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Home fire in Cicero impacts 14 families at 16th And Austin Avenue. Photo courtesy of the Town of Cicero

President Dominick, Town Board organize drive to help families impacted by Friday’s fire

President Dominick, Town Board organize drive to help families impacted by Friday’s fire More than 14 families were forced to leave their homes when the 18-unit apartment building where they lived was destroyed by a massive fire on Friday Dec. 1, 2023. The Cicero Fire Department fought the blaze which lasted more than five hours, searching through the three-story building at 59th block of 16th Street to ensure everyone had escaped unharmed. The Town of [Learn More]

Cicero honors the Clergy Committee at special brunch

Cicero honors the Clergy Committee at special brunch The Cicero Clergy Committee was invited to a Thanksgiving Brunch hosted by Town President Larry Dominick and the Board of Trustees on Monday, November 20th at 9am. President Larry Dominick joined by his wife, First Lady Diana Dominick, and the Town Board welcomed members of the Town’s Clergy Committee at Mr. Stacks, located at 3064 S Cicero Ave. The morning was full of giving thanks and prayers. [Learn More]

Town President Larry Dominick and Cicero officials cut the ribbon on the new Portillo's restaurant at 33rd and Cicero Avenue Thursday November 2, 2023

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Newest Cicero Business – Portillo’s

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Newest Cicero Business – Portillo’s After years in the making, Cicero is now home to Portillo’s. On Thursday, November 2nd Town President Larry Dominick along with his wife Diana Dominick joined the newest business to open its doors in the beautiful Town of Cicero. Portillo’s opened up its brand new restaurant on 3300 S Cicero Ave. President Dominick is proud to have been able to finally welcome Portillo’s to his [Learn More]

Attendees at the CIcero Community Annual Family Halloween Party at the Cicero Community Center

Cicero families and children celebrate Halloween at the Community Center

Cicero families and children celebrate Halloween at the Community Center Hundreds of families and children enjoyed a celebration of Halloween at the Town of CIcero’s Trunk or Treat celebration that was heled at the Cicero Community Center. The Trunk or Treat event is a safe way for children to enjoy the popular holiday, collect candy and treats from participates and to do it inside the Town’s spacious Cicero Community Center without worrying about the. weather. [Learn More]

Seniors’ Halloween Party 2023

Seniors’ Halloween Party The Cicero Senior Center invited all the Seniors of Cicero to the annual Halloween Party. On Wednesday, October 25th seniors were asked to come dressed in their best costume and join all the spooky excitement at the Cicero Community Center. This year the seniors were able to participate in the first karaoke contest. Our very own Town President Larry Dominick took over the karaoke mic and delighted everyone by singing “My Way” [Learn More]

Town of CIcero hosts the Day of the Dead

Cicero celebrates the Day of the Dead

Cicero celebrates the Day of the Dead On Friday, October 28, 2023, at the Unity School in Cicero, the annual Day of the Dead celebration was held. The celebration, which has become a tradition in our community, is being held under the auspices of District 99, the Town of Cicero and the Mexican Cultural Committee of Cicero, in addition to the participation of The Cicero Public Library and sponsors that this year included Tortillería el [Learn More]

Cicero Health Department Hosts Mental Health workshop event for residents. Thursday Oct. 19, 2023

Hundreds turn out for Cicero Health Department Mental Health event

Hundreds turn out for Cicero Health Department Mental Health event Hundreds of Cicero residents enjoyed a relaxing and informative day at Cicero’s First Annual Mental Health Event. On Thursday, October 19 the Cicero Health Department along with the support of President Larry Dominick hosted a life improvement event. For the entire day the Cicero Community Center transformed into a stress-free zone. In the morning there was a mental health information session presented by Dr. Daniel [Learn More]

This Halloween, keep the scares off the road: “Make a plan, don’t drive impaired”

This Halloween, keep the scares off the road: “Make a plan, don’t drive impaired” Cicero wants you to have a SAFE Halloween. We also are hosting events we hope the community enjoys including a Trunk or Treat celebration on Monday Oct. 30, 2023 from 4:30 PM to 7 PM. Also be very mindful of children’s safety and commit to sober driving. The Cicero Police Department is cracking down on drunk and drugged driving The Cicero [Learn More]

Cicero Town President Larry Dominick and Cicero leadership testify at Illinois House Committee hearing on regional flooding issues

Cicero Town President Larry Dominick and Cicero leadership testify at Illinois House Committee hearing on regional flooding issues President Dominick: “This catastrophic event had a profound impact on our community…but despite the challenging circumstances, our community came together in a remarkable display of resilience and solidarity.” CICERO, Ill. – Today, Town of Cicero leadership testified in front of the Illinois House Energy and Environment Committee during a subject matter hearing titled “Protecting Chicagoland: Regional Solutions [Learn More]

President Dominick congratulates Tom Tomschin and Jose Alvarez for initiating program that received America in Bloom Award 2023

The Town of Cicero was recognized for beautification efforts at the 2023 America In Bloom Symposium

The Town of Cicero was recognized for beautification efforts at the 2023 America In Bloom Symposium The Town of Cicero was recognized for its efforts to beautify and plant new trees and strengthen the environment by a nationally recognized organization. Presentations were displayed at the Town of CIcero Board meeting Tuesday October 10, 2023. You can watch a video of the presentation below In 2022, the Town of Cicero received an America in Bloom CN [Learn More]