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Taste of Orland Park delivers big flavors and big entertainment
The Taste of Orland Park opened Friday with food, music and crowds, with another full weekend of entertainment still ahead.
Stahlak Park transformed into Worth’s newest gem
After four decades as open space, Stahlak Park reopened with Worth’s first pickleball courts, new amenities and heartfelt community celebration.
Village lauds KPGS Consulting for Brookfield Shops efforts
Brookfield village officials Monday commended KPGS Consulting for going above and beyond its contractual obligations to help shape Brookfield Shops at Progress Park,…
Brookfield mulls alley improvement plan as residents seek relief
Brookfield officials are considering an alley improvement program and a village resident is asking for a thorough evaluation of the condition and maintenance…
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Village wins $190K county grant for Brookfield Avenue rebuild study
The Village of Brookfield has secured a $190,000 grant to fund engineering work for a major street improvement project on Brookfield Avenue.
Duck Race parks fundraiser returns to Brookfield in September
Entries are already being accepted for the Brookfield Parks and Recreation Foundation’s annual Duck Race fundraiser, Saturday, Sept. 26, at Kiwanis Park.
Brookfield planning commission to review zoning update in August
The Brookfield Planning and Zoning Commission will review a new draft of the village’s zoning update Aug. 27, with the revised code expected to come…
Prep Sports
Nick Cronin, run-heavy Peotone aim to bounce back
Nick Cronin, Peotone’s leading rusher and receiver last season, is back to lead a senior-dominated team aiming to improve on a 3-6 finish.
Stagg’s Mo Farhan stars for Team Palestine in U18 basketball event
Mo Farhan averaged a double-double of 15.6 points and 12 rebounds for Team Palestine in a U18 event in early July in Amman, Jordan.
Mayhem
Felon found with gun and drugs
Christopher L. Dilworth, 34, was charged with aggravated possession of a weapon in a vehicle, being a felon in possession of…
Palos Hills police investigate $120K ruse burglary, make DUI arrest
Palos Hills police investigating ruse theft of valuable coins, cash, and make traffic arrests for DUI, license and registration violations.
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Stagg graduate, NBA veteran Max Strus returns for annual camp
Stagg graduate and NBA veteran Max Strus has donated $160,000 over the past year to a variety of causes through…
Area roundup: Palos Coyotes finish fourth in Legion state tourney
The Palos Post 1993 Coyotes had their third straight top-four finish at the American Legion senior state finals.
With Purdue offer in hand, Richards’ Pierre Ray Jr. set for two-way duty
After starring at safety last season, Richards’ Pierre Ray Jr. with also play wide receiver this fall.
McCook sweetens deal for Bears
A hotel, music theater, restauratns and gambling venue are part of the sweetened deal McCook is offering the Bears.
Former Crete-Monee, Beecher Muskies star Lucas Spence makes MLB debut
Barely two years after leaving college, Crete-Monee graduate Lucas Spence made his major-league debut for the Houston Astros.
Goode’s Aedan Cleveland ready for backfield spotlight
With record-setting back Quaylen Dobbs having graduated, Aedan Cleveland is ready to take over as Goode’s leading runner.
Speedy Aarien Lee eyes injury-free season for Shepard
Despite missing three games with a concussion, Aarien Lee piled up 877 total yards and nine touchdowns for Shepard last…
Boys basketball notebook: St. Laurence’s Markese Peoples raises recruiting profile
St. Laurence’s Markese Peoples and Lyons’ Grant Smith are among the local basketball players gaining traction with colleges.
The Maley Way: Ex-coach’s podcast addresses mental-health issues
Former college athlete and prep basketball coach Jim Maley is open about his mental-health journey on a podcast he hosts…
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Orland Park
Orland Fire names new engineer, lieutenant and battalion chief
The Orland Fire Protection District announced the promotions of three firefighters last week to the ranks of Engineer, Lieutenant and Battalion Chief.
Jim Cornelison to perform at Taste of Orland Park veterans tribute
Jim Cornelison, longtime national anthem singer for the Chicago Blackhawks, will perform at the annual Veterans Tribute on Saturday, Aug. 1.
Palos Heights
Trinity Christian College memories saved beyond the final goodbye
Ashley Nwaokolo preserves Trinity Christian College’s legacy with an immersive virtual experience allowing alumni to revisit campus memories for generations.
