Columns Archives - Page 28 of 250 - Wednesday Journal

Among our many heroes, don’t forget teachers

by Ed Condon May 7, 2020February 10, 2021

More than chocolates and flowers

by Mothers and others for peace May 6, 2020February 10, 2021

A close shave and welcome change

by Marc Blesoff May 6, 2020February 10, 2021

You can teach an old(er) dancer new steps

by Stephanie Clemens April 30, 2020February 10, 2021

Flu shuts down Oak Park! (in 1918)

by Michael Guerin April 30, 2020February 10, 2021

The calm amid the current chaos

by Rev. Richard Peddicord April 29, 2020February 10, 2021

Pro Bono Network aids access to legal services

by Heena Musabji April 29, 2020February 10, 2021

The angels of in-block sheltering

by Fred Natkevi April 29, 2020February 10, 2021

Not connecting isn’t an option

by David Seleb April 22, 2020February 10, 2021

Making the most of your quarantine

by Margaret Korinek April 22, 2020February 10, 2021

Investigation into mass car break-ins at Avenue Parking Garage still ongoing October 2, 2026
Oak Park’s Avenue Parking Garage was hit hard by car break-ins in early September, in connection with even more burglarized vehicles at the University of Illinois Chicago campus.
‘Broadview Six’ defense team celebrates judge’s push for fact-finding in trial misconduct October 2, 2026
U.S. District Judge April Perry heard arguments on Oct. 1 and pressed for more answers from U.S. Attorney Andrew Boutros’ office about possible wrongdoings in the original case brought against the “Broadview Six” earlier this year and potential cover-up efforts to conceal the misconduct.
Oak Park Neighbors United opposes referendum question October 1, 2026
While a state appellate court considers an appeal of an overruled objection of an advisory referendum question for the Nov. 3 village ballot, a new group has sprung up to provide arguments why Oak Park village community members should vote no.
Oak Park’s DEI office hosted calmest conversation on zoning so far October 1, 2026
The village government’s Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion facilitated a panel discussion on the history of local zoning on Monday, Sept. 28, to give context around the proposed changes to single-family zoning.
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