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2 incumbents seek Dem nomination in newly drawn 6th District

by Steve Metsch

By Steve Metsch It doesn’t happen often, but voters in the newly drawn 6th Congressional District have an unusual choice in the Democratic primary. Because of redistricting, two sitting members of Congress are going toe-to-toe for the nomination in the June 28 primary. The district covers the Midway Airport area, Chicago’s Beverly neighborhood and the […]

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Worth Township Foundation hosts Double Treble Dueling Piano’s musical extravaganza

by Bob Bong

From staff reports Members of the Worth Township Foundation are looking for individuals who might be interested in a little “treble” for music and fun that is! The Foundation is hosting its inaugural Double Treble Dueling Piano’s Musical Extravaganza featuring the entertainment of Double Treble. The event will be on Wednesday, June 15, from 6-9 […]

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New owner will not tolerate violence at Worth tavern where 2 died

by Bob Bong

By Joe Boyle The owner of a new tavern in Worth said his business will not tolerate any misconduct that plagued the previous lounge where two men were shot and killed. The incident took place in the early morning hours of Jan. 10 at the former Crossing Bar and Grill, 6959 W. 111th St. Another man was injured in […]

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Girls Soccer: Leah Rizzo steps up to lead Shepard during ‘building’ year

by Jason Maholy

By Steve Millar  Correspondent Shepard senior Leah Rizzo has been a two-sport standout since her freshman year, and is a four-year varsity player in both volleyball and soccer. “Both sports are really different,” Rizzo said. “I get to be more aggressive on the soccer field, go at girls shoulder-to-shoulder and be physical. Volleyball is more […]

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Worth residents complain about rat infestation 

by Bob Bong

By Joe Boyle  A group of Worth residents stated Tuesday night that a surge in the rodent population has them frustrated and disgusted and would like village officials to address the problem. During the public forum segment of the Worth Village Board meeting, residents asked if the village could do more to eliminate the growing […]

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Harlem Avenue resurfacing from 62nd to 111th to resume April 4

by Bob Bong

From staff reports The Illinois Department of Transportation announced that a resurfacing of Harlem Avenue, from 62nd Street, in Chicago and Summit, to 111th Street, in Worth, passing through Bedford Park, Bridgeview, Burbank, Chicago Ridge and Palos Hills, will resume, weather permitting, Monday, April 4. The $5 million project, which consists of resurfacing the six-mile stretch […]

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Worth narrowly approves COVID testing and medical services site

by Bob Bong

By Joe Boyle With COVID-19 positivity rates declining in Illinois, some members of the Worth Village Board wondered why a business emphasizing testing is necessary? Trustees Rich Dziedzic and Brad Urban brought the issue up during the Worth Village Board meeting Tuesday night, questioning if Free COVID Drive Thru Testing Inc. should be operating with the current […]

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