The Justice Park District issued a request for donations, and Board of Commissioners President Carrie Bernardoni said the community’s response has been overwhelming.
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Hickory Hills, Bridgeview police take the plunge for Special Olympics
Hundreds of first responders and teachers braved freezing waters at the Manteno Polar Plunge, raising over $200K for Special Olympics Illinois in a record-breaking fundraiser.
Chilly temps can’t cool off Countryside St. Patrick’s celebration
Crowds braved the cold as Countryside’s annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade featured lively floats, Irish dancers, and community pride.
Soaring egg prices leave restaurant owners scrambling
Egg prices have soared due to the avian flu, forcing local restaurant owners to adjust prices, portions, and supply strategies to stay afloat.
Countryside selects queen for Saturday’s Irish parade
Kaitlin O’Brien, of La Grange, was crowned the St. Patrick’s Day Parade queen by deputy clerk Liz Cordova during Wednesday night’s meeting of the Countryside City Council.
Jerry Butler, Soul Legend and Longtime Cook County Commissioner, Dies at 84
Jerry Butler, the soul singer known as “The Iceman” and a longtime Cook County commissioner, has died at the age of 84. Butler’s smooth baritone voice made him a defining figure in R&B music, while his decades of public service left a lasting impact on the Chicago community. Born in Sunflower, Mississippi, Butler moved to […]
Stickney honors Trustee Savopoulos and his family
Stickney Mayor Jeff Walik and the Stickney Board of Trustees honored Trustee Sam Savopoulos for his dedication and service to the village.
Crime spree targets businesses on 63rd Street
Police believe the same man targeted businesses on 63rd Street last week. Three businesses in Summit and at least one in Chicago were hit.
UPDATE: Dozens of families left homeless after Justice apartment building fire
No injuries were reported after fire destroyed an apartment building in Justice and left dozens of families homeless.
Eleven days, 22 restaurants, where to start?
The annual La Grange Restaurant Week kicks off Feb. 27 and runs through March 9. There are 22 restaurants participating and each offers special deals over the 11 days.
