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Home bids blow past asking pricesApril 24, 2026
In the real estate world, when inventory is low and demand is high, as it has been locally for the… Read more: Home bids blow past asking prices
Dee Galbraith, 93April 24, 2026
Dolores (nee Farrar) “Dee” Galbraith, 93, died peacefully on March 31, 2026, happy knowing she is reunited with her husband,… Read more: Dee Galbraith, 93
No resolution on Oak Park Avenue’s vaulted sidewalk disputeApril 23, 2026
With sewer and water infrastructure work already underway on the 100 North Block of Oak Park Avenue, negotiations reportedly continue between Oak… Read more: No resolution on Oak Park Avenue’s vaulted sidewalk dispute
Oak Park not interested in funding electric shuttle service April 23, 2026
Oak Park leaders were not interested in supporting a village-sponsored electric bus shuttle system in the village. Oak Park’s village board… Read more: Oak Park not interested in funding electric shuttle service
Plan to boost Roosevelt Road approved by Oak Park board April 23, 2026
Oak Park’s village board unanimously approved a new economic development plan for Roosevelt Road this week, but it’ll take “a lot of effort” in… Read more: Plan to boost Roosevelt Road approved by Oak Park board