William Toulios, the former superintendent of Argo Community High School District 217, has been charged with theft and official misconduct for allegedly using a district-issued credit card to pay for more than $10,000 in personal expenses, including adult websites, golf equipment, and gift cards.
Category: Bedford Park
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Porfirio announces over $180,000 coming to area librariesÂ
Eleven libraries and school districts across the 11th Senate District will receive more than $180,000 in state grants to upgrade security, expand collections, and boost literacy programs.Â
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Cook County reassesses Stickney Township properties; appeals due August 12
Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi has released initial assessments for residential and commercial properties across Stickney Township, affecting homeowners and business operators in Stickney, Forest View, Burbank, Bedford Park, and Bridgeview. The reassessment is part of the Assessor’s annual cycle, which updates one-third of Cook County’s property valuations each year. The south and west suburbs […]
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Law Tigers give free gas to motorcycle riders in Bedford ParkÂ
Motorcycle riders filled up for free Tuesday, June 23, at Gas N’ Wash in Bedford Park, thanks to a partnership between the village, a Chicago radio station, and a national motorcycle legal services firm. Law Tigers Motorcycle Injury Attorneys, working with radio station US99, funded the giveaway as part of a community outreach effort. The […]
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Law Tigers Motorcycle Lawyers giving away free fuel to riders this week
The giveaway happens Tuesday, June 23, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Gas N Wash, 5641 W. 65th Street in Bedford Park. Motorcycle riders can pull in during that window for a free fill-up. Law Tigers staff will be on site to meet riders. Adam Collopy, co-business officer and ambassador for the Village of […]
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GFWC Argo-Summit Bedford Park Women’s Club installs new officers
The GFWC Argo-Summit Bedford Park Women’s Club installed its slate of officers for 2026–2028 at its year-end dinner last month at the Bedford Park District Community Building. The new leadership includes Bridget Ormins as president, Joan Marchese as president-elect, Jane Blomquist as vice president of membership, Vicki Ramirez as treasurer, Chantal Karge as corresponding secretary, […]
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Area police departments raise thousands for Special Olympics Illinois
Police officers from across the region gathered atop Dunkin’ locations Friday, May 15, to raise money for Special Olympics Illinois, with participating departments selling merchandise and collecting donations throughout the morning. From 5 a.m. to noon, officers and village officials participating in Cop on a Rooftop staffed tables at multiple locations. The effort paid off: […]
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City orders Ford City Mall closed over safety concerns
The city ordered Ford City Mall closed last week over safety concerns regarding a defective fire suppression system.
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3 injured during Ingredion fire in Bedford Park
Two workers and a Bridgeview firefighter were injured in a fire Friday morning at the Bedford Park Ingredion food-processing plant.
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Local Lions clubs honor teachers, veterans, first responders
The awards celebrate educators, first responders, and community members whose service has shaped the area.