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2026 ELECTIONS
Hernandez, Murphy win Cook County Board nominations
Miranda Hernandez and Patricia “Trish” Murphy won their primary races for Cook County Board seats in the 6th and 16th districts.
Casten readies for rematch with Conforti after win over Ruzevich
Sean Casten and Niki Conforti will battle it out for the 6th District Congressional seat for the second straight time in November.
Conforti readies for rematch with Casten in 6th Congressional District
In November, Niki Conforti will run against incumbent Sean Casten, who won his primary Tuesday night. It’s a rematch of 2024, won by Casten.
Hynes beats incumbent Kaegi in Democratic assessor primary
Lyons Township Assessor Pat Hynes, running as a reformer, defeated the former reform candidate Fritz Kaegi in Tuesday’s Democratic primary for Cook County Assessor.
OUR TOP NEWS
Farmer pitches farmland preservation plan to Manhattan
With developers in communities pitching projects from solar to data centers, warehouses, and other uses to local government, community members are speaking out,…
Grant Park streetscape ready to begin
Grant Park’s March 16 board meeting was brief, but it was also the third Monday in a row the board met due to…
Beecher Elementary students ‘Learn Not to Burn’
The Beecher Fire Protection District has just completed its six-month Learn Not to Burn program – a first for the district – aimed…
Pollinator Palooza to buzz into Palos Park with gardening tips, expert speakers
Pollinator Palooza brings expert advice, vendors and inspiration to Palos Park, helping gardeners create vibrant habitats for bees, butterflies and birds.
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Green Garden advances incorporation discussion
Green Garden Township officials earlier this month approved a resolution authorizing information-gathering about incorporation as a rural district.
Beecher ponies up $10K for Firemen’s Park
The Village of Beecher agreed to kick in $10,000 for repairs to a baseball field at Firemen’s Park.
Chicago creator honors community with collaborative art exhibition
Chicago artist Brian Sykes presents a collaborative exhibition at Beverly Arts Center highlighting the Black experience through music, storytelling, and visual art.
Prep Sports
TCU commit Blake Ragsdale sparks Lyons from leadoff spot
Blake Ragsdale had a tough freshman season at the plate and in the field, but he turned a corner last spring.
Cadyn Kummer sets tone for new-look Evergreen Park
Senior pitcher/first baseman Cadyn Kummer is one of just three starters back for Evergreen Park baseball.
Mayhem
Chicago homicides hit lowest level since 1965
Chicago homicides hit lowest level since 1965 with 416 deaths, down 29% from 2024.
Car slams into beloved Beverly record shop on New Year’s Day
A car crashed into Beverly Phono Mart early New Year’s Day, damaging the popular Southwest Side record store.
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Mike Clark’s baseball Top 5
Check out updates on the area’s top teams.
Mike Clark’s softball Top 5
See which team joined the rankings this week.
Roosevelt recruit Giovanni Longo, Sandburg continue hot start
Giovanni Longo’s walk-off double against Marist helped Sandburg baseball stay unbeaten.
Stagg grad TJ McFarland calls it a career after 13 MLB seasons
Reliever TJ McFarland, the first Stagg graduate to reach the major leagues, pitched in 460 games with five teams.
Freshman Khloe Grasso, Sandburg girls soccer aim to turn page
Freshman Khloe Grasso is part of an infusion of new talent for Sandburg girls soccer, which is coming off a…
Lewis recruit Brody Lee-Caracci stays cool for Lyons volleyball
Brody Lee-Caracci’s even-keel approach helped Lyons boys volleyball win the Argo Invitational.
Area roundup: Tennis a family affair for Richards’ Karczewski brothers
Joshua Karczewski helped Richards boys tennis win a conference title last spring, and now he’s got a familiar teammate: his…
Mike Clark’s baseball Top 5
Check out who’s No. 1 in the first rankings of the spring.
Mike Clark’s softball Top 5
An unbeaten team leads the initial rankings of the season.
Your Town. Our Beat!
