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Car slams into beloved Beverly record shop on New Year’s Day
A car crashed into Beverly Phono Mart early New Year’s Day, damaging the popular Southwest Side record store.
Police seek man for robbery of Orange Line passenger
Chicago police released a crime alert Sunday about an armed robbery committed on a CTA Orange Line Train in the…
Gun goes off as cops, teen struggle in West Lawn incident
A weapon was fired Saturday afternoon during a struggle involving Chicago police officers and a teen in the West Lawn…
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Mike Clark’s girls basketball Top 5
Check out which team made a big jump in the rankings this week.
Mike Clark’s boys basketball Top 5
There’s a new No. 1 in this week’s rankings.
Area roundup: Brother Rice’s Colin Goggin a man for all seasons
Seven weeks after winning a state title in football, Brother Rice’s Colin Goggin is a Catholic League runner-up in wrestling.
We/Us.
Oak Lawn music teacher hits national high note
Oak Lawn Community High School music teacher Bob Haberstat earned national recognition for innovative technology-driven music education and leadership.
Catherine’s Cause brings hope to families facing infant loss
Catherine’s Cause unites community crafters to create heartfelt keepsakes, offering comfort, connection and hope to families experiencing pregnancy or infant loss.
Wreaths Across America provide more than decorations
For those who support Wreaths Across America, the ribbon-festooned evergreens placed on veterans graves over the holidays were more than just…
Palos Park turns up the heat with Chili Cook-Off
Palos Park hosts its annual chili cook-off, featuring local and Midwest cooks, public tasting, People’s Choice voting and wintertime fun.
The Holly House blossoms under mother-daughter vision
The Holly House is a cozy artisan boutique in Orland Park featuring handcrafted goods, workshops, and experiences for the community.
Carol Stefan made Palos Heights feel like home
Carol Stefan’s decades of service, faith and warmth helped shape Palos Heights into a stronger, more connected community.
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Ald. Lopez wants probe of election fraud allegation involving Mayor Johnson’s top advisor
In a letter to City of Chicago Inspector General Deborah Witzburg, Alderman Raymond Lopez (15th) requested an immediate formal…
Comings & Goings: Quality Plus merges with Oak Lawn location
Quality Plus Photo Design Center closed its longtime home in Palos Heights last week. New owner Zibi Podraza, who…
2024 was a year of highs and lows
Last year saw more than its share of highs and lows. The year had barely started when tragedy struck…
State minimum wage to hit $15 per hour in new year
While we may not want fries with that, we do know the person asking the question at local fast…
Time to start on our second hundred years
As we get ready to begin our 101st year as a community newspaper, let’s take time to look back…
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I can no longer give Trump the benefit of the doubt
I have completely changed my attitude about the president. I was willing to give him the benefit of the doubt, recognizing that his big mouth often got in the way of some good programs, hoping that would change. But he can’t seem to stop his pettiness from getting in the way and destroying some good…
Ray Hanania: Trump’s hypocritical fake policies on fighting drug dealers
President Donald Trump has no moral spine when it comes to serving the public, but has a will of steel when it comes to serving himself.
Ray Hanania: Can Conforti overcome GOP problems to unseat Casten?
Right now, I am not sure Republican challenger Niki Conforti is capable of defeating incumbent Democratic congressman Sean Casten.