Western Springs May Hike Sales Tax, Cites 'Increasing Strain'

Voters rejected such a hike in 2022. Now, the village can pass it without going to voters.

Flooding Involved In Western Springs Man's Arrest: Cops

A 68-year-old woman was the victim after she went to the man's house, police said.

Western Springs Mexican Restaurant Opening In Spring

Its food is described as "authentic Mexican meets global fusion."

Repeated Western Springs Main Breaks In Bitter Cold

Like last year, local crews are fixing breaks in the worst weather. The village suffers from an aging water system.

Sidewalks Pushed Near Western Springs Schools

A consultant recommended improvements for pedestrians around town.

Medical Pot Shop In Western Springs? It's Now Possible

But a top official said the chances are "very, very" low. Village trustees enacted regulations.

Fake FBI Agent Scams Western Springs Businessman: Cops

The imposter took $16,500, promising to keep the cash secure and then give it back, police said.

Western Springs Man Charged With Battery

He turned himself in for an incident that occurred a week earlier, police said.

Western Springs Businessman Scammed Out Of $16K: Cops

The man met with the scammer at his place of business and gave her the money, authorities said.

Western Springs May Allow Beekeeping, But With Rules

A resident prompted the village to consider regulations for such operations.

Western Springs Area Will Oppose Medical Pot Shop: Official

A trustee pushes against allowing such a business near his home. The chances of such a business in town are low.

Medical Pot Code Eyed In Western Springs

A specific spot is recommended if a medical marijuana firm wanted to come to town.

Western Springs Flooding Blamed On Blocked Drains In Part

Street flooding was widespread, the village reported. Officials said they would review their response.

$1K Stolen From Car In Western Springs: Police

Another $17 – all in $1 bills – mysteriously showed up in the owner's wallet, authorities said.

Western Springs Woman Accused Of Violating Protection Order

In another case, a man was arrested at the train depot on an assault warrant, police said.

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Person Taken To Hospital In Western Springs Crash: Police

No citations were issued in the crash on Ogden Avenue, near Bemis Woods.

Top 20 Most-Read Western Springs Stories In 2025

The top story was the arrest of a man involved in home invasions in a local neighborhood.

3-Car Crash In Western Springs; Door Cut To Save Person: Cops

A person was taken to the hospital and later released.

House Fire In Western Springs Reported

Firefighters put out the fire and are looking into the cause.

Part Of South Campus Floods From Pipe Issue

For a time, 2,000 students were moved into the fieldhouse, the superintendent said.

Local Theater Has 'Made Western Springs Proud' For Nearly 100 Years: Best Of 2025

Patch and T-Mobile are recognizing the people, places and moments that made this year brighter.

Leaf Piles In Western Springs Buried In Snow

The village speaks about the piles that were caught up in snow removal.

E-Scooter Stolen From Western Springs Front Yard: Cops

In another case, a DUI suspect was found asleep behind the wheel, police said.

'Unintended Consequences' In Western Springs: Official

The local Little League twice made changes without a permit, village officials said.

Western Springs Plans $3M Street Project

The work is being paid for by a voter-approved tax hike.

Man Who Died In Western Springs Crash Identified

The resident had a long career in the media, credited with helping develop a newswire service.

Curious George Visits the Library

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Teacher Absences Jump In Western Springs: Report

The absenteeism rate was below Lyons Township High's and the state's.

Pedestrian Dies After Western Springs Crash: Cops

The person died after being taken to an area hospital.

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Western Springs Debate Over Ads On Park Sign

The Little League put up the ads without a permit, upsetting some officials.

'Not Ideal': Western Springs Official Questions Developer's Delay

A village staffer explained why the townhome project hasn't started. Neighbors opposed the project.

Western Springs Sees Big Spike In Insurance Costs

The village has seen large claims over the last year, an insurance broker said.

Car In Western Springs Burglarized; Wallet Stolen

The burglary was reported in a local neighborhood. The car was unlocked, police said.

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