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Recent News Items
West Chicago Focuses on Growth, Revitalization & Community Investment in 2025
West Chicago continues to live up to its reputation as a premier place to live for families, having once again been recognized and included on Fortune Magazine’s list of Best […]
Read MoreAt Home with Merle Burleigh – February 12, 2025
MERLE’S CORNER With his dedication, commitment and caring to the cause, it is only perfect West Chicago Police Detective Sergeant Robbi Peterson is selected to be one of the 86 […]
Read MoreGetting Ready for Snow: Important Reminders for Residents
The City of West Chicago encourages residents to be ready and informed when snow enters the area. Below are some friendly reminders about the City’s snow removal policies and procedures […]
Read MoreCity of West Chicago Statement on ICE Activities
In response to growing concerns about the safety and well-being of West Chicago residents regarding recent U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activities, the City has provided the following statement: […]
Read MoreNew Business & Community Relations Department Set to Drive Growth and Engagement
The City of West Chicago recently formed the Business & Community Relations Department to provide a dedicated team focused on a cohesive approach to “outreach, engagement, and investment, which are […]
Read MoreCity Hall & Police Station Lobbies Open Wednesday Evenings
City Hall and the Police Station lobbies are open until 6 p.m. each Wednesday, in addition to regular hours (8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday). During these extended […]
Read MoreCity Expands Grant Program to Boost Downtown Retail & Restaurant Growth
In an effort to increase retail and restaurant activity in the heart of West Chicago, the Downtown Retail & Restaurant Business Grant Program has been revised. Originally established in 2013, […]
Read MoreProtect Your Family: Understanding Carbon Monoxide Risks and Proper Winter Home Heating Safety
Original press release published by the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) on Friday, January 17, 2025. Winter brings cold arctic air to Illinois and as residents turn […]
Read MoreEntries for Art Exhibit Accepted through February 2025
The City of West Chicago’s Cultural Arts Commission invites artists, both regional and national, to participate in the West Chicago Art Banner Exhibit. The Exhibit takes place in the downtown […]
Read MoreWest Chicago Awarded Grant to Boost Community Tree Canopy
The City of West Chicago has been awarded a $300,000 grant from The Morton Arboretum’s Chicago Region Trees Initiative (CRTI) to improve the community tree canopy. This competitive grant is […]
Read MoreLead Service Line Replacement Project Environmental Impact Comment Period
Please note: This content was updated on Friday, February 7 to provide the results from the written public comment period. A public hearing was held during the regular City Council […]
Read MoreSafe Travel for All Initiative: Help Improve Traffic Safety in West Chicago
Northeastern Illinois is experiencing a traffic safety crisis. Roadway deaths have been increasing over the past decade and an increasing number of those killed are people walking or riding a […]
Read MoreCity Launches New Program to Encourage Investment and Activate Downtown
In its ongoing commitment to downtown revitalization, the City has launched a new program designed to incentivize private investment, attract businesses, and energize the heart of West Chicago. In the […]
Read MoreLIHEAP: Financial Assistance for Energy Costs Available for Eligible Low-Income Households
The LIHEAP program assists low-income households by offsetting the rising cost of home energy through direct financial assistance, energy counseling, outreach and education. An overdue bill or disconnect notice is […]
Read MoreArchived News Items
The City maintains news archives for the previous two years. Should you have a specific inquiry that extends beyond this time frame, please contact the Marketing and Communications Division for assistance at communications@westchicago.org.
Please note that only content related to City news is included in the archive, while information about events, programs, and services is not archived.
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