Top News.
4 new businesses coming to Palos Heights
The City of Palos Heights granted approvals Tuesday night paving the way for four new businesses to open in the city in the…
Your Sports. All Heart.
Josiah Saucedo, Solorio celebrate heritage in Latino Baseball Classic
Josiah Saucedo pitched a three-hitter and drove in three runs as Solorio beat Kennedy 11-1.
Mount Carmel baseball coach Brian Hurry hits 700 wins — and counting
Veteran Mount Carmel coach Brian Hurry had 705 career wins through last week.
Mike Clark’s baseball Top 5
See which team is new to the rankings this week.
Mike Clark’s softball Top 5
Check out which team joined the rankings this week.
Louisville recruit Cory Les never comes up short for St. Laurence
After bouncing around several positions for last year’s Class 3A state champs, St. Laurence’s Cory Les has settled in aty shortstop.
Mother McAuley’s Calli Edwards follows mom’s path
Mother McAuley career scoring leader Calli Edwards plans to become a college athlete and special education teacher like her mom.
Sister act: Ellie, Kayla Holmstrom share family bond at Marist
Senior Ellie Holmstrrom, a Saint Louis recruit, has a familiar teammate at Marist: her freshman sister Kayla.
Sandburg’s Drew Drzonek having a senior moment
Sandburg’s Drew Drzonek, who is committed to Illinois State as a kicker, is also a key cog for the Eagles’ 15-6…
Southwest Regional Girls Basketball Player of the Year: Nazareth’s Stella Sakalas
After leading Nazareth to its second state title in four seasons, BYU recruit Stella Sakalas has repeated as Southwest Regional Player…
Area roundup: Shepard girls track wins every event in district meet
Makynzee Harris, who tried out for track in junior high because she was bored, continued to shine for Shepard with three…
Tributes.
Malgorzata Kozicki, 44
Malgorzata Kozicki, a devoted wife and mother, died May 4. She was 44.
Mark Obrochta, 56
Mark Obrochta, a Chicago native known for his infectious humor, generous spirit and ability to make ordinary moments memorable, died April 30. He was 56.
William J. “Bill” Kane, 83
William J. “Bill” Kane, an Air Force veteran and elevator mechanic who was known for his storytelling and infectious sense of humor, died May 4. He was 83.
Kathleen M. Hesser, 74
Kathleen M. Hesser, a devoted educator who spent 22 years in service at Midwestern University, died. She was 74.
Lucille Cahue Rodriguez
Lucille Cahue Rodriguez, a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who lived to 100, died May 4. She was surrounded by family.
Heriberto González, 90
Heriberto González, a longtime worker at Brach’s Candy Company who immigrated to the United States from Mexico, died May 1. He was 90.
Business.
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…
Taste of Orland Park returns this weekend
From staff reports Orland Park’s annual Taste of Orland Park presented by Northwestern Medicine arrives at the new Centennial Park…
More News.
Matcha Fest plants its flag in Chicagoland — and local vendors are ready
Matcha.com photo booth and DJ set anchor wellness event’s interactive experiences from noon onward.
District 230 Esports dynasty continues with multiple medals
Stagg and Andrew esports teams captured multiple IHSA state medals, including two championships, continuing District 230’s winning tradition.
Orland Park to kick off America’s 250th birthday celebration with rib cook-off and parade
Orland Park will kick off a year of special events to celebrate the United States’ 250th birthday with the…
Orland Park creates new Emergency Management Agency, needs volunteers
Orland Park officials voted unanimously Monday to replace the Emergency Services and Disaster Agency with the Orland Park Emergency…
Hometown pride as writer joins EPCHS Hall of Fame
Evergreen Park graduate and acclaimed writer David McGrath was inducted into his high school’s Hall of Fame, honoring his…
Longtime Chicago Ridge Park District Director Kevin King honored in emotional farewell
Kevin King retired after 33 years with Chicago Ridge Park District, honored by commissioners, family, and staff during his…
Orland Park honors Toy Box Connection for work with kids
In a heartwarming ceremony Monday night, the Orland Park Village Board recognized the Toy Box Connection as its Community…
Orland Park police chief unveils possible new look for cruisers
Orland Park Police Chief Eric Rossi Monday night unveiled a proposed new logo for the department’s fleet of decaled…
Mental Health Awareness Month inspires stronger minds through fitness
Hickory Hills trainer Sheri Figueroa highlights the strong link between physical fitness and mental health during Mental Health Awareness…
We/Us.
White brings ‘cheers’ and cheer to people with her photos
Palos Park’s Kelly White discovered the magic of photography in a darkroom when she attended college at St. Xavier.
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.
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.
Harvey man charged with DUI, speeding 67 mph in 35-mph zone
Police say a Harvey man failed field sobriety tests and registered 0.134 blood-alcohol content.
Car in ditch leads to DUI arrest
A man driving his black Nissan SUV southbound on 108th Avenue crossed the double yellow center lines and drove into a drainage…
Cartier watches stolen from mall kiosk
A Chicago man was arrested after allegedly stealing expensive watches from a kiosk at Orland Square Mall.
Orland Park cops arrest mom for retail theft
Alize Christian stole 14 fragrance and cosmetics items from the Sephora store in the Orland Square Mall on April 20, police said.
Opinions.
The pope from Chicago who couldn’t update his bank account info
Video: South Side priest shares the story of how the pope got disconnected by his bank, and what it reveals about the man who leads 1.4 billion Catholics.
St. Patrick’s Day brings a glimmer of hope during dark times
St. Patrick’s Day, celebrated on March 17, honors the patron saint of Ireland, a 5th-century Christian missionary who brought Christianity to the pagan Irish.
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.
