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2026 ELECTIONS
Looming Supreme Court decision could change Illinois mail-in voting
The Supreme Court could limit mail-in ballots from being counted after in-person voting ends even if they are postmarked by Election Day.
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.
OUR TOP NEWS
Orland Park’s therapy dog Holly among first to be certified
Holly and Officer Przislicki graduated as part of the nation’s first Crisis Response Therapy Canine Certification Program.
Hodgkins honors transformative mayor Noel Cummings
Hodgkins honors former mayor who transformed village from rust-belt town to commercial hub. Noel Cummings was 98.
Mother’s Day Walk fuels Moraine Valley students’ path to graduation
A Mother’s Day walk in Palos Park raises funds to help Moraine Valley students finish degrees through the Last Mile Scholarship.
Kitchen classroom turns life skills into real-world confidence
Color-coded kitchen at Amos Alonzo Stagg High School helps students with special needs build independence, confidence and real-world job skills daily.
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Apartment complex to replace Gaynor building
The huge three-story Gaynor building, which occupied that spot since 1924, had fallen into such disrepair that it could not be renovated.
Bedford Park Fire Department opens doors for first community open house in 8 years
Saturday’s event drew families for car seat installations, K-9 demo, and fire safety education.
Custom-built ambulance gives Summit firefighters room to work
Fire department solves cramped quarters problem with tailored design.
Prep Sports
Josiah Saucedo, Solorio celebrate heritage in Latino Baseball Classic
Josiah Saucedo pitched a three-hitter and drove in three runs as Solorio beat Kennedy 11-1.
Mount Carmel baseball coach Brian Hurry hits 700 wins — and counting
Veteran Mount Carmel coach Brian Hurry had 705 career wins through last week.
Mayhem
Update: Person of interest held in death of Orland Park man, 77
Orland Park police have a person of interest in custody in the homicide of a 77-year-old man found dead in his…
79-year-old causes multiple crashes with blood-alcohol level nearly triple legal limit
A 79-year-old Oak Lawn driver caused multiple crashes while driving with a blood-alcohol level nearly triple the legal limit, police said.…
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Anton Saletros ends drought, but Fire falls in U.S. Open Cup
Anton Saletros scored his first goal for the Fire in a 2-1 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup loss to St.…
Crete-Monee’s Derrin Couch chases his sophomore form
Crete-Monee senior Derrin Couch, who missed most of last season recovering from a broken leg, wants to get back to…
Vedette sports report: Beecher softball moves to 20-0
Colgate recruit Taylor Norkus pitched a one-hitter in the opener as Beecher swept Route 1 rival Grant Park on April…
Area roundup: SXU men’s volleyball finishes second in NAIA again
It was a wild weekend for the St. Xavier athletic program regarding the NAIA nationals. SXU’s men’s volleyball team finished…
Mike Clark’s baseball Top 5
See which team is new to the rankings this week.
Mike Clark’s softball Top 5
Check out which team joined the rankings this week.
Louisville recruit Cory Les never comes up short for St. Laurence
After bouncing around several positions for last year’s Class 3A state champs, St. Laurence’s Cory Les has settled in aty…
Mother McAuley’s Calli Edwards follows mom’s path
Mother McAuley career scoring leader Calli Edwards plans to become a college athlete and special education teacher like her mom.
Sister act: Ellie, Kayla Holmstrom share family bond at Marist
Senior Ellie Holmstrrom, a Saint Louis recruit, has a familiar teammate at Marist: her freshman sister Kayla.
Your Town. Our Beat!
Orland Park
Son charged with murder in Orland Park man’s death
The son of a 77-year-old man found dead Wednesday in his Orland Park home has been charged with first-degree murder,…
Chic frames and big mission Warby Parker opens in Orland Park
Warby Parker opens in Orland Park offering affordable eyewear eye exams and community impact while eliminating the need to travel…
Palos Heights
Palos Heights sours on Illinois’ proposed BUILD project
Add Palos Heights to the list of those who are not in favor of the state’s controversial BUILD initiative.
Biggby Coffee celebrates one year in Palos Heights
Biggby Coffee in Palos Heights celebrated its first anniversary Wednesday with a daylong event featuring live music, drink specials, and…
Bridgeview
Matcha Fest is coming to Seat Geek Stadium May 16
Matcha Fest is coming to SeatGeek Stadium on May 16 — a wellness-focused gathering built around the shade-grown green tea powder that’s become a cultural…
Chicago Hounds start 2026 season undefeated
The Chicago Hounds have won their first three games of the 2026 Major League Rugby season, outscoring opponents 131-69 to begin their campaign at SeatGeek Stadium in…
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 farm to table: Local markets return with flavor and fun
Farmers markets return across the Southland, offering fresh produce, baked goods and community connection at weekly outdoor gatherings through October.
Beverly Phono Mart spins the party for Record Store Day
Beverly Phono Mart celebrates Record Store Day at a pop-up location with discounts, DJs, and vinyl releases after storefront crash…
Burbank
Stickney Forest View Library welcomes new trustee
The Stickney Forest View Public Library District swore in new Trustee Juan Campos at its April 22 board meeting, filling a seat vacated…
Lyons Township residents shred sensitive documents to prevent identity theft
Free quarterly program draws steady stream of vehicles on Saturday. See when future events are scheduled.
Oak Lawn
Heather McCarthy’s dream library opens in Zimbabwe this June
Oak Lawn librarian Heather McCarthy won a global Women Changing the World Award for building libraries in Zimbabwe and inspiring students to become…
Chicago man arrested for Oak Lawn bar burglary
A Chicago man has been arrested for breaking into video gaming machines at Just My Luck Bar in December, Oak Lawn police said…
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
3 injured during Ingredion fire in Bedford Park
Two workers and a Bridgeview firefighter were injured in a fire Friday morning at the Bedford…
For third year, Summit Senior Living crowns prom royalty
Delores Brassfield and Oscar Hamilton were crowned king and queen at Summit Senior Living’s annual “Prom…
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
Pollinator Palooza brings buzz and beauty to Palos Park
Pollinator Palooza drew gardeners to Palos Park with expert advice, local vendors and inspiration to support…
Glamour Meets Giving: McCord Gala Goes Full Gatsby
McCord Gallery launched its annual gala with a 1920s-inspired theme, honoring past success while rallying support…
Justice
Wilkins students get real-world civics lesson by running village board
Eight Wilkins Junior High students voted on real village business at the Justice Village Board meeting, learning how local government actually works.
Local Lions clubs honor teachers, veterans, first responders
The awards celebrate educators, first responders, and community members whose service has shaped the area.
Brookfield
Brookfield sewage backup damages home, village denies responsibility
Sewage backup floods Brookfield home after village’s water line project. Repairs cost $26,000. Village denies responsibility.
Brookfield fifth-graders win state basketball championship in triple overtime
The Brookfield Junior Bulldogs fifth-grade team won the state gold division championship, defeating their opponent 38-36 in triple overtime. The Brookfield Junior Bulldogs…
Archer Heights – Chicago
Student artists bring personal projects to life at SXU
Saint Xavier University seniors presented Built from What We Were Given thesis projects, showcasing personal stories through art, design, film and…
Work begins on new Women’s Health Group building
Community stakeholders helped break ground last Friday on a new Women’s Health Group building at 5333 S. Harlem.
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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