Marist High School selected for Comcast's Battle of the Fans Madness

It's time to pick the best basketball student section in Comcast's Battle of the Fans Madness.

Mother McAuley to Host Celebration 2013

Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School will host its annual Celebration Gala, honoring three individuals committed to Catholic education and service.

Mount Carmel Caravan Alley Players to Perform at BAC This Weekend

Taste, Mount Carmel's original play, will be performed by a cast of students and alumni at the Beverly Arts Center on Friday, March 8, and Saturday, March 9, at 7 p.m.

Spring prescription drug collection date set for April 27

The MWRD is again joining the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration's national “Take-Back” initiative from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sat., April 27, to collect unwanted medicine at three facilities.

Beverly couple climbs in 16th annual Hustle Up the Hancock

Matt and Diane Knoepke, of Beverly, climbed 94 floors in Respiratory Health Association’s 16th annual Hustle Up the Hancock on Sunday, February 24.

Cook County homeowners to receive tax abatement from MWRD; 2012 tax levy reduced by $19.7 million

The MWRD passed an ordinance directing the Cook County Clerk to reduce the tax levy for 2012 by $19.7 million.

CN100 Game of the Week Highlights: Girls 4A Sectional Final: Marist vs Marian Catholic

Tune in Friday at 7:00pm and Sunday at Noon & 4:00pm as CN100 airs Thursday's matchup between Marist and Marian Catholic. You can also find it with Xfinity On Demand.

Runners can Guarantee Chicago Marathon Spot with American Cancer Society’s DetermiNation Team

The American Cancer Society DetermiNation team can ease those nerves and guarantee runners a spot in the race on their charity fighting team now.

MWRD’s engineering mentorship program celebrates fifth year

The MWRD started a mentoring program in 2008 to help assistant level engineers become familiar with the organization’s engineering operations.

CN100 Game of the Week preview: Girls 4A Mother McAuley Sectional Final - Marist vs. Marian Catholic

Marist and Marian Catholic clash for the sectional title on the CN100 Game of the Week.

MWRD Monitoring and Research Director addresses Water Environment Research Foundation Forum

MWRD’s Director of Monitoring and Research, Dr. Thomas C. Granato, shared his research during the Water Environment Research Foundation’s Forum.

Are you ready to Relay?

The American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Evergreen Park/Mt. Greenwood/Beverly will hold its annual Kick-off event on Tuesday, February 26 at the Standard Bank Community Room at 6:30 pm.

Barbara Gilleece/ Party Patter/ Party Hosting Tips

Tips on how to make your next party run smoothly.

Mother McAuley Names New President

Alumna Mary Acker Klingenberger '75 has been named president of Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School.

Governor Quinn’s Clean Water Initiative propels MWRD forward

Gov. Pat Quinn awarded a $250 million low-interest loan to the MWRD for projects that will improve water quality and protect public health.

FIFTH THIRD BANK CHICAGO SALUTES THREE PROMINENT COMMUNITY LEADERS DURING BLACK HISTORY MONTH

Secretary of State Jesse White, Linda Johnson-Rice, and Pastor Corey Brooks, to be honored by Fifth Third Bank Chicago with annual Black History Month Community Leader Awards

Calumet Water Reclamation Plant upgrades receive industry award

The MWRD's Calumet Water Reclamation Plant recently received an award for merit from the American Council of Engineering Companies/Illinois.

Mount Carmel Students Caravan for Life

A group of pro-life Mount Carmel students traveled across the country to Washington, DC last week to participate in the annual March for Life Rally.

Up Date: Canine Members of the Armed Forces Act.

Contact your representatives and let them know that we want our Military Working Dogs to be reclassified to Canine Members of the Armed Forces and we won’t accept anything less.

MWRD Executive Director participates on American Public Works Association stormwater panel

MWRD Executive Director David St. Pierre served on a stormwater panel hosted by the American Public Works Association.

Wanna Win an Apple iPad mini®? Mother McAuley High School is Giving You the Chance!

Mother McAuley is offering the chance to win two Apple iPad minis® by participating in a contest held by the Archdiocese of Chicago in celebration of Catholic Schools Week.

MWRD Board announces new committee assignments

MWRD President Kathleen Meany announced new committee assignments at the Board meeting on January 17.

Barbara Gilleece/ Party Patter : How To Plan Your Next Appetizer Party.

Time saving tips on how to create an elegant appetizer party.

MWRD Board issues resolution to honor Martin Luther King’s birthday

The MWRD continues to observe the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birth.

Biosolids research findings to be discussed January 18 at Stickney WRP

A study about biosolids will be presented to the public on Jan. 18 from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Stickney WRP Auditorium, 6001 W. Pershing Road, Cicero.

CN100 Game of the Week Highlights: Marian Catholic vs Marist

Tune in Sunday at Noon & 4:00pm and Tuesday at 7:00pm as CN100 airs Saturday's matchup between Marian Catholic and Marist. You can also find it with Xfinity On Demand.

MWRD: Not possible for Chicago River to reverse on its own due to low lake level

The MWRD explains how it is not possible for the Chicago River to reverse course on its own.

CN100 Game of the Week preview: Girls Basketball - Marist vs. Marian Catholic

The Spartans and RedHawks square off on the CN100 Game of the Week.

Mother McAuley Introduces New Dance Team!

Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School is pleased to announce the establishment of a new official IHSA team – the Dance Team!

Mother McAuley Gears Up for Entrance Exam

Mother McAuley Gears Up for Catholic School Entrance Exam

Metropolitan Water Reclamation District Board elects new president

Kathleen Therese Meany was elected by her fellow Commissioners to serve as president of the MWRD Board of Commissioners.

MWRD’s DUMP Hotline answers 23 years of calls, reduces water contamination

In 1989, the MWRD instituted a 24 hour 1-800-332-DUMP hotline to receive and investigate reports of dumping.

16 Mount Carmel Students Named Illinois State Scholars

16 Mount Carmel High School students have been recognized as 2013-14 Illinois State Scholars.

Mother McAuley High School Unveils New Memorial Garden

Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School recently celebrated the installation and dedication of the new Maureen Breen Putnam Memorial Garden.

McAuley Student Selected As Member Of The Chicago Youth In Music Festival Orchestra

Mother McAuley Music student, Alaina Rea selected as member of the Chicago Youth in Music Festival Orchestra

12 ways to improve our water environment on 12-12-12

The MWRD provides the top 12 ways to improve our water environment on 12-12-12.

MWRD biosolids improve Hinsdale's Veeck Park

Community use of free MWRD biosolids restores Cook County fields that are in poor condition.

CN100 Game of the Week Highlights: Providence Catholic vs St. Rita

Tune in Saturday at Noon and 4:00pm and Monday at 7:00pm as CN100 airs the recent hockey matchup between Providence Catholic and St. Rita. You can also find it with Xfinity onDemand.

CN100 Game of the Week preview: Hockey - Providence Catholic vs. St. Rita

It's a special hockey edition of the CN100 Game of the Week featuring Providence Catholic and St. Rita.

Metropolitan Water Reclamation District swears in three Commissioners during annual meeting

The MWRD swore in three Commissioners during its annual meeting December 4, 2012.