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Stickney celebrates Cinco de Mayo with food, music and community

by Carol McGowanJune 8, 2026June 8, 2026

The Village of Stickney held its annual Cinco de Mayo Mex Fest on Sunday, June 7, at 43rd and Ridgeland, drawing families for tacos, churros, face painting, and live entertainment. The free event ran from 2 to 7 p.m. and featured a petting zoo operated by A Zoo To You of Huntley, where children fed […]

Argo-Summit

Senior fashion show hosted by Porfirio, Rashid

by Carol McGowanJune 4, 2026June 4, 2026

State Sen. Mike Porfirio and State Rep. Abdelnasser Rashid hosted a senior fashion show Friday, May 15, at Valladolid Banquet Hall in Summit, drawing more than 100 guests. The seniors modeled on the runway, followed by lunch and dancing. “Our seniors dressed to impress and rocked the runway,” said Martha Sonka, suburban constituent services director […]

DVN Schools

Forest View Public Works hosts students from Home School during Public Works Week

by Carol McGowanJune 1, 2026June 4, 2026

Learn how Forest View’s public works director educates fourth graders about the essential infrastructure that keeps their town running, from water systems to street maintenance.

La Grange

Chicago legend Dan Hampton: Bears face a tough task

by Steve MetschJune 1, 2026June 1, 2026

The Bears — coming off an 11-6 record — have a target on their backs this season, says Dan Hampton.

La Grange

Pet Parade thrills thousands in La Grange

by Steve MetschJune 1, 2026June 1, 2026

The 80th edition of the La Grange Pet Parade went off without a hitch Saturday, May 30, under warm and sunny skies. A total of 130 entries needed two hours to cover the parade route. Molly Price, the parade’s executive director, said 3,000 people were in the parade and an estimated 10,000 watched. They had […]

DVN New News

Area ceremonies honor fallen on Memorial Day

by Carol McGowanMay 26, 2026May 26, 2026

The Village of Justice and surrounding communities held multiple Memorial Day services Monday to honor military personnel who died in service, drawing residents and veterans to ceremonies across the southwest suburbs. In Justice, Mayor Kris Wasowicz opened the 9 a.m. service at the Veterans & First Responders Memorial in Commissioners Park by thanking those present […]

Forest View

Pets and K9 units gather for Forest View Pet Parade

by Carol McGowanMay 22, 2026May 22, 2026

More than 30 dogs and their owners marched through Forest View on Saturday, May 16, with K9 units from four neighboring police departments joining the procession. The second annual Pet Walk/Parade began at 10 a.m. from 46th and Oak Park, traveling west on 46th Street to Village Hall, where a block party followed with treats, […]