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Student Leslie Mendoza spoke out in favor of Robert Cruz Wednesday night.

Oak Lawn High School Board member Robert Cruz removed from office, vows lawsuit

February 23, 2022 at 1:11 p.m.

The Oak Lawn High School District 229 Board voted Wednesday to remove Robert Cruz from the board, claiming he violating his oath of office and board policy by twice filing...

Lake Zurich approves new liquor license, amends village ordinance to align with state law

January 12, 2022 at 2:09 p.m.

The Lake Zurich Village Board approved one new liquor license at its meeting earlier this month, noting a new sports entertainment facility is poised to open while another bar closed...

Village Engineer Dave Pressig presents the road repair plan to the Burr Ridge Trustees Monday.

Burr Ridge trustees discuss potential improvement plans

January 12, 2022 at 9:15 a.m.

Burr Ridge village leaders had a wide-ranging discussion on upcoming community development projects at Monday's board meeting. Much of the discussion was intended to gauge board priorities for infrastructure repairs...

Students leave Lyons Township High School's North Campus in La Grange . File photo.

LTHS announces community strategic planning process

January 11, 2022 at 10:37 a.m.

This week the Lyons Township High School District 204 will begin an ambitious five-year project aimed at gathering community input on overall school improvement as part of a strategic planning...

Oak Lawn school board member, a congressional candidate, remains opposed to mask mandate

January 7, 2022 at 6:00 a.m.

Oak Lawn High School District 229 Board member Robert Cruz said he is disappointed his lawsuit opposing Gov. J.B. Pritzker's mask mandates didn't go anywhere. Cruz filed the same federal...

Lake Zurich trustees pass $60M budget for FY22, plan that includes money to hire 6 staffers

December 27, 2021 at 11:29 a.m.

The Lake Zurich Village Board approved the village's fiscal year 2022 budget, giving a nod to a nearly $60 million spending plan where projected revenue is about $57 million. But...

After performing outside, Dave Fleming moved indoors near Santa to entertain families.

Santa and Mrs. Claus make return to Burr Ridge for 2021

December 21, 2021 at 5:03 p.m.

On Sunday, residents of Burr Ridge saw two familiar faces — Santa and Mrs. Claus. The couple hadn't made any public appearances in two years due to COVID-19. Prior to...

Oak Lawn village manager Thomas Phelan addresses the Village Board Tuesday on the proposed 2022 budget.

Oak Lawn cuts staff and public works, police and fire budgets to climb out of COVID-19 budget hole

December 16, 2021 at 4:23 p.m.

Oak Lawn trustees got a first look at a 2022 budget this week that cuts three village positions and funding for several village departments in an attempt to put off...

Burr Ridge Mayor Gary Grasso shakes the hand of Burr Ridge officer Robert Wirth, who was celebrated at Monday's village board meeting, for 20 years on the police force.

Burr Ridge raises taxes on new buildings, pays off bond debt

December 14, 2021 at 5:21 p.m.

On Monday the Burr Ridge board of trustees voted to approve its annual ordinance to levy a tax hike. Most residents will see no real difference in tax costs. This...

Burr Ridge Mayor Gary Grasso has announced his bid for the 6th Congressional District as a Republican. File photo.

Burr Ridge Mayor Gary Grasso takes aim at 6th Congressional District

December 13, 2021 at 7:04 p.m.

Burr Ridge Mayor Gary Grasso has announced his bid for Congress in the 6th District, as a Republican. The newly redrawn 6th District includes parts of DuPage and Cook counties...

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