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RECENT NEWS

Below is the archive of news items that have been recently posted by the City. Once a City's post has reached a certain period of time it is often removed and placed within the 'News Archive' section below. The only items that will be placed within the 'News Archive' are items of news regarding the City, not City programs or events. If you are unable to find a certain news item, please contact the Marketing and Communications Division at communications@westchicago.org for assistance.

See Archived News Items

Police Department Welcomes Second K9

June 7, 2023

The West Chicago Police Department welcomed new K9, Kane, to its ranks in May. Kane will be the second of two K9s for the City. His role will be different […]

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Local Organizations Hiring Part-time Program Assistant

June 7, 2023

Healthy West Chicago and People Made Visible are seeking applicants for a part-time Program Assistant. This newly created position is fully grant funded, with work consisting of 11 months from […]

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At Home with Merle Burleigh – June 7, 2023

June 7, 2023

MERLE’S CORNER National Flag Day is Wednesday, June 14, 2023. Remember to proudly display the flag at your home and/or business. In 1916, President Woodrow Wilson issued a proclamation of […]

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Freezer Pops from Cops Program

Police Department & Jel Sert Providing Freezer Pops through Summer

June 5, 2023

The West Chicago Police Department is partnering with Jel Sert to participate in the company’s Freezer Pops From Cops Program. The Freezer Pops From Cops Program was launched nationally by […]

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Brush Collection Program

Monthly Brush Collection Begins June 5

June 2, 2023

The next brush collection begins Monday, June 5. Please note the following reminders for the Brush Collection Program: Brush may be placed two days prior to the listed collection date; […]

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DuPage Public Safety Communications Career Opportunities

June 2, 2023

DuPage Public Safety Communications (DU-COMM) is currently seeking applicants for Technicians and Dispatchers. Technician starting salaries are $82,000 per year, and Dispatcher starting salaries are $54,683. DU-COMM is a large […]

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Water and Sewer Rate Changes Begin July 1, 2023

May 30, 2023

In 2019, the City Council approved an increase in the City’s water and sewer rates, which was not implemented until 2022 due to the adverse economic impacts of the pandemic […]

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City Accepting Applications for Police Officers

May 24, 2023

The City of West Chicago is now accepting applications for Police Officers as part of its process of establishing a new entry-level list. Interested candidates who meet the minimum requirements […]

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2023 Art Banner Exhibit: People’s Choice Award Voting Open

May 19, 2023

The City of West Chicago’s 2023 WeGo Art Banner Exhibit is on display, and voting for the People’s Choice Award is officially open. Members of the public are invited to […]

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Mayor Pineda Provides 2023 State of the City Address

May 16, 2023

Mayor Ruben Pineda expressed that the state of the City is “as strong as ever” as he drew comparisons of the City’s current status to that of a “high-powered and […]

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Business Community Update: April 2023

May 10, 2023

The City of West Chicago welcomed the following new businesses to the community in April 2023. Bingham Flexo Services, Inc has moved into the Roosevelt Center at 245 W. Roosevelt […]

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Technology Boulevard Resurfacing Begins May 22

May 10, 2023

The City’s contractor, Plote Construction, Inc., will begin construction along Technology Boulevard from Fabyan Parkway to Roosevelt Road the week of May 22 as part of an essential infrastructure improvement […]

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City Seeking Volunteers for Commissions

May 9, 2023

The City of West Chicago is seeking volunteers to fill vacancies on some of the City’s Commissions. These volunteer opportunities provide residents, and non-residents in some cases, with a chance […]

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Downtown

Community Art Initiative Seeks Local Business Participation

April 26, 2023

As part of the larger county initiative promoting the upcoming Andy Warhol art exhibit at the McAninch Arts Center, the City of West Chicago’s Cultural Arts Commission aims to install […]

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NEWS ARCHIVE

Provided are the archived news items of the City of West Chicago. News items that have been posted to the City's website remain on the City's main page for a limited time and are then archived below. The only items that will be archived are items of news regarding the City, not City programs or events. If you are unable to find a certain news item, or are seeking items beyond the year of 2022, please contact the Marketing and Communications Division at communications@westchicago.org for assistance.

2022

West Chicago Resident to Compete in National Beauty Pageant

December 8, 2022

Provide Input for New Park through Survey by December 12

December 5, 2022

DuPage County Approves FY2023 Budget

December 5, 2022

Donate to Toys for Tots Program through December 15

December 1, 2022

Public Meeting Scheduled for Proposed Town Road Improvements

November 30, 2022

City to Host Second Community Input Meeting for New Community Park

November 28, 2022

Local Veterans on Display Through November

November 5, 2022

Online Portal Open to Submit Feedback for Community Park

November 3, 2022

Public Hearing for QuickTrip Zoning Case Continued to November 1

November 1, 2022

Healthy West Chicago Receives National Public Policy Award

October 27, 2022

2022 Art Banner Exhibit’s “People’s Choice Award” Winner Announced

October 20, 2022

CMAP Announces Update to 30-year Plan for Region

October 18, 2022

City Enters Agreement for Park Planning Services for Kerr McGee Site with Upland Design Ltd.

