Operation Santa Claus held Dec. 20 in Chicago Ridge is an annual tradition going back 61 years in the village.
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Snow adds magic to Chicago Ridge holiday tree lighting
The snowfall added to the Christmas atmosphere for the Chicago Ridge Holiday Tree Lighting festivities held Sunday evening, Nov. 30.
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Chicago Ridge to name street to honor late Trustee Brad Grove
The Chicago Ridge Village Board unanimously approved a plan Oct. 21 to name a street in honor of former Trustee Brad Grove, who died Sept. 27.
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Anita Cummings retiring after 40 years leading United Business Association of Midway
After 40 years at the helm, Anita Cummings is retiring from her leadership role in the United Business Association of Midway.
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Murder suspect arrested after fatal shooting on Fairfield
Maynor Vasquez Gomez, 26, of Hegewisch, was charged with first-degree murder in a fatal shooting Oct. 12 in the 6400 block of South Spaulding Avenue.
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Garcia pledges to fight for families at Burbank town hall
U.S. Rep. Jesús “Chuy” Garcia (D-4th) held his first Burbank town hall Aug. 26 at City Hall, drawing a near-capacity crowd.
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Police charge 4 drivers with aggravated speeding
Four drivers face aggravated speeding charges after separate traffic stops in Oak Lawn this month, according to police.
Posted inReporter Mayhem
Burglars hit three Roberts Road businesses overnight
Four men broke into three businesses along Roberts Road early May 28, leaving behind shattered glass but no confirmed thefts.
Posted inReporter New News
Chicago Ridge Board honors retiring police officer
The Chicago Ridge Village Board celebrated the long career of Police Officer Ken Norbut and his K-9 officer Thor with a retirement ceremony March 25.
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Chicago Ridge trustees approve gaming license for Amoco gas station
After multiple failed attempts, Amoco station managers secured a gaming license from the Chicago Ridge Village Board on a 4-2 vote.