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Wearable robots getting lighter, more portable May 9, 2013 12:00 AM
Orbitz posts profit, rebounds from year-ago loss May 9, 2013 12:00 AM
Orbitz Worldwide Inc. posted first-quarter net income of $146.2 million on Thursday as a hefty tax benefit and higher revenue from hotel and vacation package bookings helped it rebound from a loss in the year-ago period. The results impressed investors and the company issued strong revenue predictions for the current quarter and full year.
Celebrating Superhero Week at West Chicago libraryApr 30, 2013 12:00 AM
The West Chicago Public Library Youth Services Department is celebrating Superhero Week with events planned all week.
Construction resumes on downtown Chicago bridge Apr 29, 2013 12:00 AM
The next phase of repair work on a major downtown Chicago bridge could cause some problems for commuters this week. Chicago Transit Authority officials say work on the historic Wells Street Bridge over the Chicago River will affect service through May 5. It's the second phase of work. The bridge was closed for 9 days in March as well.
FBI asking for help to find Chicago man Apr 24, 2013 12:00 AM
The FBI says it needs the public's help in finding a Chicago man who is on the run. The FBI announced Tuesday it is offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to the apprehension of Paris Poe. He's also known as Polerowski. Poe is wanted for questioning in a federal murder investigation. An arrest warrant for Poe was filed last week in U.S. District Court in Chicago.
West Chicago Public Library District to Celebrate "El Día de los Niños"Apr 23, 2013 12:00 AM
West Chicago Public Library will join hundreds of libraries across the country in celebrating "El Día de los Niños on April 27 from 1-2:30 pm.
Communities Matter @ the West Chicago Public Library DistrictApr 16, 2013 12:00 AM
The West Chicago Public Library joins libraries in communities nationwide in celebrating National Library Week.
Field Museum receives pieces of Russian meteorite Apr 10, 2013 12:00 AM
The Field Museum in Chicago has received dozens of pieces of a meteorite that exploded over Russia's Ural Mountains in February.The museum received the nearly 2 pounds of small meteorite pieces on Tuesday. The meteor injured nearly 1,500 people and caused widespread property damage over Russia's Chelyabinsk district. The meteorite is now known as the Chelyabinsk Meteorite.
Chicago schools CEO defends planned school closings Apr 4, 2013 12:00 AM
Chicago Public Schools CEO Barbara Byrd Bennett says she's insulted by allegations of racism from opponents of her plan to close 54 schools. During a Wednesday school board meeting, Byrd-Bennett said the decision to shutter the schools was made after listening to more than 20,000 people at hearings around the city.
Library to Pay Tribute to Mayor Michael KwasmanMar 28, 2013 12:00 AM
The West Chicago Public Library District will host a film screening and book discussion of "To Kill a Mockingbird," Mayor Kwasman's favorite book, on April 14 at 3 pm to mark the one-year anniversary of his passing.
Library Receives Community Health Benefit GrantFeb 25, 2013 12:00 AM
The West Chicago Public Library is the recipient of a Community Health Benefit Grant from Cadence Health in support of its WeGo for Wellness initiatives.
Frank Fokta: Candidate ProfileFeb 15, 2013 12:00 AM
Candidate information for Frank Fokta, running for West Chicago Library Board (2-year Term)
Marcia Rubenstein: Candidate ProfileFeb 15, 2013 12:00 AM
Candidate information for Marcia Rubenstein, running for West Chicago Library Board (4-year Terms)
Richard Bloom: Candidate ProfileFeb 15, 2013 12:00 AM
Candidate information for Richard Bloom, running for West Chicago Library Board (4-year Terms)
Corrine Jakacki-Dattomo: Candidate ProfileFeb 15, 2013 12:00 AM
Candidate information for Corrine Jakacki-Dattomo, running for West Chicago Library Board (4-year Terms)
West Chicago Public Library District Awarded "Muslim Journeys Bookshelf"Feb 13, 2013 12:00 AM
The West Chicago Public Library District has been awarded a "Muslim Journeys Bookshelf" collection by the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Library staff in-service training focuses on Library of the FutureFeb 13, 2013 12:00 AM
The Library of the Future was the topic of conversation at a recent staff in-service training day at the West Chicago Public Library District.
West Chicago Friends of the Library collecting for annual book saleFeb 12, 2013 12:00 AM
The Friends of the Library are collecting donations for their annual book sale which takes place March 8 and 9.
The West Chicago Public Library District To Host ACT Test PrepFeb 5, 2013 12:00 AM
The West Chicago Public Library District will host a free ACT Practice Test administered by Kaplan Test Prep, with analyzed results and scores, on Saturday, February 16 at 1 pm.
Former Chicago alderman to head state department Nov 2, 2012 12:00 AM
A former Chicago alderman and former journalist and philanthropist have been appointed to Illinois state positions.Gov. Pat Quinn announced Thursday that former Chicago Alderman Manny Flores will be secretary of the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.