Rich Wojcikowski, longtime Bookie’s manager, is remembered for his generosity, dedication to readers, schools and the South Side community.
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Michael Thompson’s kites take art in an unexpected direction
Chicago artist Michael Thompson transforms kites into intricate works of art, blending collage, sculpture, craftsmanship, history and personal exploration.
Three fallen officers live on in Southwest Side mural
On a recent Saturday morning, a crowd gathered at the corner of 68th and Pulaski to unveil a mural honoring three Chicago police officers killed in the line of duty.
CPD and CFD raise $7,330 at first-ever charity softball tournament
Chicago police and firefighters played their first-ever charity softball tournament Saturday, August 29, at Wentworth Park.
Family honors Eliza ‘Nicky’ Morales and all femicide victims at candlelight vigil
Family honors Eliza “Nicky” Morales and all femicide victims at candlelight vigil.
Chicago Ridge community partnership brings local organizations to the same table
Chicago Ridge’s Community Partnership brings local organizations together to share resources, strengthen collaboration and better connect residents with services.
Normandy Park Stars sweep Wentworth Wolves in inaugural World Series
The Normandy Park Stars beat the Wentworth Wolves two games to none in the inaugural Garfield Ridge World Series of Softball.
Run for a cause this Halloween at Moraine Valley
Moraine Valley’s 13th annual Halloween 5K on Oct. 31 combines a chip-timed race with costume contests, kids’ activities, and trunk-or-treating to raise scholarship funds.
Meet the 28-year-old lawyer running to represent the 23rd Ward
Leonardo Rojas-Banda, a 28-year-old attorney and community organizer, kicked off his campaign on Aug. 23 for Chicago’s 23rd Ward.
From Broadway to Beverly: “Ragtime” Tackles Immigration, Racism, Class
The Beverly Arts Center opens its first production of the Tony Award-winning musical “Ragtime,” exploring immigration, racism, and the American Dream with a 50-person cast.
