Business.
Early morning thieves hit 2 Summit businesses
Two Summit businesses suffered broken windows when they were broken into early Thursday morning, Feb. 12, police said.
Your Sports. All Heart.
Mount Carmel wrestler Liam Kelly wins in court, at sectional
After getting a temporary restraining order to return to the bracket, Mount Carmel wrestler Liam Kelly won a sectional title.
Mike Clark’s boys basketball Top 5
Check out which team joined the rankings this week.
Mike Clark’s girls basketball Top 5
Check out updates on the top teams heading into the IHSA playoffs.
Noah Corro dials up from distance for St. Laurence
Sophomore Noah Corro made five 3-pointers in a win against De La Salle on Feb. 10.
Billy Massey, Shepard roll past Evergreen Park
Billy Massey scored a game-high 20 points and grabbed five rebounds to lead Shepard past Evergreen Park.
Ronald Johnson’s basket lifts Mount Carmel past Brother Rice
Freshman Ronald Johnson scored 12 points, including the game-winning basket, as Mount Carmel edged Brother Rice 42-41.
Healthy again, Bianca Fleitas sets a record for Oak Lawn
After missing two months with a knee injury last season. Bianca Fleitas broke the program’s single-game socring record this year.
Messiah Horton, Richards clamp down on Argo
Messiah Horton scored a season-high 29 points as Richards rallied past Argo.
Family ties strong for Oak Lawn’s Marc Harvey Jr.
Oak Lawn leading scorer Marc Harvey Jr. learned basketball from his dad Marc Sr. and his uncles Jalil and Eddie.
Area roundup: Sandburg basketball’s 20 wins make history
Sandburg boys basketball has reached the 20-win plateau for the first time since 2004 and jist the second time since 1995.
Tributes.
Cleo Imogene Torkel, 97
Cleo Imogene Torkel was welcomed into the arms of her Lord and Savior on Feb. 3, 2026. She was 97.
Joanna “Asia” Bednarz, 39
Joanna Bednarz, lovingly known as Asia, passed away Feb. 4, 2026, in Chicago, Illinois. She was 39.
Joseph William Deliberto
Joseph William Deliberto, known affectionately as Joe, passed away peacefully Feb. 7, 2026, at the age of 77 in Palos Heights, Illinois.
Maria Guadalupe “Lupita” Ybarra
Maria Guadalupe Ybarra, affectionately known as Lupita, passed away Feb. 8, 2026, at the age of 40.
Krishan Lall Tejpal
Krishan Lall Tejpal was born in Rampur, in the District of Sialkot, in pre-partition India, to Harbans Lal and Puran Dai Tejpal. He was their only son.
Elaine M. Olszewski
Elaine M. Olszewski (née Mrozek) passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, in Panama City, Florida. She was the beloved wife of the late Ronald Olszewski.
Business.
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 purchased…
Kismet owner honors tradition but is open to new ideas
In his first year as the owner of Kismet in Orland Park, Daniel Canter said he prides himself on a…
Grooving into retirement: Teacher spins new life with record shop
Independent record shop Long Live Vinyl brings music lovers together with retro vibes and timeless grooves. In the 1960s, the…
Comings & Goings: Fogo de Chao coming to Orland Park
Fogo de Chao, the Brazilian steak house known for servers carrying slabs of meat on long skewers from table to…
Crowds savor this year’s Taste of Orland
The days of summer are dwindling but that did not stop Orland Park from savoring the last of the season…
Palos Park gets a jump on National Night Out
By Kelly White The Village of Palos Park has taken the traditional National Night Out and turned it into a…
Orland Township helps kids get ready for new school year
The summer clock is winding down and Orland Township was there to get ready to prepare students to enter back…
More News.
Celebrating Black History Month through the art of G.L. Smothers
South Side artist G.L. Smothers showcases 15 abstract works at Evergreen Park Library during a Black History Month reception.
Fat Tuesday Paczki tradition returns to local bakeries
Chicago-area bakeries prepare thousands of paczki for Fat Tuesday on February 17, offering traditional Polish pastries in various flavors.
New documentary examines Lane Bryant murders
One of the most harrowing crimes in the Chicago area – the unsolved murders of five women at a…
Boz O’Brien leaves lasting legacy at Reilly’s Daughter
Boz O’Brien, founder of Reilly’s Daughter, died at 75, leaving a lasting legacy of fun, music, and South Side…
Chicago Ridge train derailment snarls traffic, cancels Metra service
An early morning train derailment in Chicago Ridge has snarled traffic in that village and Oak Lawn as well…
Palos Heights native Kendall Coyne Schofield leads Team USA to 4-0 start at Olympics
Palos Heights native Kendall Coyne Schofield powers Team USA to a 4-0 start in women’s hockey at the 2026…
New heart valve helps 83-year-old Hometown woman breathe easier
An 83-year-old Hometown woman breathes easier after a groundbreaking heart valve procedure restores her health and strengthens family bonds.
Spice, heart and heat fuel Palos Park’s beloved Chili Cookoff
Chili in the Park returned to Palos Park, drawing Midwest cooks, longtime competitors and families for a spirited winter…
Young entrepreneurs take Over Moraine Valley
Young entrepreneurs showcased handmade products, learned real business skills and gained confidence at Moraine Valley’s NextGen-sponsored fair.
We/Us.
Homeschool kids make their newspaper dream a reality
Seven homeschool students from across the Chicago area created a monthly newspaper that builds confidence, creativity and real-world teamwork skills.
Smith Village takes on dementia anxiety for caregivers
Smith Village caregiver group will discuss easing anticipation anxiety in dementia, focusing on routine, reassurance and emotional awareness.
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.
Mayhem.
Teen charged with forging deed, selling Burbank home
A Riverside teenager was arrested last week for allegedly forging a deed and selling a home for $72,000 in Burbank, police said.
Failure to register as sex offender
A North Chicago man was arrested last month for failing to register as a sex offender, Orland Park police said
Woman charged with DUI and fleeing
A Chicago woman was charged with numerous violations after she was stopped Jan. 18 for improper lane usage in Palos Heights police…
$5,000 in stolen merchandise found in car
Two Chicago men were arrested last month and charged with stealing more than $5,000 worth of merchandise from village stores, police said.
Opinions.
School districts must be accountable to public
Schools are important. But administrators don’t have the same sense of accountability to taxpayers that other governments like villages have.
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.
