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Dolton School District 148 welcomed 1,894 students in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

820 students enrolled at Pleasantdale School District 107 in 2021-22 school year

Enrollment at Pleasantdale School District 107 fell from the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

There were 385 white students enrolled in Cook County School District 130 in 2021-22 school year

In Cook County School District 130, 12.7% of students identified as white in the 2021-22 school year.

Bridgeview ranks 79th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during July

Bridgeview residents paid $1.1 million in sales taxes, ranking 79th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in July.

Illinois Manufacturing Industry Celebrates National Manufacturing Day

Unknown, a representative from the Illinois manufacturing industry, expressed gratitude to manufacturers on National Manufacturing Day. The industry in Illinois alone contributes approximately $580 billion in annual economic impact, driving investment, opportunity, and innovation throughout the state.National Manufacturing Day is a celebration of the manufacturing sector's significant contributions to the economy and job creation. It aims to inspire the next generation of manufacturers and highlight the importance of manufacturing to local communities. Illinois, known for...

Illinois Insurance Marketplace Offers Competitive Rates for Residents

The insurance marketplace in Illinois has traditionally been one of the most competitive in the country, and chances are good that the average Illinois resident is paying lower monthly premiums for most types of insurance than the national averages. There are a number of personal factors, including age, involved in determining insurance premiums and rates, but there are also factors such as population density, weather conditions, crime statistics, and claim data where an individual resides. The most competitive of the insurance marketplace in Illinois is

City of Blue Island City Council met September 12

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Oct 9, 2023

City of Blue Island City Council met 7 p.m. Tuesday, September 12.

City of Country Club Hills City Council met Sep. 11

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 9, 2023

City of Country Club Hills City Council met Monday, Sep. 11

City of Palos Heights Public Arts Commission met Sep. 11

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 9, 2023

City of Palos Heights Public Arts Commission met Monday, Sep. 11

Effective property tax rate in Cook County outpaced the national average in Q3 2023

Property owners in Cook County paid 2% of the value of their homes in property taxes in the third quarter of 2023, which is more than 1.8 times the national average, according to the real estate analysis posted by South Cook News.

How many white students were enrolled in Homewood-Flossmoor Community High School District 233 in 2021-22 school year?

In Homewood-Flossmoor Community High School District 233, 14.6% of students identified as white in the 2021-22 school year.

How did home valuation prices perform in Cook County during Q3 2023?

The median sale price of a home sold in the third quarter of 2023 in Cook County rose by $10,000, while total sales decreased by 15.8%.

Reavis Township High School District 220's enrollment rank decreases during 2021-22 school year

Reavis Township High School District 220 welcomed 1,983 students in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Hoover-Schrum Memorial School District 157 welcomes 836 students in 2021-22 school year

Enrollment at Hoover-Schrum Memorial School District 157 rose from the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

2021-22 school year sees 849 students enrolled at Hazel Crest School District 152-5

Enrollment at Hazel Crest School District 152-5 fell from the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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South Cook News area weekly mass times

The following parishes in the South Cook News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Palos Community Consolidated School District 118 ranks 200th in enrollment with 2,017 students during 2021-22 school year

Palos Community Consolidated School District 118 welcomed 2,017 students in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Recent Cook County home sales in week ending Sept. 30

There were 1,059 reported residential sales in Cook County in the week ending Sept. 30, according to BlockShopper.com.

How many white students were enrolled in Homewood School District 153 in 2021-22 school year?