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Worth Park District board members earn top state recognition
Worth Park District board members earn Master Level recognition from IAPD, marking first time all five achieve this prestigious honor.
Mayor ignores public safety on Southwest Side, says Quinn
Ald. Marty Quinn and other officials want the city to split the 8th District into two districts because of its size and population.
Gifted Docuseries showcases the courage behind organ donation
Gifted Docuseries premiered to an emotional audience, honoring donor heroes and inspiring lifesaving conversations about organ donation nationwide.
1 man dies, 1 hurt in shooting at Bridgeview pool hall
One man was killed and a second man was wounded during an early morning shootout in the parking lot of a Bridgeview pool…
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Quinn says mayor’s hemp ban veto defies logic
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson’s veto of a city hemp ban has its chief sponsor, Ald. Marty Quinn, wondering why.
Heights Cycle spins into four years of fitness and community
Heights Cycle celebrates four years in Palos Heights with classes, music, awards, raffles, and community-focused workouts for all fitness levels.
Pticek’s Bakery celebrates Paczki Day
The line stretched around the block before Pticek & Sons Bakery opened at 5 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 15, with customers eager to grab the traditional…
Prep Sports
Mount Carmel’s Liam Kelly, Marist’s Ethan Sonne win wrestling state titles
Mount Carmel’s Liam Kelly won his second title after getting a court order allowing his return to the state series.
Justin Oliver, Curie win another Public League title
Curie won its second Public League title in three seasons and its fourth since 2014.
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 boys basketball Top 5
See which teams joined the rankings this week.
Mike Clark’s girls basketball Top 5
Check out updates on the area’s top teams.
Quinn Arundel rallies Mother McAuley past Andrew in regional final
Quinn Arundel scored 29 points as Mother McAuley came from 12 points down to beat Andrew 65-56 for a Class…
Stella Sakalas, Nazareth roll to regional title
BYU recruit Stella Sakalas scored 31 points as Nazareth beat Young 58-36 in the Class 4A Hancock Regional final.
Avery Allen, District 230 gymnasts take seventh at state
Sandburg sophomore Avery Allen quit club gymnastics to join the District 230 co-op team, and enjoyed the new envoronment.
Chicago Fire aim to build on breakthrough season
The Fire made the MLS playoffs for just the third time in 16 seasons and hosted their first postseason game…
Area roundup: Sandburg, Brother Rice athletes named Academic All-State
Sandburg’s Meghan Donnell and Brother Rice’s Matthew Pikus are two of just 26 Academic All-State selections by the IHSA.
Evergreen Park’s historic season ends in regional final
Evergreen Park won a program-record 26 games and ended a long conference title drought.
Richards’ Ulyssa Garcia finishes sixth at state bowling
Defending champ Ulyssa Garcia gutted out another medal after suffering an ankle injury on the first day at state.
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Orland Park
Whiteboard tables spark surge in student success at Sandburg
Whiteboard tables in Sandburg’s Honors Math 1 classroom helped boost student test scores by 4.57% while building confidence and collaboration.
Christmas Without Cancer opens first physical location
Christmas Without Cancer opens its first physical location in Orland Park, providing year-round support and memorable experiences for local families.
Palos Heights
Zelda’s Kitchen Witches celebrate years of dedication from retiring volunteer
Linda Parduhn retires from Zelda’s Kitchen Witches board after years of service. Kelly Angel-Galmines joins bringing experience and passion.
Spreading positivity at Stagg, one brick at a time
Stagg High School’s Social Action Club created a Kindness Wall, inviting students to share affirmations and build a supportive community.
Bridgeview
Trump administration denies Illinois FEMA appeal
Federal Emergency Management Agency has officially denied the state’s appeal for a major disaster declaration following severe storms, straight-line winds, and flooding that impacted southwest…
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.
Worth
Worth Park District’s Rebecca Roberts named Rising Star
Worth Park District Commissioner Rebecca Roberts received the Illinois Association of Park Districts’ Rising Star Award at a statewide conference…
Veteran Worth trustee decides to retire
The Worth Village Board marked the new year with appreciation for Trustee Pete Kats, who is retiring after nearly 20…
Evergreen Park
Abbey Murphy’s hometown erupts as USA wins Olympic gold
A crowd estimated by a waitress at “275-ish” burst into a deafening roar Thursday at Barraco’s Pizza when the American…
Wolf’s Bakery becomes Fat Tuesday hot spot in Evergreen Park
Wolf’s Bakery celebrated Paczki Day with 18 flavors, early morning lines, and a festive community atmosphere in Evergreen Park.
Burbank
Friday Fish Fry returns to Stony Creek for the Lenten Season
Stony Creek Golf Course revives its Friday Night Fish Fry tradition in Oak Lawn, serving cod and perch throughout Lent.
Marilyn R. “Mert” Schutt, 96
Marilyn R. “Mert” Schutt, nee Ellerie, age 96, beloved wife for 74 years to the late Andrew Schutt (2023), passed away peacefully.
Oak Lawn
Boz O’Brien leaves lasting legacy at Reilly’s Daughter
Boz O’Brien, founder of Reilly’s Daughter, died at 75, leaving a lasting legacy of fun, music, and South Side tradition.
Chicago Ridge train derailment snarls traffic, cancels Metra service
An early morning train derailment in Chicago Ridge has snarled traffic in that village and Oak Lawn as well as forcing Metra to…
Willow Springs
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…
Body found in Willow Springs identified as missing Justice man
The body found Saturday morning in a grassy area near Archer Avenue and La Grange Road has been identified as Christian Doss.
Summit
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…
Early morning thieves hit 2 Summit businesses
Two Summit businesses suffered broken windows when they were broken into early Thursday morning, Feb. 12,…
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
Cheers to the South Side brings nostalgia and neighborhood pride
“Cheers to the South Side” showcases Chicago pubs’ architecture and nostalgia, celebrating community, tradition, and enduring…
The Center hosts unforgettable folk afternoon with Mark Dvorak
Mark Dvorak thrilled The Center audience with heartfelt folk songs, stories, and reflections during the Luncheon…
Justice
Back to drawing board for street work in Justice
It’s back to the drawing board for Justice regarding a pavement and drainage project for 75th Street in Justice.
$550,000 Lucky Day Lotto ticket sold at Justice gas station
The ticket was purchased at the Exxon gas station located at 8359 S. Robert Road in Justice.
Brookfield
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.”
Da Bears, Da Zoo: How Brookfield Zoo shared game-day juju
The Bears hadn’t even kicked off yet Saturday night, but Brookfield Zoo Chicago was already in game mode.
Archer Heights – Chicago
Mercy Circle Nurse Honored with Prestigious DAISY Award
Mercy Circle’s Sandra Ramirez, LPN, receives prestigious DAISY Award for exceptional care, chosen from 25 senior communities across eight states.
Chicago artist turns gallery guests into living art
Chicago-based musician, DJ, producer, and artist Gabriel Palomo performs during the opening reception for Nat Soti’s exhibition at the Beverly Arts…
OPINIONS
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…
Ray Hanania: Trump’s hypocritical fake policies on fighting drug dealers
President Donald Trump has no moral spine when it comes to serving the public, but has a will of steel when it comes to serving himself.
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