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Rain Can’t Stop Oak Lawn’s Fall Family Fest
Oak Lawn families enjoyed free games, crafts, treats and entertainment while connecting with local businesses at the Chamber’s annual Fall Fest.
SXU hosts second Community Wellness and Resource Fair
Saint Xavier University welcomed community members to its second wellness fair, connecting attendees with health services, organizations and valuable local resources.
Firefighters honor 9/11 victims in SeatGeek Stadium stairclimb
Over 40 firefighters from five departments climbed the equivalent of 78 stories Saturday at SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview.
Palos Heights approves municipal pool improvements
The Palos Heights City Council took the first steps on July 21 to begin improvements to the city pool.
2026 HS Football Previews
2026 football preview: St. Rita Mustangs
Check out top players, the schedule and more for the St. Rita Mustangs.
2026 football preview: St. Laurence Vikings
Check out top players, the schedule and more for the St. Laurence Vikings.
2026 football preview: Stagg Chargers
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2026 football preview: Shepard Astros
Check out top players, the schedule and more for the Shepard Astros.
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KPL Author Series presents Gail Lukasik
Join us at the Kankakee Public Library on September 26, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., for an exclusive interview with author Gail Lukasik, along…
Lavin Cassidy School of Irish Dancing to move to Palos Heights
The city of Palos Heights cleared the way for an award-winning business to come into the city at its Sept. 15 city council meeting. The…
Orland Park honors Pioneers on 50th anniversary
The Orland Park Pioneers football and cheerleading organization has been around for half of a century.
Prep Sports
Vedette football roundup: Manteno falls to Wilmington; Crete, Peotone win
Logan Bufford ran for two touchdowns in Manteno’s loss to Class 2A top-ranked Wilmington.
Mayhem
Eight masked offenders rob Peotone Travel Center, damage poker machines
Eight masked offenders robbed the Peotone Travel Center early Sept. 3, damaging six poker machines and stealing an unknown amount of…
Palos Hills police investigate $120K ruse burglary, make DUI arrest
Palos Hills police investigating ruse theft of valuable coins, cash, and make traffic arrests for DUI, license and registration violations.
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Vedette sports report: Cancer survivor Luis Maldonado back on the soccer pitch
After missing the 2025 soccer season while battling stomach cancer, Grant Park’s Luis Maldonado has made an inspirational return to…
City football roundup: Jordan Boston, Aedan Cleveland power Goode to victory
Goode, Curie and Kennedy all earned wins in Public League action.
Quarterback Xavier Terrell’s running sparks Bogan offense
Xavier Terrell ran for 131 yards and a touchdown in Bogan’s 20-14 double-overtime loss to Longwood on Sept. 17.
Mike Clark’s football Top 10
Check out which team has joined the rankings heading into Week 6.
St. Laurence athletes glad to see fieldhouse going up
Sean Rice and Izzy Ducar said the new fieldhouse at St. Laurence will make life easier for athletes across a…
Danny Strelow, Kamari Polk a dynamic duo for Oak Lawn
Danny Strelow and Kamari Polk have been friends since sixth grade and spend time together on and off the field,…
Area football roundup: Jake, Conor Fleming lead Marist to easy win
Marist, Brother Rice, Mount Carmel and St. Laurence all earned Catholic League crossover wins.
Your Town. Our Beat!
Orland Park
Orland Park to double size of code enforcement unit
Orland Park Mayor James Dodge said the village is going to crack down on business and homeowners who ignore rules,…
Worth woman charged with DUI
Orland Park police charge Worth woman with DUI.
