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City News Items
The City publishes all its updates regarding events, services, programs, and news directly to its website. News items are typically maintained on the City's main page for up to thirty days prior to being archived. Recent and archived news items can be viewed on this page.
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Community Bulletin
The City produces a concise one-page printed bulletin that spotlights seasonal reminders for City events, services, and programs. The bulletin is available at the onset of each season in the City Hall’s entryway during the following timeframes:
- Winter (December to February)
- Spring (March to May)
- Summer (June to August)
- Fall (September to November)
Recent News Items
Utility Work to Affect Easements in Cornerstone Lakes Subdivision
Beginning Monday, May 12, residents of the Cornerstone Lakes Subdivision will notice utility companies and contractors accessing easements and rights-of-way (e.g., backyards, side yards) to install new underground fiber optic […]
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2024 Water Quality Report Available Online
Customers may now view the 2024 Water Quality Report on the City’s website. This annual report provides a summary of the quality of water that was provided to City customers […]
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Celebrate Spring at West Chicago’s Blooming Fest on May 17
Blooming Fest returns to the heart of West Chicago’s downtown on Saturday, May 17, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., offering a full day of community activities, entertainment, shopping, and […]
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At Home with Merle Burleigh – May 7, 2025
MERLE’S CORNER Through House Joint Resolution 0009 introduced by State Representative Stephanie Kifowit, the stretch from Route 64 (North Avenue) to Route 38 (Roosevelt Road) is designated as the SFC […]
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Paper Shredding & Medical Disposal Event is June 7
The City of West Chicago invites residents and local businesses to the City’s annual drive-through Paper Shred and Medical Disposal Event being held on Saturday, June 7 from 9 a.m. […]
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DU-COMM Launches New Tornado Siren System for Faster Alerts
DuPage Public Safety Communications (DU-COMM) announced the following in a press release issued on April 30, 2025. DuPage Public Safety Communications (DU-COMM) is pleased to announce the official launch of […]
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Resource Now Available on the City Website for Lead Service Line Replacement Project
The City of West Chicago’s Lead Service Line Replacement Project is a long-term initiative aimed at identifying and replacing water service lines confirmed or suspected to contain lead. This project […]
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Call for Community Organization to Coordinate the 2025 West Chicago Mexican Independence Day Festival
The City of West Chicago has proudly hosted the Mexican Independence Day Festival for many years, celebrating the rich heritage and cultural traditions that are such an important part of […]
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$2 Million State Grant Accelerates Downtown West Chicago’s Revitalization Momentum
The City of West Chicago is proud to announce it has been selected to receive a $2 million Rebuild Downtowns & Main Streets (RDMS) grant through the State of Illinois. […]
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2025 Consolidated Election: Official Results & City Council Swearing-In Details
The DuPage County Election Division reports the following official results from the April 1, 2025, Consolidated General Election. Elected City Council members are scheduled to be sworn in on Monday, […]
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Monthly Brush Collection Begins Week of May 5
Brush Collection Program begins Monday, May 5; brush can be placed no earlier than Saturday, May 3. Please note the following reminders for the Brush Collection Program: Brush may be […]
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2025 Roadway Rehabilitation Project: Anticipated Traffic & Driveway Access Restrictions in Multiple Areas
The City of West Chicago’s 2025 Roadway Rehabilitation Project is underway, with substantial completion anticipated by September 2025, weather permitting. During construction, residents in the project area may experience temporary […]
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Bulk Item Collection Event is Week of May 5
The 2025 Bulk Item Collection Event is the week of May 5th. During this week, residents may place unlimited acceptable bulk items for pickup by the City’s waste hauling service […]
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Intermittent Lane Closures on Neltnor Boulevard (IL-59) through November
Motorists should expect intermittent lane closures through November along Neltnor Boulevard (IL-59) from North Avenue (IL-64) in West Chicago to Batavia Road in Warrenville. These closures are part of a […]
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City 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 […]
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2025 Rain Barrel Program Orders Accepted through June
The City of West Chicago, in partnership with The Conservation Foundation, announces the 2025 Rain Barrel Program. This annual initiative provides residents with an opportunity to purchase rain barrels at […]
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.
Social Media
The City utilizes several social media platforms for sharing recently published news items along with service and program updates, as well as provide notifications and alerts regarding public safety, service interruptions, and local traffic impacts. To ensure timely notifications about City business are being received, members of the public are encouraged to subscribe to the following social media platforms.