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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
BEDS Plus breaks ground on $14M shelter at former Aloha Motel
BEDS Plus breaks ground on a $14 million renovation of a former South Side motel to create transitional shelter with supportive services for…
Blue Island man arrested for construction site burglary at Shepard High School
A Blue Island man was arrested this week in connection with a burglary at the construction site of a new fieldhouse at Shepard…
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.
Earth Day brings joy, purpose to local memory care residents
Spring doesn’t truly arrive at Grace Point Place until the gardening gloves come out and the soil is turned. That moment came to…
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Palos Park council approves long-awaited code changes
After years of going over them with a fine-tooth comb, the Palos Park Village Council was finally able to make the final comprehensive update to…
Casten tries to protect seniors from getting scammed
Too many senior citizens are falling for crypto currency scams, according to 6th District Congressman Sean Casten.
“Gifted” screening at SXU shows teen impact felt around the world
Today at Saint Xavier University, we witnessed the powerful impact of one family’s decision to give life through donation.
Prep Sports
Early injury couldn’t slow Grant Park’s Cheyenne Hayes
Cheyenne Hayes was told she’d never play softball again after breaking her hip as an 11-year-old. Now she’s a Division I recruit.
Vedette sports report: Allie Werner sets Peotone scoring record
Through last week, Peotone girls soccer senior Allie Werner had a program-record 103 career goals.
Mayhem
Tinley Park man arrested on suspended registration and fleeing warrants
George Sepsis, 43, arrested April 5 on warrants for suspended registration, no insurance, and failure to appear on fleeing and eluding…
Woman arrested for attempted theft of $1,200 in tools, resisting police
Graciela Aguilar, 60, arrested March 31 for attempting to steal nearly $1,200 in tools from Home Depot. She resisted arrest and…
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Alec Mendoza, Kennedy adjust to Public League’s top tier
Alec Mendoza, who transferred from Brother Rice to Kennedy last season, and his teammates are getting used to a higher…
Brothers Ryan, Collin Lawlor lead Marist past Nazareth
Collin Lawlor pitched a three-hitter and Ryan Lawler drove in two runs as Marist beat Nazareth 4-1 on April 13.
Area roundup: Matt Pennala, SXU volleyball eye national title
St. Xavier’s Matt Pennala, the reigning NAIA Player of the Year in men’s volleyball, wants to go out as a…
Mike Clark’s softball Top 5
The top two teams remain the same, but there’s movement elsewhere and a new team in the rankings.
Mike Clark’s baseball Top 5
Check out which team joined the rankings this week.
Four-sport star Blake Stefanek in home stretch for Reavis
Senior Blake Stefanek has played soccer, football, basketball and baseball for Reavis in addition to being a percussionist in the…
St. Rita’s Ryan Jones adds another position to his resume
Ryan Jones has found a home at first base for St. Rita after playing the other three infield positions and…
Loyola recruit Anna Bigenwald stands tall for Lyons soccer
Senior goalkeeper Anna Bigenwald had five shutouts in Lyons’ first eight games.
Isabella Lopez takes charge for Reavis soccer
Junior midfielder Isabella Lopez has a team-best four goals for Reavis, which has already equaled its win total from last…
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Orland Park
Orland Park man arrested after throwing items at police, injuring officer
Kyler Mrozck, 18, arrested March 31 after fighting in street. He threw items at police, injuring one officer’s leg before…
Orland Park woman charged after accident; had active DUI warrant
Teresa Gonzalez-Cruz, 22, charged April 8 with driving without insurance after parking lot accident. She had active warrant for DUI…
Palos Heights
Palos Heights Green Team unites community for Rid Litter Day
More than 30 volunteers joined Palos Heights Green Team for Rid Litter Day cleanup with citywide support and collaboration.
Local Vendors shine at Shepard Arts Crafts And Vendors Fair
More than 100 vendors and eager shoppers filled Shepard High School for a lively spring show supporting the band program.
Bridgeview
NITRO CIRCUS 2.0 TICKETS GO ON SALE FRIDAY FOR BRIDGEVIEW SHOW
Nitro Circus 2.0 brings elite action sports athletes and record-breaking stunts to Bridgeview’s SeatGeek Stadium on August 16. Tickets on sale Friday.
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…
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
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…
EPCHS students take on Chicago and bring home big honors
Evergreen Park students showcased communication and leadership skills at a Chicago career event, earning third place and top speaker honors.
Burbank
Orland Park man cited for disorderly conduct over expired coupon at Panera
Isam Aloran, 61, charged April 8 with disorderly conduct after throwing food at Panera Bread over expired coupon. Received lifetime restaurant ban.
Village Hall HVAC replacement moving forward with phased disruptions
The long-planned HVAC replacement at Orland Park Village Hall is moving forward. Work will begin soon in phases, with different sections of the…
Oak Lawn
Oak Lawn’s journalism team dominates sectional run to State
Oak Lawn Community High School journalism team won the sectional championship, qualifying 12 events and advancing to state competition.
Health Expo brings big energy to Oak Lawn
Oak Lawn’s Health and Safety Expo drew crowds with free screenings, vendors, raffles, shredding services and community resources at new pavilion.
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
Rid Litter Day unites volunteers across Palos Park
More than 50 volunteers, including Scout Troop 699, joined Palos Park’s Rid Litter Day to clean…
Palos Park mayor seeks residents help on stopping BUILD
Palos Park Mayor Nicole Milovich-Walters is concerned about the state’s BUILD initiative and is asking for…
Justice
Local Lions clubs honor teachers, veterans, first responders
The awards celebrate educators, first responders, and community members whose service has shaped the area.
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.
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
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.
Man dies in fiery Archer Heights crash
A man was killed Saturday night after he was speeding down Pulaski Road in Archer Heights and crashed into another car.
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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