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Computer Greeks celebrates 30 years strong in Palos Heights
Computer Greeks celebrates 30 years in Palos Heights, continuing its family-run legacy while welcoming a new…
2025 Municipal Elections
Yerkes sworn in to District 229 board after write-in win
Write-in candidate Dr. Kenneth Yerkes joins District 229’s school board, promising to improve academics, expand programs and increase oversight.
Burke wins second term as Evergreen Park mayor
Kelly Burke will return as mayor of Evergreen Park after recording a resounding victory over Bill Lorenz in the general election Tuesday night.
Palos Hills Alderman Dawn Nowak set to become city clerk
Palos Hills Alderman Dawn Nowak is running unopposed for city clerk, bringing her Cook County experience to strengthen city operations and outreach.
Your Sports. All Heart.
TCU commit Blake Ragsdale sparks Lyons from leadoff spot
Blake Ragsdale had a tough freshman season at the plate and in the field, but he turned a corner last spring.
Cadyn Kummer sets tone for new-look Evergreen Park
Senior pitcher/first baseman Cadyn Kummer is one of just three starters back for Evergreen Park baseball.
Mike Clark’s baseball Top 5
Check out updates on the area’s top teams.
Mike Clark’s softball Top 5
See which team joined the rankings this week.
Roosevelt recruit Giovanni Longo, Sandburg continue hot start
Giovanni Longo’s walk-off double against Marist helped Sandburg baseball stay unbeaten.
Freshman Khloe Grasso, Sandburg girls soccer aim to turn page
Freshman Khloe Grasso is part of an infusion of new talent for Sandburg girls soccer, which is coming off a five-win season.
Lewis recruit Brody Lee-Caracci stays cool for Lyons volleyball
Brody Lee-Caracci’s even-keel approach helped Lyons boys volleyball win the Argo Invitational.
We/Us.
For third year, Summit Senior Living crowns prom royalty
Delores Brassfield and Oscar Hamilton were crowned king and queen at Summit Senior Living’s annual “Prom Night” celebration.
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.
‘We don’t have a house anymore’: One family’s tornado survival story
The Garcias’ survival last week came down to one decision: Kendahl’s insistence on being prepared after hearing storm warnings.
Body found in rubble of home hit by Kankakee tornado
A body was discovered Thursday in the rubble of a home destroyed by the EF3 tornado that struck Aroma Park March…
Hockey star Abbey Murphy’s path to Olympics started in Evergreen Park
Evergreen Park’s Abbey Murphy has four assists in Team USA’s undefeated start at the 2026 Milan Winter Olympics.
Manhattan Cops Focus on Community and Care
In a time when cops are scrutinized more than ever, and most headlines involving the police are reporting where things went…
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New apartments open for residents with disabilities
A grand opening celebration took place the morning of March 31 to welcome the Hamlin Avenue Apartments in Alsip,…
Oak Lawn woman found dead in home
A 76-year-old Oak Lawn woman was found dead in her home Sunday afternoon after police conducted a well-being check.
Pollinator Palooza to buzz into Palos Park with gardening tips, expert speakers
Pollinator Palooza brings expert advice, vendors and inspiration to Palos Park, helping gardeners create vibrant habitats for bees, butterflies…
Mom’s Facebook post becomes nonprofit lifeline for struggling families
Olivia DeSmit launched Be The Village nonprofit after struggling to find support as a new mother. Now it delivers…
VisionHER ignites big dreams at Chicago Ridge Mall
Women gathered at Chicago Ridge Mall for VisionHER’s first event, creating vision boards, building connections, and focusing on future…
Saint Xavier brings life-saving kidney screenings to community
Free SXU screening identified high rates of undetected kidney, diabetes and blood pressure issues, emphasizing importance of early detection…
Mayhem.
Orland Park robbery suspect caught after multi-agency pursuit
A robbery suspect from Orland Park was captured last week by Chicago police after he crashed his car on the…
Second teen charged with Oak Lawn, Worth video gaming break-ins
A second Chicago teen has been arrested in connection with a rash of burglaries targeting Oak Lawn and Worth businesses…
Man charged with burglarizing Oak Lawn, Worth businesses with video gaming machines
A Chicago man has been arrested for a rash of burglaries targeting Oak Lawn and Worth businesses with video gaming…
Oak Lawn police make graffiti arrests
Oak Lawn police made arrests after being contacted about graffiti that occurred at the Metra Railway Patriot Station and other…
OPINIONS
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.
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…