October 5, 2022

City Receives Planning Award for New Comprehensive Plan

October 5, 2022

Kerr-McGee Cleanup to Conclude: City Prepares for Future Park at Site

September 24, 2022

West Chicago Frosty 5K Cancelled for 2022

September 23, 2022

Sewer Smoke Testing Begins Oct. 4; What Homeowners Need to Know

September 21, 2022

Webpage Detailing Waste Transfer Station Application Launched by City

September 16, 2022

Portions of Hahn Place and E. Hazel Street Designated as One-Way Streets

September 13, 2022

Application for Transfer Station to be Received by City

September 12, 2022

City’s Role in the Transfer Station Review Process

September 3, 2022

Site Upgrades Along Kress Creek at Hawthorne Lane In Progress

August 31, 2022

City Installs Murals Downtown to Celebrate “Year of the Alebrijes”

August 10, 2022

Park District to Celebrate 50th Anniversary with Event at Reed-Keppler Park on August 20

August 7, 2022

West Chicago Police Chief Completes FBI’s National Command Course

July 29, 2022

Community Partners Launch Series of Community Events to Celebrate West Chicago’s “Year of the Alebrijes”

July 23, 2022

Former West Chicago Mayor, Richard “Dick” Truitt, Passes Away

July 18, 2022

Congressman Casten Announces Committee Passage of $2 Million in Federal Funding for Kerr-McGee Superfund Site

July 11, 2022

Railroad Days Parade Cancelled

July 6, 2022

City Issues Proclamation Declaring 2022 the “Year of the Alebrijes” in West Chicago

June 23, 2022

2021 Water Quality Report Available

June 20, 2022

City Receives Commemorative Artwork from Tlaxcala, Mexico

June 20, 2022

Water and Sewer Rate Changes Begin July 1

June 20, 2022

West Chicago Fire Protection District’s Rescue K-9 Saves Life in Homer Township

June 16, 2022

City Issues Proclamation Celebrating Leman Middle School Girls Soccer Team

June 7, 2022

Highlights from the West Chicago State of the City Address

May 18, 2022

Pulte Group Withdraws Application

May 16, 2022

City Contractor Conducting Annual Water System Leak Survey

April 11, 2022

Healthy West Chicago Sponsors to Provide Over $100,000 During 3-Year Period

April 5, 2022

Gallery 200 Hosting Exhibit Featuring Models from Cantigny Park Installation

April 4, 2022

$309 Million Assistance Program Available for Homeowners Impacted by COVID-19

March 31, 2022

Mariachi Los Rayos of Leman Middle School Perform in Springfield

March 25, 2022

Public Hearing for Proposed Residential Development Rescheduled to March 22

March 17, 2022

Council Approves Downtown TIF District 2

March 10, 2022

City Welcomes New Staff Members; Announces Promotions within Police Department

February 15, 2022

Exhibit Featuring West Chicago Artist Begins Feb. 10

February 8, 2022

Winter Storm Warning for Area through Wednesday, Feb. 2

February 1, 2022

2023

Aerial Pesticide Application of Pratt’s Wayne Woods Scheduled for May 16

May 11, 2023

Explore the Outdoors in West Chicago with ‘WeGo Exploring’

April 28, 2023

DuPage County Releases Five-Year Transportation Improvement Plan

April 26, 2023

Business Community Update: March 2023

April 26, 2023

West Chicago Man Charged with Leading Police on High-Speed Chase

April 21, 2023

April 20 Marks 31-Year Anniversary of Killing of West Chicago Police Officer

April 20, 2023

Downtown Outdoor Dining Applications Available

April 19, 2023

Railroad Days Returning with Earlier Summer Dates

April 13, 2023

2023 Roadway Rehabilitation Projects to Begin In April

April 13, 2023

Gallery 200 to Host High School Art Exhibit through April

April 6, 2023

Bond Set at $50,000 for West Chicago Man Charged with Leading Police on High-Speed Chase

April 4, 2023

DuPage County Consolidated Election is April 4

April 3, 2023

Infrastructure Project near Metra Station May Affect Main Street Traffic

April 3, 2023

Construction between Bishop and Joliet Street Scheduled through August

March 29, 2023

City of West Chicago Awarded Urban Forestry Funding

March 9, 2023

March is Severe Weather Preparedness Month

March 8, 2023

West Chicago Mosquito Abatement District: 2023 Season Update

March 8, 2023

West Chicago Park District Performing Forestry Mowing through March

March 1, 2023

National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Public Notice

March 1, 2023

City Issues Ordinance Declaring Decision for Proposed Transfer Station

March 1, 2023

DuPage County Launches New Website

February 27, 2023

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Applications Due by May 31

February 25, 2023

ComEd Offering Free Energy Assessments to Customers

February 23, 2023

City Outlines Decision Timeline for Proposed Transfer Station

February 13, 2023

DuPage County State’s Attorney Announces Sentence for 2018 Murder Case

February 6, 2023

Free Income Tax Services Available for Senior Residents

February 1, 2023

Public Hearing Transcripts Available on City Website

January 24, 2023

Additional Waste Transfer Station Public Hearings Scheduled for January 16 & 19

January 13, 2023

West Chicago to Receive $2 Million for Kerr-McGee Site

January 9, 2023

City Council Passes 2023 Annual Budget

December 29, 2022

Garbage Rate Changes Begin January 1, 2023

December 29, 2022

West Chicago Seeking Artists for 2023 Spring Art Exhibit

February 1, 2022
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