Palos Heights construction update says 127th Street bridge work will last into next year
Alderman Michael McGrogan reported that the city had received a report that the 127th Street bridge over the Cal-Sag channel…
Bridgeview
Power outage forces Fifth District Courthouse to reschedule all July 28 cases
A storm-related power outage has forced the Fifth Municipal District Courthouse in Bridgeview to reschedule all cases scheduled for July 28, according to an administrative…
Lyons Township hosts free Recycling Event
The Township of Lyons is holding its annual free recycling event Saturday, Aug. 1, from 9 a.m. to noon at SeatGeek Stadium, 7000 S. Harlem…
Worth
Worth Cruisers show off classic rides in weekly tradition
The car show usually draws large crowds and 150 entrants to the parking lot of Water’s Edge Golf Course, 7205…
Mayor praises workers for cleanup from June storms
Worth Mayor Mary Werner said the public works department deserves praise for cleaning up the village following two days of…
Evergreen Park
Saint Xavier University invites community to celebrate 180 years of history
Saint Xavier University celebrates 180 years of Mercy education with a community festival honoring its history, traditions, service and future.
Community connection is in the forecast for National Night Out
National Night Out events across the Southwest suburbs bring residents, police and firefighters together through family activities, safety programs and…
Burbank
Barbara Ann Koehn, 74
Barbara Ann Koehn, 74, of Peotone, died on July 27, 2026, at Riverside Hospital in Kankakee. Born at Silver Cross Hospital in Joliet…
Maple South Park renovations advance toward September reopening
Renovations at Brookfield’s Maple South Park continue toward a September reopening. Trustees approved grading and earthwork at this week’s village board meeting.
Oak Lawn
Remembering heroes through Oak Lawn’s powerful 9/11 Memorial
Oak Lawn Public Library program highlights the story behind “Heralds of 9/11” memorial with artist Erik Blome ahead of anniversary.
Oak Lawn police arrest six in retail theft, DUI, and assault casest Draft
Oak Lawn police arrested six people in late June and early July on charges including retail theft, drug possession, DUI, and assault.
Willow Springs
Willow Springs OKs Nolton Avenue sidewalk project with state ‘Safe Routes’ grant
Thanks to a grant program aimed at making students’ routes to school safer, youngsters attending Willow Springs School should have an easier walk…
Willow Springs trustees OK parks commissioner West to fill Posch vacancy
Wendy West was sworn in last week as Willow Springs’ newest village trustee, to fill the vacancy on the board left by Fred…
Summit
Illinois designates July 25 as Emmett Till Day
Governor J.B. Pritzker signed legislation Thursday establishing July 25 as a statewide day of reflection and…
Local Towns Plan National Night Out Events
Numerous police departments across the region are hosting National Night Out celebrations on Tuesday, Aug. 4,…
LaGrange
Patricia Metsch remembered for faith, family, humor and a life well-lived
Patricia Metsch, remembered for her humor, faith and devotion to family, leaves behind a legacy of…
La Grange pet parade returns May 30
Parade kicks off downtown celebration with new mascot and a hall of famer as honorary grand…
Palos Park
Update: Weather service says tornado touched down in Orland Park
Violent storms with 80 mph winds and possible tornado activity damage Orland Park, Palos Park and…
Palos Park officer’s daughter earns scholarship for academic achievement
Abby Winter earned a $500 SSACOP scholarship recognizing her academic achievement, community service and commitment to…
Justice
Justice police blotter july 22
JUSTICE Driving on a suspended license Jerry Bastida, 26, was pulled over at 5:48 a.m. July 10 at Archer and La Grange Road…
Bedalow sworn in as Justice deputy police chief
Michael Bedalow was sworn in as Justice’s deputy police chief at the village board meeting July 13, filling the vacancy left by Fred…
Brookfield
Brookfield’s Meet the Creek returning in October
The Brookfield Conservation Commission is preparing for its annual Meet the Creek event on Saturday, Oct. 3, at Creekside Woods.
Brookfield seeks voter approval for ‘tax-neutral’ rate increase on November ballot
Brookfield village trustees Monday night OK’d asking voters in November to approve a tax rate increase that officials explain is tax-neutral because it…
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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The Vedette began as a cornerstone of local journalism in Peotone, Illinois, in 1894 and expanded its reach.
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