Western Springs News

La Grange residents have another chance to share their views on what should be done to improve safety at the intersection between 47 th Street and East Avenue.

Welcome to Job Hunters, a weekly column for local job seekers and employers. We've compiled some opportunities in the La Grange, La Grange Park and Western Springs area thanks to jobs sites such as Indeed, Monster and Career Builder, as well as other resources.

More than 35 years ago, the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago embarked on a massive, $2.4 billion engineering project aimed at capturing storm water and sewage, thereby also reducing the harmful effects of flushing raw sewage into Lake Michigan.

If you have a bad day at Plymouth Place retirement community , you're liable to find a fresh-baked batch of cookies at your door.

It's safe to say that Massage Envy has caught on around La Grange and Western Springs.

According to the Western Springs Historical Society archives, the building in question dates back to 1893 when it was the Swedish Methodist Church .

Due to parking lot construction work set to begin Monday at the Western Springs Fire Department headquarters at 4353 Wolf Road, operations will temporarily move to station #2 at 5501 Grand Ave., for three weeks.

Sunday, May 12 DUI near Hickory and Red Oak Joseph Mollo, 23, of the 9000 block of Skyline Drive in Burr Ridge, was arrested around 1:47 a.m. near the intersection of Hickory Drive and Red Oak Lane, Western Springs police said.

James Miglore, 45, is wanted on a charge of driving under the influence of alcohol.

How's this for a summer job? Come home from college and run your own business, a popular shaved ice franchise that's sure to be a hit in the summer.

A look at income levels in suburban towns with Metra stops provides a glimpse at the disparity in wealth throughout the area, according to a map by Crain's Chicago Business Journal.

The Western Springs farmers market opened May 2 with a variety of vendors, and more are expected to come throughout the season.

An Illinois congressman says an increase in the federal gas tax should be considered.

The festival will include short films and animations from LT students in the categories of animation, comedy, drama, experimental and music videos.

A car with five suburban men coming home from Indiana University rolled over Saturday, killing a River Forest man.

A protest against the same-sex marriage bill awaiting a vote in the Illinois House stayed relatively peaceful Saturday afternoon, save for one physical confrontation outside State Rep.

Heat an empty heavy bottomed pan until very hot. Add balsamic vinegar. Reduce heat to medium and bring to a simmer.

Violinists' feet don't usually move nearly as much during a performance as their bows.

Lyons Township High School students tried their hand at texting and driving and found themselves running stop signs, speeding and hitting a deer.

For those visiting the Chicago area, providing accommodations away from the city's congestion while still providing ready access to it is clearly an important service.