Rev. John Hennessey, a longtime Archdiocese of Chicago priest and pastor, is remembered for nearly 60 years of ministry.
Category: Chicago – West Lawn
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People helping people (and dogs) in our neighborhood: Peggy Zabicki
We have some terrific people in our neighborhood. In addition to having great pizza, Cipriani’s Pizza at 5840 W. 63rd St. reached out to residents. After the recent storms, Cipriani’s invited all who lost power to come by and charge their phones. No purchase was required. They said, “If there’s anything else we can do […]
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Southwest side storm damage: Cleanup under way as wards rally
Chicago’s southwest side is still recovering from back-to-back storms that struck June 10 and 11, leaving nearly 8,000 residents without power at peak and triggering an EF2 tornado that leveled a garage, blew off a school roof, and left a family trapped inside their home.
Posted inChicago - Archer Heights
Cardenas launches mayoral bid with call for financial discipline, neighborhood investment
Cook County Commissioner George Cardenas launched his mayoral campaign on a platform of fiscal overhaul and youth intervention, citing an audit showing city spending growing at twice the inflation rate while neighborhoods receive fewer services.
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Southwest side libraries offer summer activities for all ages: Peggy Zabicki
Chicago’s Garfield Ridge and West Lawn branch libraries are hosting free and low-cost summer programs for seniors, kids, and teens through July, including ice cream socials, LEGO building, Dungeons and Dragons, and a magic show.
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Food drives, pizza rewards, and a love of animals: Peggy Zabicki
From honoring fallen officers to feeding families to dancing together, one southwest side community finds strength in showing up for each other.
Posted inChicago - West Lawn
Midway turns 100, prayers for Betty, car show, and more things to do: Peggy Zabicki
A community celebrates its airport’s centennial, and a neighbor faces hardship.
Posted inSWNH Schools
Byrne Elementary celebrates year of growth with Kids Day celebration
Students, teachers, and the PTO mark the end of the school year with games, food, and memories.
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City Council votes 49-1 to freeze tipped wage for 2 years
Starting in year three, the tipped wage will rise with the Consumer Price Index. If minimum wage climbs 2.5 percent on July 1, 2026, as expected, the tipped wage will rise to $12.93.
Posted inChicago - Clearing
Alderman calls for answers on broken domestic violence system
“There are more than 72,000 outstanding warrants” in Cook County, said Ald. Silvana Tabares said. “These are people on our streets and they should not be walking freely in our neighborhood.”