Richard Willis, Author at Wednesday Journal

Don’t defund the police, defund District 97

Oak Park first responders gather to honor the lives lost on 9/11 September 11, 2026
First responders, village trustees and other officials, and residents gathered in front of Oak Park Fire Department Station 1 on Euclid Avenue where local leaders offered speeches and the names of those who lost their lives were read.
Affordable apartment project opens in Soul City September 11, 2026
Oak Park Regional Housing Center led effort to build 78-unit apartment with 50 affordable units on Chicago Avenue. Rehabbing Laramie State Bank is next
Property transfers for July 2026September 11, 2026
The following property transfers were reported by the Cook County Clerk from July 2026. Where addresses appear incomplete, for instance… Read more: Property transfers for July 2026
Renovating? Start with a trio of home expertsSeptember 11, 2026
When interior designer Robin Schwadron of R Titus Designs opened a space in the heart of Oak Park in 2023, one of the benefits of… Read more: Renovating? Start with a trio of home experts
Brian Straw announces reelection campaign for Oak Park village trustee September 10, 2026
Oak Park Village Trustee Brian Straw, who drew national attention as one of the “Broadview Six,” is running for reelection.