Illinois residents and businesses in 11 counties affected by spring and early summer storms can now request waivers of tax penalties and interest if severe weather prevented them from filing or paying on time.
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Angel Gutierrez pushes for financial stability in Chicago School Board run
Angel Gutierrez runs unopposed for second term citing his excitement to continue the progress he sees that can be built up on in southwest side schools
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Quinn to exit 13th ward seat in February 2027
Alderman Quinn decides not to run for re-election but will not retire, citing family and respect for 13th Ward residents prior to petition submittal July 28.
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Fire forces temporary closure of Garfield Ridge pizza institution
A fire forced the temporary closure of Obbie’s Pizza on Friday, July 3, at 6654 W. Archer Avenue in Garfield Ridge. According to a statement posted on social media Friday evening, no one was injured in the fire. The restaurant said it will remain closed as owners begin rebuilding and remodeling. “While our hearts are […]
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After weeks of storms, South Side looks to summer activities: Kathy Headley
For the past two weeks, we have been talking about the torrential rains that fell here 50 years ago and comparing them to all the rain we have experienced this year. Who would have thought we would still be talking about rain for a third week? I sure hope none of you were caught up […]
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Fireworks fun and frustration, Senior Happy 250 Party: Peggy Zabicki
I hope everyone had a safe and happy Fourth of July. I spent the day at a family picnic just outside Chicago. It was peaceful and fun. The peace ended when I arrived back home.  Our neighborhood sounded like World War III. Or maybe it was supposed to sound like the Revolutionary War when our forefathers […]
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Top cop Larry Snelling announces surprise retirement
Chicago Police Superintendent Larry Snelling, who led record crime reductions, retires July 15 after tensions with Mayor Johnson over arrest decisions.
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A customer service win, things to do and love for the USA: Peggy Zabicki
I am the first one to complain if I don’t get good customer service when I go shopping. I used to work in retail sales at J&R Variety Store at 63rd and Pulaski. Remember our neighborhood dime store? Every customer was important to me. That’s because I always enjoyed working in retail sales. My first […]
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Midway Chamber marks nation’s 250th with Patriots Day parade, Toy Story party
Midway Chamber’s annual Patriots Day parade drew elected officials, first responders, and residents to Garfield Ridge on June 25.
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Park goers have a laugh at Henry VIII at Wentworth Park
Shakespeare’s Henry VIII received a comedy improv twist on Saturday, July 27, at Wentworth Park, performed by the Shakespeare Blood Oath Theatre Company.