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Orland Park Kiwanis donation helps Moraine Valley students build careers
Orland Park Kiwanis Club donated $15,000 to Moraine Valley Foundation, funding scholarships for 28 career program students in trades.
Moraine Valley ranks among nation’s best for veterans
Moraine Valley Community College earned national Top 10 Military Friendly Gold status for helping veterans successfully transition from military service to college.
Saint Xavier University earns College of Distinction recognition for 11th straight year
Saint Xavier University earned College of Distinction honors for the 11th consecutive year, including new recognition for outstanding transfer student support.
New mural at Oak Lawn Pavilion captures community spirit of Fourth of July tradition
A new mural at the Oak Lawn Pavilion celebrates the community’s beloved Fourth of July fireworks tradition while showcasing hometown pride.
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Bridgeview police disperse large fireworks crowd at Harlem and 84th Street
Trouble erupted Saturday night, July 4, in Bridgeview along Harlem Avenue near 84th Street, where a large gathering of people had assembled to set off…
After weeks of storms, South Side looks to summer activities: Kathy Headley
For the past two weeks, we have been talking about the torrential rains that fell here 50 years ago and comparing them to all the…
Fireworks fun and frustration, Senior Happy 250 Party: Peggy Zabicki
I hope everyone had a safe and happy Fourth of July. I spent the day at a family picnic just outside Chicago. It was peaceful and…
Prep Sports
After picking Northern Illinois, Sandburg’s Lucas Matykiewicz to focus on senior year
Lucas Matykiewicz caught 21 passes for 246 yards and two touchdowns for Sandburg’s Class 8A playoff qualifier last fall.
Kendall Meyers, Marist turn the page after last season’s state-title run
Kendall Meyers, a rising senior guard with four Division I offers, is the lone starter back from Marist’s Class 4A state champions.
Mayhem
Knife assault, milk theft, spitting on officers: 8th District Chicago police blotter
Eight people face charges in separate 8th District incidents including aggravated assault, domestic battery, weapons possession, and retail theft.
State Rep. Rashid blasts ICE arrests at Bridgeview Courthouse
State Rep. Abdelnasser Rashid (D-Bridgeview) is calling ICE arrests at the Bridgeview Courthouse this week “a gross violation of the U.S.…
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Area roundup: Fire sign international star Robert Lewandowski
Robert Lewandowski, who has scored more than 700 goals in international competition, has signed with the Chicago Fire and could…
Nazareth’s Jaden Fauske sets triples record for White Sox farm team
In his first season with Single-A Kannapolis, Nazareth graduate Jaden Fauske has set a franchise-record with eight triples.
Chicago Bears Hallmark movie needs local extras
Hallmark Media, the NFL, and Skydance Sports are casting extras for the film, which will shoot July 7 and 8…
Nazareth’s Landon Thome is Southwest Regional Baseball Player of the Year
Florida State commit and MLB Draft prospect Landon Thome hit .532 with a .623 on-base percentage and a 1.054 slugging…
Jim Thome liked his swing, but Aiden McGovern now focused on pitching
Hall of Famer Jim Thome complimented Aiden McGovern’s swing when he was 10, but now he’s a college pitcher.
Area roundup: Marist’s Jack Brannigan gets quick taste of MLB life
Former Marist star Jack Brannigan joined the Pittsburgh Pirates for one day before returning to Double-A Altoona.
After filling in last fall, Damian Feret set to step up as Curie’s starting quarterback
Rising junior quarterback Damian Feret of Curie made some big plays when subbing for injured starter Gabe Taylor last season.
Position switch pays off with Illinois commitment for St. Laurence’s Sean Rice
After moving from defensive end to linebacker, St. Laurence’s Sean Rice picked up five Big Ten offers and committed to…
Vedette sports report: Beecher softball duo named to All-State first team
Northern Illinois recruit Makenzie Johnson and Colgate recruit Taylor Norkus represent Beecher on the Class 2A All-State first team.
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Orland Park
Orland Park to host Independence Day celebration
The Village of Orland Park invites residents and visitors to celebrate America’s 250th birthday Saturday, July 4.
Orland Park shows off planning initiatives at community open house
To manage this evolution, the village administration partnered with the urban planning and design firm Houseal Lavigne to draft a…
Palos Heights
Palos Heights celebrates Independence Day with annual parade
Thousands lined Harlem Avenue as Palos Heights celebrated Independence Day with its annual parade led by grand marshal Mayor Bob…
Classic Cars will be cruising back into Palos Heights
Hundreds of vintage vehicles, live music, food and family fun return to downtown Palos Heights for the annual Classic Car…
Bridgeview
Cook County reassesses Stickney Township properties; appeals due August 12
Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi has released initial assessments for residential and commercial properties across Stickney Township, affecting homeowners and business operators in Stickney, Forest…
Bridgeview carnival set for July 2-5 at SeatGeek Stadium
Four-day carnival with free live music, rides, and food runs July 2-5 at Bridgeview’s SeatGeek Stadium.
