West Chicago is a city in DuPage County. Founded as the first railroad junction in Illinois in 1849, it retains its railroad heritage as a diverse, growing community along the Union Pacific West Metra line.
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Recent News
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Man Hit Several Cars While Fleeing Cops After Pulling Knife, Gun on West Chicago Resident: PD
Man Hit Several Cars While Fleeing Cops After Pulling Knife, Gun on West Chicago Resident: PD Patch
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NewsAPR 13, 2026
Environmental Commission – April 15, 2026
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Development Committee – April 13, 2026
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