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Ganesh Chaturthi, a Hindu festival honoring Lord Ganesha, was celebrated at the Oak Park home of Preeti Motwani. The 10-day observance involves decorations, prayers, and food, offering an opportunity to share Indian culture with neighbors. More than 100 guests attended one gathering to view the elaborate setup.
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The village government's Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion hosted a panel discussion on local zoning history. Experts covered over 100 years of zoning, discussing its origins as both a public safety tool and a means of exclusion. The event provided context for proposed changes to single-family zoning.
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Oak Park Neighbors United has formed to argue against a referendum question regarding repealing laws banning state investment in businesses that boycott Israel. The group states the referendum is discriminatory and divisive, suggesting it distracts from local issues like housing and healthcare.
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