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Updated federal data shows how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Cook County.
See the latest announcement from the Des Plaines Public Library.
The unemployment rate in Cook County hasn't had a month-to-month change.
Between the COVID-19 pandemic, and the recent mass shootings, at times, the world can seem like it is falling apart.
Nationally, applications for financial aid are down this year.
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Hey, Kiddos! It's time for a special summer edition of DIY with DPPL!
Here is how the Des Plaines area is doing in the race to vaccinate its population.
Skokie resident Justin Mitchell is Oakton’s Honors Student of the Year.
The preliminary forecast report presents a mid-year projection of year-end revenues and expenses for FY2021 and an initial forecast for ...
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While conducting the check, investigators observed an unloaded firearm magazine and rounds of 9 mm ammunition in Morris’ bedroom.
Here's what DPPL staff is reading this month, and suggest you do as well!
"Take advantage of this free and convenient opportunity to help keep your information out of the wrong hands," Senator Laura Murphy said.
The Adult and Family Counseling Department will continue to offer this remote service via phone or video, despite relaxed restrictions.
The Red Cross is holding a blood drive soon in the Des Plaines area.
Home prices are higher in the Des Plaines area recently. See how much.
Junaid Ahmed challenging congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi for Illinois 8th Congressional District in Primary election had successful event
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Oakton once again received the Illinois Community College Trustees Association (ICCTA) Equity and Diversity Award.
Sunil Shah has been a New York Life agent in the past 25 years, He has been an Eminent leader in Chicagoland in the past three decades.
Recently, 66 high school students celebrated earning their first college credential — the BNAT Certificate — through Oakton.
There are a record number of job openings in the U.S. labor market; Cook County's unemployment rate increased recently.
Fans can meet the baseball legend and learn about his experience using cannabis
Effective July 1, 2021, the minimum wage for non-tipped workers will remain $13.00. The minimum wage is $6.60 for tipped employees.
Publish a photo of pops on the Des Plaines Patch for Father’s Day 2021 to share your favorite father-son or father-daughter moments.
With gun-related homicides up by more than 15% in Cook County this year, President Toni Preckwinkle was joined by County officials at th ...
Rivers Casino employees completed an English language skills course facilitated through a partnership between the casino and Oakton.
"Today, Cook County takes another step in our fight for fair housing," said Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle. "The protectio ...
Pride Month commemorates the anniversary of the Stonewall riots.
Fall 2021 classes start Aug. 23. Registration is now open!
The Red Cross is holding a blood drive in the Des Plaines area soon.
Dr. Amin Nadeem has made additional efforts to support long-term Health care staff members during the coronavirus pandemic
On Thursday, May 27, 2021, a grand event was held in Oak Brook, Illinois. Pakistani State Punjab, Governor Chaudhry Muhammad Sarwar came to
Illinois American Water to Conduct Annual Water System Maintenance Program in Des Plaines
Chicago Dogs baseball team — named for Chicago's favorite and oldest culinary tradition —is celebrating selling out its home games.