Family, friends, and community members gathered Thursday at Burr Oak cemetery to mark the 70th anniversary of Emmett Till’s murder.
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Cook County issues disaster proclamation for August storms and flooding
County Board President Toni Preckwinkle issued a disaster proclamation Wednessday in response to storms on August 16 through August 19.
Summit Park District ousts Golden Eagles soccer team
The Summit Park District revoked the field rental permit effectively kicking out the Golden Eagles soccer program from its longtime home.
New survey for Aug. 16-19 flood damage
Initial damage assessments from most recent storms and flooding must be submitted by Friday, Aug. 22, 2025
Summit power outage
A semi truck struck a utility pole in the 7500 block of Douglas in Summit about 6:45 p.m. Thursday. Comed will have to bring in a crane as there is a possibility of collapse. This may cause a power outage and we want residents to be informed. Also please adjust your routes accordingly to avoid […]
Bello & Bravo brings fashion, family focus to Chicago’s Clearing neighborhood
Summit mom Maria Bello turns flea market shoe sales into Bello & Bravo, a family-run store in Chicago’s Clearing neighborhood.
Chicago, Cook County issue flood disaster proclamations
Chicago and Cook County are both issuing disaster proclamations to assist residents in recovering from flooding that took place July 25-28.
Summit names street after longtime public servant Pat Tichacek
The Village of Summit honored longtime resident and public servant Pat Tichacek by dedicating a street in her name on July 24.
Cook County launches flood damage survey for residents affected by July storms
Cook County officials are asking residents affected by flash flooding between July 25 and July 28 to complete an online survey documenting property damage.
Summit marks Emmett Till Day with memorial tributes, new walkway
Rain didn’t stop the celebration of Emmett Till Day on Saturday as family members, officials and community leaders gathered in Summit to honor the lives of Emmett Till and his mother, Mamie Till-Mobley.
