Evergreen Park Voter Guide 2020 Election

Everything you need to know about voting in the Nov. 3 election, including early/mail-in voting, grace-period registration, judges and more.

GOP Women Reps Call on Governor to Convene Legislature

Pritzker Shouldn't Continue Excluding General Assembly During COVID-19 Crisis

Aventura Health Care Polling Place Moved For Illinois Primary

The Aventura Health Care facility in Evergreen Park has been relocated for voting in the Illinois Presidential Primary on March 17, 2020.

Patch's 2020 Illinois Primary Voters Guide For Cook County

Everything you need to know to vote in the March 17 Illinois primary, including online registration, early voting, candidate guides and more

Election 2020 In Evergreen Park: We Want To Hear From Voters

The primary is just a month away, and the presidential election is coming up fast. Patch wants to know what issues are on voters’ minds.

Handwriting Expert To Testify In Rush Petition Challenge

Handwriting expert will testify on "inconsistent" signatures found on Bobby Rush's nominating petitions in primary ballot challenge.

Hearing Set Monday For Bobby Rush Petition Challenge

Challenger Sarah Gad says the congressman's petitions for the Democratic primary ballot show evidence of tampering and forgery.

Kelly Burke Sworn In To Fifth Term In Illinois State House

Burke says she will continue focusing on rebuilding higher education and stabilizing the middle class.

Evergreen Park Election 2018 Polling Places, Find My Ballot

Evergreen Park voters head to the polls Tuesday, Nov. 6.

New School Funding Formula Pumps $7.6M In South Suburban Schools

Southwest suburban families will continue to benefit from Illinois’ new school funding formula,

Date Set For Appealing Property Taxes In Worth Township

Worth Township residents have until July 23 to appeal their property taxes.

Burke Urges Governor To Sign Bill Expanding MAP Grants

Rep. Kelly Burke is urging Gov. Rauner to sign bill expanding grants for low-income college students.

Rep. Kelly Burke Collecting Used Books for Incarcerated Women

Drop off used books at Rep. Burke's district office between May 1 and May 15. Books will be donated to local correctional facilities.

Cook County Clerk Offers 'Wait Time Viewer' For Early Voting

Find out if there is a line at early voting sites with the 'Wait Time Viewer.' Early voting and grace period registration underway.

Trump's Immigration Remarks 'Ignorant' and 'Racist:' Rush

President Trump's "racism that has been a fixture of his career, campaign, and presidency," Congressman Bobby Rush says.

New Law Waives Renewal Fee For Substitute Teaching License

State Rep. Kelly Burke helps pass new law eliminating renewal fee for substitute teaching license in certain cases.

Kelly Burke Joins Task Force To Crack Down On Sexual Harassment

"I'm doing this for our girls," State Rep. Kelly Burke says of appointment to Illinois State House's sexual harassment task force.

Village Offices Closed Nov. 10 and Nov. 11 For Veterans Day

Village Hall and the Community Center will be closed in Evergreen Park in observance of Veterans Day Nov. 10 and Nov. 11.

Rep. Kelly Burke Invites Residents To Discuss Issues And Sign Petition To Repeal The Beverage Tax

Discuss local and state issues with Rep. Burke Sept. 13 at Green Hills Library and sign a petition to repeal Cook County's beverage tax.

Rep. Burke Secures Release of MAP Grants for Local College Students

Release of MAP Grants will provide critical financial aid for Saint Xavier University and Moraine Valley Community College students.

Rep. Burke: Bill Would Lower Drinking Age With Parents' Permission

Teens, 20-year-olds would be able to have beer or wine with Mom or Dad's OK.

Cook County Election Judges and Equipment Managers Needed for April 4 Election

Earn $190 as an election judge and $340 as an equipment manager by working in the April 4, 2017 consolidated general election.

Burke Sponsors New Law Making it Easier for Disabled Persons to Save for Future Care

Disabled persons can save up to $100,000 in ABLE accounts without risking disability benefits under bill sponsored by Rep. Kelly Burke.

Burke Calls for Aggressive Reforms to Improve Illinois's Economic Climate

Rep. Kelly Burke proposes economic reforms to lift up small businesses and the middle class.

State Rep. Kelly Burke Honored as 'Champion of Higher Education'

State representative says she's ready to work in a bi-partisan manner with lawmakers on other side of the aisle.

Knife Wielding Robbers Nabbed in Evergreen Park Home Invasion: Police

Charges pending against two suspects who robbed a resident in their home on Sept. 21, cops said.

Nearby Communities Considered 'High Risk' for Lead Poisoning

Cook County officials will be mitigating a lead poisoning risk in communities that are a stone's throw from Evergreen Park.

Feds Hold Freight Train Operator Liable for Blocked Crossings, Train Parking: Ruling

CSX Transportation ordered not to roll trains through Beverly, Mt. Greenwood or Evergreen Park unless track is clear.

Public Comment Period Extended for CSX Legal Action

Chicago and Evergreen Park residents invited to comment on ongoing safety and quality of life issues with CSX Railroad.

Evergreen Park's Top Republican Presidential Campaign Contributors

See who in Evergreen Park is contributing to Donald Trump, Marco Rubio, Ted Cruz, John Kasich and Ben Carson.

Residents' Comments Wanted for CSX Legal Action

Chicago and Evergreen Park residents invited to comment on ongoing safety and quality of life issues with CSX Railroad.

Coffee and Conversation with Sen. Cunningham and Rep. Burke, Feb. 20

Discuss current events, state updates and improvements with your state lawmakers over coffee.

Be the First Couple to Marry in 2016

Be the first couple to apply for a wedding license in Cook County and receive an array of valuable gifts.

Local Elected Officials Fed Up with CSX Parking Trains and Blocking Crossings

Sen. Bill Cunningham and other local elected officials want Illinois's congressional members to impose fines and sanctions on rail company.

Rush Reintroduces Gun Control Bill After Slaying of 9-Year-Old Boy

"We are losing a generation to self-inflicted murder and mayhem,” Congressman Bobby Rush says.

REVISED: CSX Railroad Crossings Closed for Repairs

Two railroad crossings in Evergreen Park will be temporarily closed for necessary reports in October.

New Poll Shows Rauner Winning Public Opinion Over Democrats

Capitol Fax's Rich Miller takes a look at the poll and what the results could mean for Gov. Bruce Rauner and Democrats in the Legislature.

Gateway to Heroin is Found in Average Medicine Cabinet

Saturday's National Take Back Day aims to prevent prescription drug abuse. Find the nearest collection location here.

New Report Spells Very Bad News for Illinois' Finances

Truth in Accounting’s annual report paints a bleak picture for Illinois and its taxpayers.

After a Traumatizing Past, Fear of State Budget Impasse is Real for Cicero Woman

Reboot Illinois’ Madeleine Doubek talks with one Cicero woman about her scariest secrets, and what she fears most now.