Chicago police charged a 17-year-old juvenile with first-degree murder last week for allegedly shooting an 18-year-old.
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Alderman Curtis to hold meeting on Ford City future
Ald. Derrick Curtis (18th) is planning a community meeting in August to discuss concerns about a proposed purchase of Ford City Mall.
National Night Out celebrations return on August 5
Neighborhoods across the Southwest Side and southwest suburbs will again celebrate first responders at National Night Out next week.
Residents clean up after two-punch storm wallops southwest suburbs
A two-punch storm rocked the southwest suburbs and Southwest Side neighborhoods last week that knocked down trees, collapsed construction in Bedford Park, and flooded streets and basements that residents are still cleaning up.
Cook County Sheriff’s Office alerts public to phone scam
Cook County Sheriff’s Office alerts public to phone scam claiming to be an officer demanding payment for old warrants.
Dems revolt at slating meeting: Skip Senate race, pick Hynes over Kaegi
Cook County Dems refuse to endorse a U.S. Senate candidate, reject top pick for Comptroller, and endorse challenger over Fritz Kaegi.
Quinn opposes granny flat expansion in bungalow belt
The Chicago City Council Zoning Committee last week approved amendments to a 2020 ordinance that will allow citywide construction of additional dwelling units (so-called granny flats) in single-family home basements or attics. The 13-7 vote on July 15, which still must receive full council approval, would expand construction from only certain areas of the city. […]
Lyons Township Repair Café helps residents fix, not toss, broken items
Lyons Township’s Repair Café offers free fixes, knife sharpening, and community connection through monthly volunteer-run events for residents.
Barney, Shango and Spider Monkeys Swing Into New Brookfield Exhibit
Brookfield Zoo recently unveiled its newest exhibit, the James & Elizabeth Bramsen Tropic Forests for apes and monkeys.
Hitz Boxing brings Boxing Under the Stars to Bridgeview
Get ready for a night of knockout action as Hitz Boxing brings Boxing Under the Stars to Bridgeview Saturday, July 19, at 6 p.m. Doors open at 5 p.m.