Orland Park
Orland Park shifts summer concerts from headliners to tribute bands
Trustees have agreed to continue using the state-of-the-art bandshell at Centennial Park West for a series of free summer concerts.…
Dodge signals a new era of collaboration for Orland Park
Orland Park Mayor Jim Dodge used his first State-of-the-Village address Tuesday to signal a shift toward collaboration and economic development,…
Palos Heights
Palos Heights Police Department Swaps Badges for Swimsuits in Polar Plunge
Palos Heights Police Department joined community members March 28 in a polar plunge that raised more than $5,000 for Special…
P.E.O. Chapter transforms women’s lives through education and scholarships
P.E.O. Chapter KR in Palos Heights supports women’s education through scholarships, grants and community service, continuing a 150-year legacy of…
Bridgeview
Gofundme started for Bridgeview hit-and-run victim
A gofundme campaign has been started for the Chicago man killed early Sunday when he was hit by a car while crossing Harlem Avenue in…
Man dies in Bridgeview hit-and-run
A Chicago man was struck and killed early Sunday as he was crossing the 7100 block of Harlem Avenue in Bridgeview, police said.
Worth
Worth approves multi-use path extension
Construction will soon begin for the extension of a multi-use path along the Cal-Sag Canal in Worth.
Second teen charged with Oak Lawn, Worth video gaming break-ins
A second Chicago teen has been arrested in connection with a rash of burglaries targeting Oak Lawn and Worth businesses…
Evergreen Park
From Wojo’s to The Submarine Factory: New Era Begins
A longtime sandwich shop reopens as The Submarine Factory, where the Romero family brings fresh energy, classic favorites and popular…
Mom’s Facebook post becomes nonprofit lifeline for struggling families
Olivia DeSmit launched Be The Village nonprofit after struggling to find support as a new mother. Now it delivers meals,…
Burbank
Daniel S. Michalak
Daniel S. Michalak died March 28, 2026.
Moraine Valley proves college dreams start close to home
Moraine Valley celebrates Community College Month, highlighting affordable pathways, career training and transfer opportunities while inviting the community to explore campus programs.
Oak Lawn
Oak Lawn Community High School honors star staff members
Four Oak Lawn Community High School staff members were honored for dedication, innovation and excellence during a District 229 board meeting.
Joe & Franks to close after 50 years in Oak Lawn
Oak Lawn meat shop Joe & Franks closing after 50 years, ending family-run tradition of sausages and smoked meats and delicacies.
Willow Springs
No Kings protesters rally in west suburbs
Indivisible West Suburban Chicago organized the rally Saturday that attracted an estimated 1,400 to Western Springs.
Third-grader wins Willow Springs vehicle sticker contest
Madison Corella, a third-grader, has won the contest to design the 2026 vehicle stickers in Willow Springs.
Summit
Argo threat notice was a false alarm
Summit Police responded to Argo High School after the dispatch center received an automated call of…
Local Lions clubs honor teachers, veterans, first responders
The awards celebrate educators, first responders, and community members whose service has shaped the area.
LaGrange
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…
Orland Park man charged in fatal LaGrange Highlands stabbing
Orland Park man to face murder charge in death of 16-year-old girl in LaGrange Highlands apartment…
Palos Park
“Heavy Heart” farewell as Stony Point Pub closes doors in Palos Park
Stony Point Pub in Palos Park closed March 29, citing industry challenges while thanking loyal customers…
Patriotic Pride Fills McCord Gallery as Veterans Honored in Style
Veterans were honored with art, music and recognition as McCord Gallery closed its exhibit with a…
Justice
Argo honors 13 alumni for distinguished achievements
Argo Community High School honored 13 alumni Feb. 5 for their professional achievements and contributions to their communities.
Summit residents say Hands off Argo Park
A special meeting was called for a community discussion about possible improvements and a potential partnership involving Argo Park and adjacent Argo Community…
Brookfield
García delivers fed dollars for Forest View, Brookfield, Summit and Stickney community projects
More than $13 million in direct federal funding is coming to benefit 15 organizations on Chicago’s Southwest Side and southwestern suburbs.
Brookfield Zoo becomes a movie set: Penguins, Polar Bears, and all
For eight days in December, Brookfield Zoo Chicago turned into a movie set for filming of the feature-length film “Christmas at the Zoo.”
Archer Heights – Chicago
SBA opens disaster loan centers for August storms
Residents and businesses damaged by August 2025 storms can apply for federal disaster loans at SBA centers across Chicago and six…
Comings & Goings: Zemsky’s to close Chicago and Evergreen Park stores
Zemsky’s announced last week that it has begun inventory liquidation sales at both locations, at 4181 S. Archer Ave. in Chicago…
OPINIONS
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.
I can no longer give Trump the benefit of the doubt
I have completely changed my attitude about the president. I was willing to give him the benefit of the doubt, recognizing that his big mouth often got in the way of some…
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