Federal Emergency Management Agency has officially denied the state’s appeal for a major disaster declaration following severe storms, straight-line winds, and flooding that impacted southwest suburbs and the Southwest Side from August 16–19, 2025.
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Argo honors 13 alumni for distinguished achievements
Argo Community High School honored 13 alumni Feb. 5 for their professional achievements and contributions to their communities.
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Summit residents say Hands off Argo Park
A special meeting was called for a community discussion about possible improvements and a potential partnership involving Argo Park and adjacent Argo Community High School.
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Ingredion unveils railcar in support of heart health
A custom-designed railcar promoting heart health will travel across the nation starting this month, carrying the American Heart Association’s “Move More!” message to communities nationwide.
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And the winner is … Ben Johnson?
It was a packed house in Bedford Park as the village, in cooperation with Wintrust Sports Complex, hosted a Ben Johnson look-alike contest.
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Argo finance director Joe Rojek to resign
Joe Rojek was criticized by investigators for weakening financial controls that allowed the improper spending to continue.
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3 Porfirio laws kick in on Jan. 1
Three new laws championed by state Sen. Mike Porfirio are among hundreds of new laws that will go into effect at the start of the new year.
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Bedford Park Police Training Center and restaurant underway
Bedford Park officials broke ground Nov. 20 on a new Police Training and Municipal Building that will also include a Cracked Egg restaurant on the first floor.
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Former Argo superintendent spent thousands on porn sites, Viagra, report finds
District 217 released a long-awaited report Wednesday night that showed former Supt. William Toulios spent thousands of district dollars on porn sites, erectile dysfunction medication, meals and Amazon gift cards.
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Southwest suburbs dodge property tax bill bullet
While property taxes for homeowners on the Southwest Side of Chicago shot up more than 20% from 2023 to 2024, southern suburbs were up and, in some cases, down, an analysis by Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas showed Monday.