Alsip-Crestwood 2026 Voter Guide: Everything You Need To Know

The general election is Nov. 3. Here's a guide for Alsip and Crestwood voters before they hit the polls.

Blue Island Residents Give Builders Capital 'Owner Representative' An Earful About Proposed Data Center

Blue Island residents pack city hall after learning that the data center people would be at Tuesday's city council meeting.

‘It’s Just An Inquiry,’ Blue Island Mayor Tells Residents Nervous About Data Center

Although premature, Blue Island residents voiced their opposition to a possible data center before the city council.

Blue Island Officials Approached By Developer With Concept To Build Data Center On Hospital Property

Blue Island City Council vows total transparency and community input into a plan to build a data center on the MetraSouth property.

Illinois's 6th Congressional District Race: Primary Election 2026

Two Democratic candidates face off, including incumbent Sean Casten, and two Republicans in the Illinois Primary, Tuesday, March 17.

Union Custodians and Maintenance Workers Rally Before Dist. 130 School Board Meeting

SEIU Local 73 union members alleged they can't speak any other language except English on the job.

Alsip-Crestwood Schools Receive $2.249 Million In Evidence-Based Funding

The evidence-based funding is critical for helping local school districts provide a high-quality education for students and families.

Jury Deadlocks In Bribery Trial Of Illinois State Sen. Emil Jones III; Judge Declares Mistrial

Jones is charged with bribery, use of an interstate facility to solicit bribery, and lying to federal agents.

Alsip-Crestwood Voters Guide: What To Know On April 1

Find out who’s on your ballot and where to vote ion election day, Tuesday, April 1, in the Illinois Consolidated Election.

Consolidated Election 2025 Early Voting Starts In Alsip-Crestwood

Early voting will take place from March 17 to March 31 in suburban Cook County for the upcoming Illinois Consolidated Election on April 1.

Crestwood Residents Support Property Tax Relief Referendum

Crestwood voters send message to Illinois state legislators to increase funding for public schools without raising property taxes.

Voters Say Yes To Abolishing Worth Township Road District

Voters say yes to a referendum to abolish the road district in Worth Township and bring it under the umbrella of township government.

Where To Find Your Polling Place On Election Day In Alsip-Crestwood

You can still register and vote in the 2024 election Monday, Nov. 4, the last day of early voting, and Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 5.

How To Register To Vote In Alsip-Crestwood

Here's what you need to know about voter registration in Alsip and Crestwood ahead of the Nov. 5 election.

Worth Township Referendum To Abolish Road District Explained: Murphy

Patricia Joan Murphy asks residents for a YES vote on referendum

Alsip-Crestwood '24 Election Guide: What's On The Ballot, What To Know

The general election is Nov. 5. Here's a guide for Alsip and Crestwood voters before they hit the polls.

Ahmad, Hughes Challenging U.S. Rep Sean Casten In IL-06: Primary 2024

Incumbent Sean Casten and challengers Mahnoor Ahmad and Charles Hughes look for Democratic nod in the 6th Congressional District primary.

Khalil and Ryan Battle For Open Seat In 36th District: Primary 2024

Rick Ryan and Sonia Anne Khalil are seeking the Democratic nomination to represent the 36th District on the Illinois State Legislature.

IL State Rep Candidate Once Censured For 'Mishandling Client Funds'

Oak Lawn attorney Rick Ryan asserts he never stole clients' money and accused his 36th District Democratic primary opponent of mudslinging.

Primary Election 2024: Election Day In Alsip-Crestwood

Everything you need to know about early voting, registration and vote-by-mail ballots for the March 19, 2024 Illinois Presidential Primary.

Mahnoor Ahmad: Illinois 6th Congressional District Candidate

Mahnoor Ahmad is seeking the Democratic nomination in the IL-06 Congressional District. The Illinois Primary is March 19.

Charles M. Hughes: Illinois 6th Congressional District Candidate

Charles M. Hughes is seeking the Democratic nomination in the IL-06 Congressional District. The Illinois Primary is March 19.

Sean Casten: Illinois 6th Congressional District Candidate

Incumbent Sean Casten is seeking the Democratic nomination in the IL-06 Congressional District. The Illinois Primary is March 19.

Worth Township Democrats Endorse Candidates In IL March Primary

Worth Township Democratic Organization announces endorsements for the March 19 Illinois Primary.

