Category Archives: Franklin Park
On May 25,1979, America Airlines Flight 191 Crashed Killing 273 People at ORD
On this date in 1979, American Airlines flight 191 crashed just outside of O’Hare International Airport killing 273 people. This is still single worst non terrorist related aircraft crash in the history of the United States. The Chicago Fire Department, … Continue reading
Leyden Student Board Members Sound Off On COVID-Related Issues—–Concerns are Raised if SD 212 Was Prepared for the Return of the Students Beyond Telling the Students to Wear Masks
The Leyden High School student trustees sounded off at the August 19th Board meeting. Read the story at the link below: There are numerous strategies that need to be employed beyond “just wearing your mask” by Leyden School District 212. … Continue reading
Franklin Avenue Closure [7-14-2021 thru 8-2-2021] ( Franklin Park to Bensenville Connection)
Franklin Avenue Closure The motoring public in the Leyden Township area is being informed that Franklin Avenue will be closed to traffic starting Monday, June 14 from Williams Drive to Wolf Road through August 2. Please watch for detour signs … Continue reading
Franklin Park improving streets in anticipation of I-490 western access to O’Hare
Franklin Park is planning a series of road improvements to complement the ongoing planned I-490 interchange project, which will allow drivers to access O’Hare International Airport from the west. The I-490 project, or O’Hare Western Bypass, “will be built to … Continue reading
Roy F McCampbell Hosts Rhythm Roast Cafe on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at 7 pm for a Discussion About Civility in Politics—- Come Join Us for the Discussion
Come join us at Rhythm Roast Cafe live on You Tube for a lively discussion on “Where did Civility in Politics Go ?” Roy F McCampbell Hosts Rhythm Roast Cafe on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at 7 pm for a … Continue reading →