The state Democratic Party, along with southwest suburban democrats and over 800 attendees, gathered Sept. 10 in the Grand Ballroom at Navy Pier.
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Bridgeview firefighters to climb SeatGeek stairs to honor 9/11 victims
Bridgeview firefighters will honor the 343 New York City firefighters who perished during the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attack on the World Trade Center by climbing the stairs inside SeatGeek Stadium.
St. Laurence High breaks ground for huge new fieldhouse
St. Laurence High School breaks ground on a 34,000-square foot fieldhouse to be ready for the 2027-28 academic year
Willow Springs Lioness Lions club host pancake breakfast fundraiser
The Willow Springs Lioness Lions Club held a pancake breakfast on Sunday, Sept. 13, to raise money for local community programs. The event ran from 8 a.m. to noon at the Willow Springs Community Center. Attendees were served pancakes and sausage with orange juice or coffee. Guests who brought old eyeglasses or hearing aids for […]
Stickney Pet Fest draws many breeds, celebrates 8th year
Nearly 100 people attended the Paws for Fall Pet Fest in Stickney on Saturday, Sept. 12, bringing their dogs to swim in pools, grab free treats, and pose for pictures with a pony dressed as a unicorn. The event, held from 1 to 3 p.m. at 41st and Ridgeland, is organized by Mayor Mitch Milenkovic […]
Remembrance ceremonies mark 25 years since Sept. 11
Five communities held solemn ceremonies to remember the nearly 3,000 lives lost in the 2001 terrorist attacks, honoring the first responders who answered the call. Forest View Forest View held a remembrance ceremony attended by village officials, fire and police department members, and residents. Fire Chief Mark Stewart coordinated a flag lowering to coincide with […]
Lynwood rink lands historic World Cup roller skating competition
The World Cup Figures roller skating competition comes to Lynwood Sept. 18-20 for the first time ever held in the United States, drawing 100 elite skaters from 10 countries.
Dodgeball championships bring national spotlight to Bedford Park
The USA Dodgeball Premier Tour National Championships took place Sept. 4-6 at the Winstrust Sports Complex.
Stickney celebrates 50 years of Family Day with fireworks, food, and new zipline
The Village of Stickney marked the 50th anniversary of its annual Old Tyme Family Day on Sunday, Sept. 6.
I&M Canal authority hosts ‘Crossroads of America’ history celebration at Justice Park
The I&M Canal National Heritage Corridor Civic Center Authority will host a free, family-friendly history celebration Saturday, Sept. 26, at the Justice Park District, featuring historical re-enactors portraying George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, and other American figures. “Crossroads of America,” running 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 7747 Oak Grove Avenue in Justice, marks the nation’s […]
