Argo Community High School plans to fill its track with train rides, inflatables and a petting zoo Friday, Oct. 16, for Fall Fest 2026, a free, all-ages event open to the community. The fest is scheduled for 4 to 6:30 p.m. on the track behind the school, 7329 W. 63rd St. in Summit, according to […]
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Orland Park Pioneers cheerleaders take first place, advance to state
Orland Park Pioneers lightweight cheerleaders take first place at East Aurora, earning a spot at state as they prepare for Spooktacular.
McCord Gallery unveils a colorful world of fashion, fiber and art
More than 15 regional artists showcase costumes, sculptural quilts and textile creations at McCord Gallery’s Fashion-Fiber-Textile exhibition in Palos Park.
Chicago Ridge trustees approve District 127.5 plan to turn banquet hall into headquarters
Chicago Ridge trustees approved permits letting District 127.5 turn Candle Light Banquets into offices and classrooms, freeing space at Finley Junior High.
Chicago’s Public Safety Committee votes to advance second phase of Violence Against Women Task Force
The committee voted on Oct. 8 to unanimously advance the resolution to the full City Council for consideration on Oct. 14.
Justice family builds a free haunt so every kid gets a Halloween
Every year Hazelett, Jaxson’s father, Steven Crutchfield, and Jaxson turn their home at 8016 S. 87th Ave. in Justice into a walk-through haunt that anyone can visit for free.
Oak Lawn’s Catalina Vera proves kindness Is her greatest superpower
Oak Lawn kindergartner Catalina Vera advances in Stan Lee’s Super Kid competition, winning hearts with her taekwondo skills, courage and kindness.
The Kozy Kauldron brings retro Vegas flair and Halloween chills to Worth
April Bisignani turns her Worth home into The Kozy Kauldron, a scare-free, retro Las Vegas Halloween display she builds herself.
Mike Ditka, Bears Hall of Famer who won titles as player and coach, dies at 86
Mike Ditka, the Hall of Fame tight end who later coached the Chicago Bears to a Super Bowl XX championship, has died at 86, his family announced Friday morning.
Palos Park mourns former Mayor E. Willard Lager at 102
E. Willard Lager, former Palos Park mayor, spent more than eight decades serving his community, raising family and building lasting connections.
