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Wednesday April 15th Patch AM (Patch graphic)

Morning Western Springs! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☀️

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  • New 30 mph limit now in effect on 47th Street

Also on today's calendar: Chicago Artisan Market in Ravenswood - Sat-Sun, Apr 18-19 (Spring Market) and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why are banana jokes so funny 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 75 and low of 62 degrees.
  • Thursday: A few morning showers; breezy, temps: high: 71, low: 52.
  • Friday: Breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 79 and low of 58 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Speed Limit Drops On Key Western Springs Street (patch.com) — Drivers in Western Springs should slow down on 47th Street, where new state-installed signs have lowered the speed limit from 35 to 30 mph to match neighboring La Grange. Village police say speeding is a major factor in fatal Illinois crashes and believe even modest reductions can improve safety for local residents.    

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🗞 Nearby News

La Grange

  • Is La Grange's Approach 'Let Them Eat Cake' On Housing? (patch.com)
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  • Angry Over Taxes? Burr Ridge Official Points To Schools (patch.com)

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