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Ken Gross, Forest Park police chief, retiring Sept. 30
It’s unclear who will be interim chief
Is police chief’s retirement related to ICE incident?
‘My retirement is due to a culmination of things,’ said Ken Gross, who’s been considering the move for years, but says he wasn’t forced out of his post
Franklin-Brown TIF, a step closer
New Tax Increment Financing district could fund residential development, reducing truck and train traffic in northeast corner of Forest Park
Forest Park plans monthly Altenheim discussions
At 1st meeting, village planner suggests commissioners decide if they want R1 or R2 housing on the property, or something else
After ICE incident, Mayor Hoskins seeks better training for Forest Park police
And residents share concerns about safety and trust
A firefighting first for River Forest
24-year-old Julia Massey becomes the first female firefighter in River Forest
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Summer indulgence at the Taste of Elmwood Park
Eat, drink, dance and play at the annual family-friendly festival
Hitting the bullseye at Circle Tavern
The making of a mainstay takes time and passion
In the garden of eatin’
Pompei restaurant serves up their first summer in Elmwood Park

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