News from around the community includes items from Hinsdale, Westmont, Lyons Township, Oak Park and Oak Brook.

On Thursday, May 22, and Saturday, May 24, travelers should leave before noon. On Friday, May 23, the optimal time to start driving is before 11 a.m.

UPDATED: May 22, 2025 at 11:26 AM CDT Chicago beaches are set to open for the summer season for swimming and boating on Friday until Labor Day, officials said Wednesday.

The University of Illinois Chicago is partnering with Chicago Public Schools and City Colleges of Chicago to ease the way for CPS students to and through college.