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.
Police Department Welcomes Second K9
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
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
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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Police Department & Jel Sert Providing Freezer Pops through Summer
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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Monthly Brush Collection Begins June 5
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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Community Art Initiative Seeks Local Business Participation
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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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.