Worth
Towns clean up after ‘double whammy’ of storms whip area
An EF-2 tornado last week left devastation in its wake from Hickory Hills to Midway Airport, according to the National…
Worth Touch-a-Truck draws crowds for hands-on excitement
Families explored trucks, enjoyed games and inflatables, and splashed through a foam pit during Worth’s annual Touch-a-Truck event.
Evergreen Park
From newsroom to gallery: Kelly White captures the heart of America
Kelly White’s America 250 exhibit celebrates the nation’s anniversary through portraits, community moments, and reflections on everyday American life.
Oak Lawn, Evergreen Park celebrate Fourth of July with parades
Celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States is worthy of not just one parade, but two. The annual Evergreen…
Burbank
Summit Park District, Village hold 3rd of July celebration
Stormy weather nearly derailed the annual holiday celebration at Summit Park on Saturday, but organizers moved up the fireworks and the show went…
Active shooter drill brings police, fire, school staff together in Summit
School District 104 and emergency responders from three agencies conducted a school shooter training exercise at Graves Elementary School.
Oak Lawn
Palos Park man charged with $75 million in Medicaid fraud
Daniel Robinson, 51, was charged June 18 with two counts of healthcare fraud in a criminal complaint made public in U.S. District Court on Tuesday.
Oak Lawn man sentenced to 50 years for Summit man’s murder
An Oak Lawn man has been sentenced to 50 years in prison for the August 12, 2020, murder of Johnny Portalatin, Summit police said.
Willow Springs
Drunk driver hits Willow Springs squad car and flees
Willow Springs squad car struck by drunken driver who sped away and was chased.
Men with sledgehammers break into Bonnie’s Dining & Banquets
Burglars stolen two cash boxes from four gaming machines at a Willow Springs business early June 5.
Summit
Summit Library’s Summer Reading Program features dinosaurs
Dinosaur fossils took over Summit Public Library on Wednesday, June 24, as part of the library’s…
Summit Park Father’s Day car show draws hundreds, celebrates community and car culture
The annual Father’s Day car show at Summit Park on Saturday brought together more than 200…
LaGrange
La Grange pet parade returns May 30
Parade kicks off downtown celebration with new mascot and a hall of famer as honorary grand…
Lyons Township High School honored at Governor’s Blue Ribbon Schools ceremony
Lyons Township High School was one of only 28 schools statewide to receive the inaugural Illinois…
Palos Park
Palos Park police join LaGrange Road speeding crackdown
Palos Park residents have complained of speeders and loud vehicles in the area, especially on LaGrange…
Palos Park cites police officers for saving woman’s life
Two Palos Park police officers tag-teamed to save a woman’s life in May and on June…
Justice
Justice Chamber celebrates America’s 250th a week early
The Justice Chamber of Commerce brought the Fourth of July celebration to town on Saturday, June 27, with hot dogs, hamburgers, bingo, raffles,…
Driving with a dog, late to work, overweight loads: Justice police blotter
Truck driver gets four tickets A 37-year-old man was cited for four violations after police pulled him over at 78th Avenue and 87th…
Brookfield
Brookfield approves dispensary despite opposition
The village board on June 22 voted 5-0 to approve a special use permit for a cannabis dispensary at 9500 Ogden Avenue, moving…
Brookfield to rededicate Liberty Bell replica
Brookfield will rededicate its replica Liberty Bell on July 4, 2026, as the Independence Day parade ends and before the party in the…
Archer Heights – Chicago
City Council hears from youth: Invest in neighborhoods, not punishment
At a hearing on Chicago’s teen gatherings, young people and researchers challenge enforcement-focused policies, pointing to evidence that community investment —…
Rhine VFW hosts annual dog and cat adoption event
The Rhine VFW Post 2729 filled with potential adopters, supply vendors, and rescue animals Friday as the Regarding Rainey Non-Profit Dog…
OPINIONS
The pope from Chicago who couldn’t update his bank account info
Video: South Side priest shares the story of how the pope got disconnected by his bank, and what it reveals about the man who leads 1.4 billion Catholics.
St. Patrick’s Day brings a glimmer of hope during dark times
St. Patrick’s Day, celebrated on March 17, honors the patron saint of Ireland, a 5th-century Christian missionary who brought Christianity to the pagan Irish.
School districts must be accountable to public
Schools are important. But administrators don’t have the same sense of accountability to taxpayers that other governments like villages have.
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