Niles United

05/29/2026

NU volunteers joined Niles Village Trustee Craig Niedermaier for District 71’s first ever Bike Bus!!

05/27/2026

Mark your calendars!

04/22/2026

Ask Rep. Mike Kelly to support HB1429 because we need real solutions, not more punishment. You can email him at [email protected] and use this template.

Dear Rep. Kelly,

I am a constituent and live at.....

Across the state, local governments are passing ordinances that allow police to fine or arrest people simply for being homeless, creating even more barriers to finding housing and steady work.

Illinois now ranks second in the country, only behind California, in the number of cities adopting these policies. Rather than punishing people for their circumstances, communities should be investing in real solutions like housing and supportive services. Please support Rep. Olickal’s bill, HB 1429, to expand the Homelessness Bill of Rights and provide support, not punishment, for our most vulnerable neighbors.

Living outside exposes people to extreme weather, violence, illness and instability. Adding fines or jail time does not resolve those conditions.

04/15/2026

Huge win last night for our community and for the power of local action. So inspiring to see members of Niles United, Vision Morton Grove, Spotlight Park Ridge, and Action Ridge together for a common goal.

03/19/2026

03/19/2026

We’re so proud that Niles voted to keep the Niles Free Bus available for everyone in the community to use.

03/18/2026

The community OVERWHELMING voted to continue the Niles Free Bus service!

03/12/2026

Here are some of the things our neighbors said about the Niles Free Bus when the service was shut down. Vote YES on the referendum and spread the word!!! Early voting is available at village hall and election day is March 17th.

It's a lifeline for people that don't drive.

My goal for the year was joining the fitness center and the Niles Senior Center. Niles Free Bus would have been my transportation.

I used the Free Bus when it first started, and used it all the time when I was a teenager. Now I'm losing my sight and can't drive, and no Free bus that I loved so much? Seriously???

Many of us rely on this bus for many reasons.

It truly served a purpose in our community.

That's what my mother-in-law uses it for. No car, doesn't drive, limited income - no online ordering. We don't mind getting her groceries but she likes her independence.

I used to go to the library once a week, now it would take three buses to get there and half a day back and forth.

My son used the Free Bus to go to the Teen Center after school. Since the services was cut he hasn't been able to go. It was a way for him to be independent and it's a real shame that kids no longer have that available.

My elderly mother and aunt both moved here because of the bus service.

Niles United urges every resident to vote “YES” on the Free Bus referendum. For over fifty years, the Niles Free Bus has been more than just a service—it is a lifeline. By providing accessible transportation for seniors and neighbors with disabilities, the Free Bus ensures that no one in our community is left isolated. In fact, for many, this service is the primary reason they choose to call Niles home.

With over 700 daily riders, the bus serves as a vital artery connecting residents to civic resources, local shops, and regional transit. At a cost of just $21 per resident—a mere 0.5% of the village budget—the return on investment is undeniable. Best of all, this funding is already factored into your tax bill; a "YES" vote maintains this service without adding a new financial burden.

The Niles Free Bus is part of what makes Niles special; part of why we Love Niles. It represents our commitment to accessibility, local commerce, and each other. On election day, let’s protect the service that keeps Niles moving. Vote “YES” for the Free Bus—for our neighbors, for our economy, and for our future.

02/23/2026

Niles United urges every resident to vote “YES” on the Free Bus referendum. For over fifty years, the Niles Free Bus has been more than just a service—it is a lifeline. By providing accessible transportation for seniors and neighbors with disabilities, the Free Bus ensures that no one in our community is left isolated. In fact, for many, this service is the primary reason they choose to call Niles home.

With over 700 daily riders, the bus serves as a vital artery connecting residents to civic resources, local shops, and regional transit. At a cost of just $21 per resident—a mere 0.5% of the village budget—the return on investment is undeniable. Best of all, this funding is already factored into your tax bill; a "YES" vote maintains this service without adding a new financial burden.

The Niles Free Bus is part of what makes Niles special; part of why we Love Niles. It represents our commitment to accessibility, local commerce, and each other. On election day, let’s protect the service that keeps Niles moving. Vote “YES” for the Free Bus—for our neighbors, for our economy, and for our future.

02/19/2026

Illinois Workers in Action and Sanctuary Niles Township are hosting a workshop in Niles on Monday morning 3/2 for workers to come together to discuss what actions we should take now to compel our employers to prepare for the next CBP Blitz in Chicagoland and brainstorm strategies to keep each other safe.