Live Updates: Park Ridge Park District Referendum Passes, Commissioner Results

Check out election results for the Park Ridge Park District.

Park Ridge Set to Elect Mayor, Aldermen, More

Candidates running for office completed questionnaires about their backgrounds, plans if elected, and more on Patch.

April 9 Elections: Where is My Polling Place?

Where to cast your ballot for the local elections held Tuesday, April 9.

Park Ridge Sixth Ward Candidates Talk Top Priorities

Vincent LaVecchia and Marc Mazzuca list their top priorities if elected Fourth Ward Alderman of Park Ridge, and more in election questionnaires.

Election 2013: Marc Mazzuca for Sixth Ward of Park Ridge

Marc Mazzuca is running against Vincent LaVecchia for Sixth Ward Alderman of Park Ridge.

Election 2013: Vincent LaVecchia for Sixth Ward of Park Ridge

Vincent LaVecchia is running against Marc Mazzuca for Sixth Ward Alderman of Park Ridge.

Park Ridge Fourth Ward Candidates Talk Top Priorities

J.B. Johnson and Roger Shubert list their top priorities if elected Fourth Ward Alderman of Park Ridge, and more in election questionnaires.

Election 2013: J.B. Johnson for Fourth Ward of Park Ridge

J.B. Johnson is running against Roger Shubert for Fourth Ward Alderman of Park Ridge.

Election 2013: Roger Shubert for Fourth Ward of Park Ridge

Roger Shubert is running against J.B. Johnson for Fourth Ward Alderman of Park Ridge.

Park Ridge Second Ward Candidates Talk Top Priorities

George Korovilas and Nicholas Milissis list their top priorities if elected Second Ward Alderman of Park Ridge, and more in election questionnaires.

Election 2013: George Korovilas for Second Ward of Park Ridge

George Korovilas is running against Nicholas Milissis for Second Ward Alderman of Park Ridge.

Election 2013: Nicholas Milissis for Second Ward of Park Ridge

Nicholas Milissis is running against George Korovilas for Second Ward Alderman of Park Ridge.

Cook County’s $25 Gun Tax Starts April 1

Do you think the new tax will help curb taxpayer expenses tied to gun violence?

City Council to Vote on New Contract for Public Works

Under the new contract, employees would get a small raise, the Journal & Topics reports.

Financial Future, Hazing Lawsuit, More from D-207 Candidates

Maine Township High School District 207 Board of Education candidates wrote about their qualifications and more in election questionnaires.

Sewer Updates: Watch For Crews, Water Shutoff, Re-Routes

Motorists, use caution around the construction area/sewer main work in Park Ridge at Devon/Talcott/Courtland. Some residents and businesses will have their water shut off for a few hours Thursday, and traffic will be re-routed.

Early Voting For Park Ridge Elections

Can't wait until Election Day April 9? Early voting has commenced for Park Ridge's mayoral election and other local contests.

Future of Park Ridge City Manager Uncertain

An evaluation of acting City Manager Shawn Hamilton included generally positive results, members of Park Ridge Committee of the Whole said at a meeting on Monday.

Election 2013: David Schmidt for Mayor of Park Ridge

Learn about the candidates running for mayor of Park Ridge in the April 9 election in this Patch.com series. Today: David Schmidt, the incumbent mayor. Read his answers to the candidate questionnaire, below.

Election 2013: Larry Ryles for Mayor of Park Ridge

Larry Ryles is running against Mayor David Schmidt for mayor of Park Ridge.

Park District and Senior Services Settle Lawsuit

Parks waive any claim to Kemnitz Trust and Senior Services waives right to recover capital improvement expenditures, according to the Park Ridge Park District.

Residents Want More Monitoring for O'Hare Expansion

A recent survey shows most Park Ridge residents are concerned about the project and it's potential impact on the city, the Chicago Tribune reports.

Park Ridge Locks In Lower Electricity Rate for Residents

The rate meets the goal of coming in under five cents per kilowatt hour; it is in effect until 2014.

Park Ridge Recognized for Historic Preservation

The city was accepted to a national program for preservation efforts, the Associated Press reports.

Flood-Control, Sewer Improvements to Cost $2.9 Million Through 2014

The city of Park Ridge's costs are for construction, engineering and design work, the Chicago Tribune reports.

Don't Let Scammers Nail You This Tax Season

Attorney General Lisa Madigan warns of the high cost of refund anticipation loans.

What Do You Think About a Hillary/Michelle Ticket in 2016?

Some democrats are hopeful that Hillary Clinton and Michelle Obama will run as a pair for the next presidential election.

Photos: Park Ridge Mayoral Candidates Ryles and Schmidt

Candidates for mayor of Park Ridge spoke at a debate at city hall on Thursday night.

Ryles, Schmidt Spar in Park Ridge Mayoral Debate

Ryles, Schmidt Spar in Park Ridge Mayoral Debate

Photos: Park Ridge Mayoral Candidates Square Off at Chamber Event

Mayoral candidates for the City of Park Ridge, Larry Ryles and Mayor David Schmidt, met for a debate hosted by the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce at the Park Ridge Country Club on Wednesday.

Economic Development, City Services at Center of Park Ridge Mayor’s Debate

More than 100 people gathered at the Park Ridge Country Club for the second of three events with both candidates for mayor on Wednesday.

Red Light Camera Review Gets Green Light in Park Ridge

More than 150 motorists were issued red light camera citations in Park Ridge during February, which added almost $8K to the city’s coffers, according to a city memo.

Tuesday Marks Final Voter Regsitration Deadline for April Election

Where and how to register, plus information on Park Ridge candidates.

Park Ridge Government More Transparent Than Before, Schmidt Says

In the first of three scheduled events with Park Ridge mayoral candidates Larry Ryles and David Schmidt, Schmidt focused on his support of transparency in government operation and changes in city staff.

Ryles Questions Park Ridge’s Economic Development

In the first of three scheduled events with Park Ridge mayoral candidates Larry Ryles and David Schmidt, Ryles focused on his military background and family values.

Park Ridge Mayoral Hopefuls Trade Barbs at Republican Women Forum

Candidates for mayor, aldermen and park district board gathered in the field house at South Park in Park Ridge on March 7.

New Medical Examiner Website Helps Identify Missing Loved Ones

The expanded Cook County Medical Examiner website will include information about unidentified remains.

Mayor: Finances, City Management Improved in Park Ridge

Park Ridge Mayor David Schmidt said the City of Park Ridge was now in a better position to withstand the burden of the debt created by the Uptown tax increment financing district in his annual state of the city address.

Hazing Response Continues at D-207 with Focus Groups, Anonymous Tip System

All Maine Township High School District 207 teachers and administrators were given a presentation on their role as mandated reporters of hazing incidents in January, according to a D-207 spokesperson.

Park Ridge Alderman Tries to Lower Residents' Water Rates

Marc Mazzuca is proposing a lower rate that doesn't include costs for a new water meter reading system.