Enjoy Coffee And Conversation Saturday With Your State Lawmakers

Stop by Dunkin in Alsip and meet Sen. Bill Cunningham and Rep. Mary Gill this Saturday, Nov. 18, for a complimentary cup of coffee.

Former Crestwood Cops Get $1.8M Settlement Of Federal Suit

The five former officers sued the village in 2020 claiming they were terminated and threatened after they moved forward to form a union.

Congressman Casten Will Hold Town Hall Wednesday At Alsip Village Hall

U.S. Rep Sean Casten will host an in-person town hall Wednesday, June 28, for IL-06 residents at Alsip Village Hall. RSVP required to attend

Consolidated Election Early Voting Underway In Alsip-Crestwood

Early voting is underway. Here's everything you need to know about the April 4 consolidated election.

Eileen Kerlin-Walsh, Moraine Valley Community College Board

Eileen Kerlin-Walsh is one of ten candidates running for the Moraine Valley Community College Board of Trustees in the April 4 election.

Tracy M. Sullivan, Moraine Valley Community College Board of Trustees

Tracy M. Sullivan is one of 10 candidates running for two open seats on the Moraine Valley Community College Board of Trustees.

Daniel E. Casey, Moraine Valley Community College Board of Trustees

Daniel E. Casey is one of 10 candidates running for two open seats on the Moraine Valley Community College Board of Trustees.

Alsip-Crestwood School Board Races Take Shape in April 4 Election

Local candidates line up to vote in the Dist. 125, 126, 130 and 218 school board races serving Crestwood, Alsip, Blue Island and Robbins.

Alsip-Crestwood 2022 Election Guide

Early voting is under way. Here's everything you need to know about the Nov. 8 election.

Primary Election 2022: Early Voting Underway In Alsip-Crestwood

Everything you need to know about early voting, registration and mail ballots for the 2022 Illinois Gubernatorial Primary.

'Lou Can Do' Prison Time On Bribery, Tax Convictions: Judge

Judge tells former Crestwood mayor Lou Presta that his actions have consequences, despite his pleas of age and poor health.

Alsip-Crestwood-Area Unemployment Rate Improves: New Update

The Cook County unemployment rate improved recently, according to the newest figures.

Alsip-Crestwood-Area Unemployment Rate Improves: New Data

The Cook County unemployment rate improved somewhat, according to the newest figures.

Alsip-Crestwood-Area Unemployment Rate Improves: Latest Data

The Cook County unemployment rate improved somewhat as fall approached.

Presta Cops Guilty Plea To Red Light Camera Bribery Scheme

Lou Presta resigns as mayor of Crestwood on eve of pleading guilty to bribery, misconduct and tax counts Wednesday in federal court.

Applications To Receive Crestwood Tax Surplus Check Due Friday

Village of Crestwood will distribute tax surplus to property owners after paying down debt. Applications to receive a rebate due Nov. 5.

Alsip-Crestwood-Area Unemployment Rate Improves In August: Feds

The Cook County unemployment rate improved somewhat during the late summer.

Village of Alsip, Alsip Police Department Launch Mobile Apps

The village and its police department now have apps that offer nearly all of the same features of the websites.

Crestwood Mayor Presta Steps Down, Citing Health Reasons

Presta said that his decision is due to poor health, not a federal indictment. Village trustees will consider a successor Thursday.

Robbins Police Officers Not Showing Up To Work As Protest

Officers here say they feel underpaid, under-resourced and overworked.

Cook County Government: President Preckwinkle Announces $200,000 Grant Supporting Lawrence Hall

The funding is being stewarded by the Equity Fund Taskforce, a diverse 50 member group of stakeholders from local government agencies, n ...

Rental Arrears Up In Cook County: Analysis

More than 1 out of every 10 Cook County rental households are behind on rents as of early August, according to a new analysis.

Cook County Government: Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle Legislators And Advocates Celebrate Signing Of HB 2790

Prior to the law, immigrants in deportation cases were not guaranteed the right to an appointed attorney, as in the case for criminal de ...

Alsip-Crestwood-Area Unemployment Rate Improved In July: Feds

The Cook County unemployment rate improved somewhat during the summer.

Presta May Be Getting Ready To Cop Plea In Red Light Camera Case

Mayor Lou Presta files notice in federal court to vacate his not guilty plea to 2020 federal corruption charges.

Worth Town Assessor Offers Property Tax Appeal Assistance

Worth Township residents have until Sept. 24 to appeal their property taxes. The town assessor's office can offer assistance with appeals.