At least 50 Chicago Park District union workers marched into City Hall on Tuesday to demand Mayor Brandon Johnson intervene in contract negotiations that have reached the brink of a strike. Service Employees International Union Local 73 — which represents more than 2,200 park workers, including supervisors, landscapers, instructors and lifeguards — voted earlier this… Continue reading Chicago Park District union workers ask Mayor Brandon Johnson to intervene in contract talks
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Work temporarily closes Portage pavilion in national park
Renovation work has temporarily closed the Portage Lakefront and Riverwalk’s distinctive pavilion overlooking Lake Michigan. The building’s restrooms and hallway are to reopen on Sunday, March 31. Improvements in the classroom and meeting space, with floor-to-ceiling glass walls, will take a bit longer. When that area reopens on April 15, Steve Rossi expects it to… Continue reading Work temporarily closes Portage pavilion in national park
Dogs join in on the egg hunt at Winnetka Park District
It’s in a dog’s nature to enjoy the hunt and a hunt for Easter eggs is no exception. The Winnetka Park District offered a seasonal mingling for area dogs and their owners – inviting them to hunt for treat-filled eggs and get their picture taken with the bunny on Saturday, March 23. Area dogs and… Continue reading Dogs join in on the egg hunt at Winnetka Park District
Community Park District of La Grange Park seeking more land
To increase open space in the village, the Community Park District of La Grange Park is seeking to acquire .86 acres in the northwest section of the Village. The property, 1150 Meadowcrest Road, is currently owned by the Village Church, which has operated at the site since 1961. “This is going to be our first… Continue reading Community Park District of La Grange Park seeking more land
Couple bring Indus Progressive Indian Dining to Highland Park
One of Chicago’s most anticipated spring restaurant openings, according to Eater Chicago, will be happening in downtown Highland Park in May. Sukhu and Ajit Kalra have lived in the northern suburb for over a decade and are eager to bring Indus Progressive Indian Dining, their second establishment but first full-service restaurant, to their home community.… Continue reading Couple bring Indus Progressive Indian Dining to Highland Park
Park Ridge OKs contracts for Uptown master plan, City Hall security upgrades – Chicago Tribune
At its March 20 meeting, the Park Ridge City Council approved spending for the creation of the Uptown Master Plan and additional security features for City Hall. In similar fashion to what neighboring suburbs have done by hiring architectural firms for design work in comprehensive master plans, the Park Ridge Council approved a $22,200 contract… Continue reading Park Ridge OKs contracts for Uptown master plan, City Hall security upgrades – Chicago Tribune
Winnetka Park District moving forward with village agreement
The Winnetka Park District Board voted to move forward with an intergovernmental agreement with the village regarding stormwater work on Elder Lane Beach. This agreement will be necessary because the village manages the stormwater system although the pipe sits on Park District land. “Unless nothing changes at all, and that is a small likelihood, there… Continue reading Winnetka Park District moving forward with village agreement
COPA investigates officer-involved fatal shooting in Humboldt Park – Chicago Tribune
Chicago’s Civilian Office of Police Accountability provided further details Monday on its investigation into an officer-involved fatal shooting in Humboldt Park. The shooting happened during a traffic stop just after 6 p.m. Thursday on the 3800 block of West Ferdinand Street, police said. Five officers pulled over a vehicle and gave verbal commands to a… Continue reading COPA investigates officer-involved fatal shooting in Humboldt Park – Chicago Tribune
Northbrook Park District trying out its first EV van
The Northbrook Park District has purchased its first fully electric vehicle (EV) to join its fleet on a trial basis. According to a news release, the 2024 Ford E transit T350 cargo van replaces a 2008 gasoline-powered truck. The purchase is a testament to the Park District’s longstanding commitment to investing in technology that promotes… Continue reading Northbrook Park District trying out its first EV van
Park district removes pro-Palestinian graffiti, flyers left along Naperville Riverwalk – Chicago Tribune
Pro-Palestinian vandalism was found along the Naperville Riverwalk over the weekend. “Free Palestine” was spray-painted on a wall beneath the covered bridge near the Riverwalk’s Paddleboat Quarry, Naperville Park District Police Chief Steve Schindlbeck said. Alongside the graffiti, 22 pro-Palestine flyers were posted. Park district police confirmed the vandalism after receiving a report about 11… Continue reading Park district removes pro-Palestinian graffiti, flyers left along Naperville Riverwalk – Chicago Tribune