Western Springs Less Open With Meeting Info

Nearby towns post online the information their officials get before meetings. Western Springs does not.

Town Hall On 5G Set For Western Springs

Village won't say which officials and company representatives have agreed to attend.

Election 2020 in Western Springs: 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.

Western Springs Alleges 'Inaccurate' 5G Info

Officials are disputing reports on social media about 5G in Western Springs.

5G Fears Prompt Western Springs Action

The village plans a town hall on the 5G issue. It is working with other towns to hire a lobbyist.

Madigan And Durkin Rarely Speak

Western Springs Republican Jim Durkin says he can go three or four months without speaking to his Democratic counterpart.

Congressional Candidate Forums Planned

A La Grange group is organizing the events, with the first one set for Western Springs.

'Crisis Of Confidence': Local Lawmaker

Durkin says he'll push ethics bills, including more financial disclosures from lawmakers.

'False Rumors' Email On 5G Released

The Forest Hills PTA said Verizon had filed a proposal for towers near school. The village disputed the group's email.

Durkin Rakes In Half Million For Campaign

The House GOP leader's fundraising haul in the last election eclipsed his Democratic opponent's.

Fiber Optic Plan Questioned In Western Springs

Village officials want to know whether a fiber optic proposal has anything to do with 5G, which is controversial in Western Springs.

Official Decries 'False Rumors' On 5G

Western Springs officials say they are unsure about stakes going up around town. Residents fear they may be for 5G antennas.

Western Springs Gets New Officer

The new officer comes from the Sterling Police Department. He worked there about a year.

5G Antenna Application Withdrawn In Western Springs

Western Springs and Hinsdale residents have protested possibility of 5G antennas. Firm is looking at alternative sites.

Western Springs Reveals 5G Application

Western Springs and Hinsdale residents fear the health effects of 5G towers.

Western Springs Gets 5G Tower Application

Village says application is incomplete. Many residents in Western Springs and Hinsdale oppose towers.

Pedestrian Bridge Moving To 47th Street: Villages

Survey indicates most Western Springs residents favor existing site.

Anti-Trump Protest Planned In Western Springs

Congressional candidate is expected to attend event.

Western Springs Seeks $500,000 More In Taxes

Road bonds and police pensions are main reasons for tax levy hike.

Pedestrian Bridge Debate Splits Western Springs, Hinsdale

Residents weigh in on site of pedestrian bridge.

Mazzochi Calls for Ethics Reforms, Rep. Arroyo's Resignation

Rep. Mazzochi and Bipartisan Legislator Group Calls for Real Ethics Reform, Rep. Arroyo’s Resignation

Rep. Mazzochi Advocates Property Tax Transparency, Reform

She is fighting to overhaul the property tax system to increase fairness, and avoid increases that cause residents to flee Illinois.

Bill to Increase Transparency of IMRF Funds Signed by Governor

Rep. Deanne Mazzochi’s Bill to Increase Transparency of Local Pension Funds Earns Governor’s Signature

Mazzochi Appointed to PANDAS Advisory Council

Mazzochi Appointed to Advisory Council to Help Vulnerable Pediatric Patients

Mazzochi passes legislation to increase transparency in Higher Ed

Rep. Deanne Mazzochi (R-Elmhurst) passes legislation to increase transparency on the true cost of four-year universities

Regional Bike Path Plans To Be Discussed At Meeting

Plans for a regional bike path will be discussed at Western Springs Village Hall on Feb. 19.

Rep. Deanne Mazzochi votes against Madigan’s House Rules

Rejects legislators “vesting that power in one man, who can’t be appealed, who can’t be suspended.”

Water Rate Increase Likely For Western Springs

The proposed rate increase will pay for water and sewer infrastructure projects going forward without deficit spending.

Western Springs Election 2018: Referenda Questions On The Ballot

In addition to several local and state races, voters will also see several referenda questions on the ballot.

Western Springs Election 2018 Polling Places, Early Voting

Polling places in Illinois are open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Nov. 6.

Lipinski Calls on U.S. EPA to Act on Sterigenics Concerns

"The health and safety of the large population of people that live, work, and go to school near Sterigenics must come first," said Lipinski.

Voters Pass Thomas Ford Library Renovation

A bond issue to renovate the Thomas Ford Library in Western Springs passed.

Western Springs Residents Cite Safety Concerns For Proposed Path

The project won't be taking place in 2018, but would move forward in 2019.

Lipinski Announces $2 Million Grant

"This grant will provide a much-needed boost to hard-working students looking for a high-quality education," said Lipinski.

Former Western Springs Trustee Announces Campaign For District 24 State Senator

A Western Springs resident and former trustee has announced her candidacy for State Senator of the 24th District.

Western Springs Village Clerk Announces Campaign For District 41 State Senator

A Western Springs Democrat has announced her candidacy for State Senator for District 41.

State Rep. Bellock To Host Property Tax Forum In Western Springs

The forum will be held Sept. 6 at Western Springs Village Hall.

Western Springs Election 2017 Results

Patch will be covering the local election results for Western Springs.

Election Results: Residents Vote in Favor of Referendum Approving $12 Million for Road Improvement

All precincts' votes have now been counted.

Western Springs Asks Voters For $12 Million In Road Improvements: What You Need to Know

The last time the village asked for road improvement money was in 2008.