Welcome summer! What a way to kick off the month of June in the Garfield Ridge Neighborhood! The Archer Avenue Car Show drew in over a thousand people. The overall vibe was pure summer joy. The weather turned out beautiful and people were loving walking down a closed Archer Avenue. There were hundreds of amazing […]
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Stuffed Love steps up as SNAP cuts leave thousands hungry
New work requirements eliminate benefits for thousands of Chicagoans. Local food pantries and community leaders mobilize to fill the gap.
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Sones de Mexico Ensemble brings ancestral traditions to city parks
The Fiesta Mexicana interactive concert invites families to sing, dance, and reconnect with Mexican cultural roots their grandparents brought north.
Posted inSWNH Top News
Chicago pizzerias unite to support police mental health crisis
Chicago Police 8th District’s second annual fundraiser tackles officer suicide rates while strengthening community bonds.
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Patriots Day Parade, Changosnakedog, Sesame Street and Senior Ice Cream Soda Day: Patricia Tyznik
Fun community events in Clearing, Garfield Ridge this summer.
Posted inSchools
Christmas cheer takes over campus in SXU showstopper
Saint Xavier University hosted its annual Christmas Music Spectacular on Dec. 7, featuring student ensembles and festive performances that united campus and community.
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Advocate for immigrants, Sister JoAnn Persch dies at 91
Sister JoAnn Persch, RSM, lifelong advocate for immigrants, unhoused women, and children, inspired justice, compassion, and leadership at SXU and beyond.
Posted inYour Town
Trinity students reflect on the place they called home
Trinity students share emotional reflections on losing the campus that shaped their faith, friendships, and purpose as the college prepares to close.
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Moraine Valley students blend psychology with service
Moraine Valley psychology students apply classroom lessons through a service-learning project, packing and serving meals for people experiencing homelessness.
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Marist High School band announces Central Europe tour for 2027
Marist High School Band will tour Austria, Germany, and the Czech Republic in 2027, performing concerts and exploring historic European sites.