Four term U.S. Rep. Jesus “Chuy” Garcia abruptly announced last week he would retire when his term ends in January 2027.
Category: Chicago – Garfield Ridge
Lisa Walcott transforms everyday objects into artful explorations
Lisa Walcott’s Spare transforms everyday objects into playful, skeletal sculptures exploring care, strain, and humor at Saint Xavier University.
Southwest Siders celebrate Dia de los Muertos
The celebration brought together the Mexican community in Clear-Ridge and the greater Midway area to remember loved ones.
Dore Elementary honors first responders on special day
Dore Elementary School celebrated the second annual First Responders Day on Oct. 28 honoring first responders in Clearing and Garfield Ridge.
Shadow hearing exposes ICE crackdown toll on Chicago families
On Oct. 24, a shadow congressional hearing titled “Kidnapped and Disappeared: Trump’s Assault on Chicago” brought stories of trauma and disruption under ICE and Customs and Border Protection raids to the forefront.
Zor Zor Zor’s ‘Bridgeport is for Everybody’ mural brings color, community to Halsted viaduct
Clearing native Anna Pizsczor, know in the art world as Zor Zor Zor, transforms Halsted viaduct with vibrant mural celebrating community, diversity, and neighborhood pride.
Pumpkin Jamboree Parade takes over Archer Avenue
Families and neighbors celebrated Halloween on Archer Avenue during the Midway Chamber’s Pumpkin Jamboree Parade, featuring costumes, candy and community pride.
Art and emotion intertwine in Threads of Awakening
Chicago artist Diana Noh’s Oct. 22 reception at Saint Xavier University showcased her emotional, stitched photography exploring memory and healing.
Murder suspect arrested after fatal shooting on Fairfield
Maynor Vasquez Gomez, 26, of Hegewisch, was charged with first-degree murder in a fatal shooting Oct. 12 in the 6400 block of South Spaulding Avenue.
Southwest Side aldermen rip mayor’s 2026 budget for ignoring local needs
Southwest Side aldermen Marty Quinn, Silvana Tabares and Ray Lopez rip into Mayor Brandon Johnson’s proposed city budget.
