initiatives designed to support community growth and infrastructure enhancement. The meeting agenda includes key zoning amendments, school expansion projects, and updates to grant programs…
Alicia Espinosa Gonzalez, age 57, passed away on November 6, 2024. Funeral Mass was held on Saturday, November 9, 2024 at St. Mary’s Church, 164 N. Oakwood Ave, West Chicago, IL, at 12:00 p.m. Visitation will follow from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Norris-Segert Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 132 Fremont Street (One block…
Wego Drama at West Chicago Community High School continues their 24-25 theatrical season with the empowering new musical SIX The Musical: Teen Edition. This new musical by is about the six wives of Henry the Eighth. It is meant to weave the ideas of history with fresh and modern music. This modern musical is one…
WEST CHICAGO, Ill. — A tragic shooting in West Chicago Saturday evening left two people dead and one injured, authorities reported. Police responded to a call around 6:14 p.m. after a witness noticed a vehicle in the 700 block of West Forest Avenue and contacted authorities. Officers arrived on the scene to find two individuals…
DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Wheaton Chief of Police Princeton Youker announced today that Judge Joshua Dieden has granted the State’s motion to deny pre-trial release for a West Chicago man accused of leaving the scene of a crash that claimed the life of an eighty-five-year-old female resident of Winfield. Ryan Devine (d.o.b….
West Chicago, IL- DuPage County residents turned out in large numbers for the general election on Tuesday, with a voter turnout reaching 72.54%. According to the latest data, a total of 455,479 ballots were cast out of 627,899 registered voters in the county. The county saw a significant share of early voting, with 210,419 ballots cast…
WEST CHICAGO, IL – Democratic State Senator Karina Villa, a West Chicago native, has successfully retained her seat in Illinois’ 25th Legislative District. Villa, who was endorsed by the West Chicago Voice, secured victory over her Republican challenger and fellow West Chicago resident, Heather Brown, a current city council member. With all precincts reporting, Villa…
In a decisive victory, incumbent Democrat Delia Ramirez has been re-elected to represent Illinois’ 3rd Congressional District. The Associated Press called the race for Ramirez shortly after polls closed Tuesday evening, with results showing strong support across the district. With 64% of precincts reporting by 9:15 p.m., Ramirez led with 119,366 votes, capturing 64.1% of…
WEST CHICAGO, IL – Republican challenger Hannah Billingsley, a West Chicago homeowner and member of the city’s Plan and Development Commission, was defeated in her bid for the Illinois House of Representatives in the 49th District. Incumbent Democrat Maura Hirschauer retained her seat, receiving 15,933 votes to Billingsley’s 14,043, with a total of 29,976 votes…
WEST CHICAGO, IL – DuPage County Board member Greg Schwarze, a Democrat from Carol Stream, has successfully retained his seat representing District 6, which includes West Chicago. Schwarze, endorsed by the West Chicago Voice, won against Republican challenger Joe Soto, a Milton Township trustee from Winfield. Unofficial results show Schwarze received 35,657 votes, while Soto…
Early Voting All permanent early voting locations opened this week, including in West Chicago at 157 Washington Street. Locations are open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. More information: https://www.dupagecounty.gov/elected_officials/election_and_voter_information/voting_information/early_voting_locations.php 🗓️ Election Day Voting Voting will be available throughout DuPage County from…
The West Chicago Wildcats varsity football team clinched a spot in the state playoffs on Friday night, marking the first time in the school’s history that they have made the playoffs two years in a row. In a thrilling victory during the Wildcats’ homecoming game, their fate was sealed, much to the delight of a…
Halloween is fast approaching, and West Chicago is ready to celebrate! The city’s official trick-or-treating hours are set for 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Halloween night, giving families plenty of time to enjoy a safe and fun evening. Adding to the festivities, the West Chicago Public Library will host a special “Trunk or Treat”…
Albright Theatre Presents “The Game’s Afoot” This fall, the Albright Theatre in Batavia invites audiences to experience a thrilling and mysterious production, The Game’s Afoot. Set in December 1936, the story follows Broadway star William Gillette, renowned for his portrayal of Sherlock Holmes, as he hosts his fellow cast members at his Connecticut castle for…
DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Naperville Chief of Police Jason Arres announced today that Judge Joshua Dieden granted the State’s motion to deny pre-trial release for a Naperville man accused of killing the family dog and threatening to kill his two stepdaughters. Nathan Gonzalez, 36 (d.o.b. 10/4/1988) of the 300 block of S….
Maria del Carmen Taylor (Espinosa), age 75, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2024. She was born in Mexico on July 1, 1949. Carmen attended Jones Commercial High School in Chicago and became an Executive Secretary after her graduation. She worked for United Airlines for many years where she eventually retired. Carmen was united in…
West Chicago’s own Annaliesa Herbst has been honored with the National Hispanic Recognition Award, joining more than 90,000 students across the country who earned academic honors from the College Board’s National Recognition Program. This recognition highlights Annaliesa’s exceptional academic achievements and her dedication to excellence throughout her high school career. The National Recognition Programs celebrate…
Whether you’re craving a slice of pizza, a classic burger, or gearing up for a football brunch, West Chicago has some enticing dining deals this week! With National Pizza Month in full swing and football season heating up, our local spots are serving up mouthwatering specials that you won’t want to miss. The Slice Spot…
UPDATE: Babysitter Found Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity in Lisle Stabbing Case By Heather Niziolek, West Chicago Voice In an update to a case previously covered by the West Chicago Voice, Jennifer Kouchoukos, a Naperville babysitter charged with stabbing two young girls in Lisle last year, has been found not guilty by reason of…
From the Editor’s Desk Editorial by Heather Gray Niziolek Back in 1988, when I graduated high school, civic engagement wasn’t exactly top of mind for most of us. We were busy teasing our hair to new heights with Aquanet, rocking out to hair bands, and marveling at the newly launched MTV. “Rock the Vote” hadn’t…
Join us for our Guitarsc, Cigars, & Whiskey Fundraising Event coming up on October 12th. This fundraiser will feature 3 hours of open bar, delicious food, and great raffles! We will even have featured tastings of Further Bourbon & Rye, Further Tequila, and Resilient Bourbon! You will not want to miss this event. The first…
By Heather Niziolek, West Chicago Voice West Chicago Community High School is gearing up for a fairy-tale week with its highly anticipated Homecoming 2024, themed “Once Upon a Time.” The week-long celebration promises to be filled with spirit, excitement, and magical memories for students, staff, and the community. The festivities kick off on Monday, October…
Loane “Loie” Dierking, a lifelong resident of West Chicago and devoted member of Trinity Lutheran Church, passed away rather suddenly on October 8th, 2024, at Delnor Hospital in Geneva, Illinois. Her passing came two months after a fall that resulted in a broken hip, leading to complications. She was preceded in death by her parents,…
