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Oak Lawn Community High School District 229 welcomed 1,814 students in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Enrollment Analysis: White students comprised 8.3% of Lansing School District 158’s student body in 2021-22 school year

In Lansing School District 158, 212 white students were enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

2021-22 school year sees 754 students enrolled at West Harvey-Dixmoor Public School District 147

Enrollment at West Harvey-Dixmoor Public School District 147 fell from the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Rock Island County Education: 710 Asian students were enrolled in schools in 2021-22 school year

In Rock Island County schools, 710 Asian students were enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Happy National Farmer’s Day: Celebrating the Heroes Who Feed and Fuel Our World

Today, on October 12, 2023, we celebrate National Farmer's Day, a special occasion to honor and appreciate the hardworking men and women who play a crucial role in feeding and fueling our world. This day serves as a reminder of the invaluable contributions made by farmers in sustaining our society and ensuring food security for all.Farmers are the backbone of our agricultural industry, dedicating their lives to the cultivation of crops and the rearing of livestock. Their unwavering commitment to their families, land, and communities is truly commendable. Each day, they...

Village of East Hazel Crest President and Board of Trustees met Aug. 9

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 12, 2023

Village of East Hazel Crest President and Board of Trustees met Wednesday, Aug. 9

City of Hickory Hills City Council met Sep. 14

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 12, 2023

City of Hickory Hills City Council met Thursday, Sep. 14

Q3 2023 Recap: 175 parolees from Cook County convicted of crimes against persons set for supervised release

There were 175 offenders convicted of crimes against persons living in Cook County released on parole during the third quarter of 2023, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the South Cook News.

Argo Community High School District 217's enrollment rank decreases during 2021-22 school year

Argo Community High School District 217 welcomed 1,886 students in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

779 students enrolled at Lincoln Elementary School District 156 in 2021-22 school year

Enrollment at Lincoln Elementary School District 156 fell from the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Enrollment Analysis: Asian students comprised 6.1% of Cook County’s student body in 2021-22 school year

In the 2021-22 school year, 6.1% of students enrolled in Cook County school districts identified as Asian.

Sandridge School District 172 Education: 38 white students were enrolled in schools in 2021-22 school year

In Sandridge School District 172, 38 white students were enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

City of Blue Island Committee of the Whole met Sep. 13

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 11, 2023

City of Blue Island Committee of the Whole Wednesday, met Sep. 13

City of Hometown City Council met Sep. 12

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 11, 2023

City of Hometown City Council met Tuesday, Sep. 12

Q3 2023 Recap: 18 parolees from Cook County convicted of crimes against justice set for supervised release

There were 18 offenders convicted of crimes against justice living in Cook County released on parole during the third quarter of 2023, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the South Cook News.

South Holland School District 150 enrollment in 2021-22 school year

Enrollment at South Holland School District 150 fell from the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Flossmoor School District 161 Education: 268 white students were enrolled in schools in 2021-22 school year

In Flossmoor School District 161, 268 white students were enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Homewood School District 153 ranks 210th in enrollment with 1,892 students during 2021-22 school year