Carol Stefan’s decades of service, faith and warmth helped shape Palos Heights into a stronger, more connected community.
Category: Regional New News
Inside the soul of Gaston’s Bistro
Gaston’s Bistro thrives on fresh, made-to-order meals, personal connections and owner Yaser Elkayyal’s lifelong commitment to community.
Women Discover Strength and Support Through She CAN!
The She CAN! Movement empowers women through fitness, wellness, mentorship, and community, inspiring confidence, resilience, and the pursuit of dreams.
Beverly Arts Center Honors MLK Weekend with “The Mountaintop”
Beverly Arts Center presents The Mountaintop Jan. 15–18, exploring Dr. King’s final night and the enduring power of his legacy.
A life of service Tom Ivanoff remembered
Thomas Ivanoff lived a life of service and self-reliance, from Navy duty and public service to ranching and gunsmithing.
Plan Commission approves Amazon plan for former Petey’s II in Orland Park
The plan now must go before the village’s committee of the whole on January 19. If approved, trustees will take a final vote at 7 p.m.
Flu activity surging in suburban Cook County
Flu activity in suburban Cook County has elevated from high to very high for the week ending Dec. 27, 2025 and continues to increase.
Evergreen Park names Missey as Employee of the Year
Mayor Kelly Burke presented a plaque to IT technician Bryan Missey for being selected as “Employee of the Year” at the Evergreen Park Village Board meeting Monday night. Burke also presented a gift card to Missey for a local business. (Photo by Joe Boyle)
Driver charged after losing wheel
Police said the man struck a curb, which blew out one of his front tires as well as causing heavy front-end damage to his car.
Palos Heights police charge 2 with drunken driving
Palos Heights police charged two Chicago men with drunken driving earlier this month after they were stopped for traffic violations.