Palos Heights
Monarchs bring magic to Palos Heights
Lake Katherine’s annual monarch celebration brought families together for butterfly encounters, nature activities and lessons on protecting monarchs and their…
Doughs Guys Bakery owner says decision to close ‘was difficult’
Doughs Guys Bakery in Palos Heights closes Dec. 31 after 14 years. Owner Sharon O’Neill opened it with her late…
Bridgeview
Three Lions clubs raise funds at fifth annual Oktoberfest
The Bridgeview, Justice, and Argo-Summit Lions clubs held their fifth annual Oktoberfest on Saturday, Sept. 19, at the Bridgeview Community Center, drawing nearly 100 residents…
8-year-old dies from injuries in Bridgeview scooter accident
An 8-year-old boy who was struck by a car near 92nd Place and Harlem Avenue in Bridgeview on Sept. 11 died from his injuries on…
Worth
Worth Fall Fest celebrates 20 years
Worth Park District’s Fall Fest celebrates 20 years with family activities, entertainment, food, football and new attractions at Gale Moore…
Chicago Ridge and Worth park districts partner to expand recreation access
Chicago Ridge and Worth park districts partner to offer reciprocal resident rates, expanding access to programs, camps, classes and recreation.
Evergreen Park
Jan Maratea named Marist Career Education Coordinator
Marist High School expands career education, giving students opportunities to explore careers, skilled trades, college, apprenticeships and other paths after…
Gianna Fest brings one last taste of summer
Gianna Fest brought families and neighbors together Sept. 18-20 for carnival rides, music, food and one of summer’s final celebrations.
Burbank
La Grange receives $500,000 HUD grant for sewer inspections
La Grange receive $500,000 HUD grant for sewer inspections
La Grange honors Racial Unity Day
La Grange takes time for racial unity honors; documentary set for Friday
Oak Lawn
Oak Lawn man gets gun charge in Countryside
Oak Lawn man arrested for gun charge in Countryside
Richards students soar with drone competition
Richards High School students competed in drone piloting and autonomous coding Sept. 19, earning certifications and learning FAA unmanned aircraft requirements.
Willow Springs
Willow Springs names Jurak interim police chief
Michael Jurak has been named interim police chief in Willow Springs. He joined the department in 2007.
WILLOW SPRINGS POLICE
Police reports from Willow Springs
Summit
Grito Fest draws over 8,000 to Summit Park
Grito Fest drew more than 8,000 people over four days, organizer Adrian Valladolid said, marking the…
Argo Temple marks 100 years of faith in Summit
Pastor Wheeler Parker Jr. and First Lady Dr. Marvel Parker invited the community to celebrate 100…
LaGrange
St. Laurence High breaks ground for huge new fieldhouse
St. Laurence High School breaks ground on a 34,000-square foot fieldhouse to be ready for the…
Patricia Metsch remembered for faith, family, humor and a life well-lived
Patricia Metsch, remembered for her humor, faith and devotion to family, leaves behind a legacy of…
Palos Park
Palos Park CERT volunteers contribute more than 1,500 hours each year
Palos Park CERT volunteers contribute more than 1,500 annual hours to emergency preparedness, training, public education…
Palos Park parade rolls out hometown pride
Palos Park residents gathered for the annual Autumn in the Park parade featuring the marching band,…
Justice
JUSTICE POLICE
Police reports from Justice
I&M Canal authority hosts ‘Crossroads of America’ history celebration at Justice Park
The I&M Canal National Heritage Corridor Civic Center Authority will host a free, family-friendly history celebration Saturday, Sept. 26, at the Justice Park…
Brookfield
Martinez named Brookfield Police Officer of 2025
Brookfield names the police officer of the year for 2025
Slager’s On 66 coming to Countryside
Brookfield bar owner to open a new place in Countryside.
Archer Heights – Chicago
Garcia helps Midway Airport land $5.5M federal grant
U.S. Rep. Jesús “Chuy” García (D-4th) announced last week that Chicago’s Midway International Airport will receive $5.5 million in federal grant…
Eight arrested in 8th District on charges ranging from gun possession to sexual abuse
Eight people were arrested in the 8th District over a five-day period on charges including felony gun possession, domestic battery, retail…
OPINIONS
Ray Hanania: Trump betrays America and Republican Party
It is amazing how so many Americans were duped by Donald Trump, a convicted felon who has one priority: to serve himself and his family.
IFT wrong to demand Meta settlement cash for schools
Hours after the social media giant Meta agreed last Wednesday to settle a case brought by 47 state attorneys general and implement reforms to protect children from social media harms, the Illinois…
Rich Miller: Dueling versions of harassment complaint divide House Dems
Yet another sexual harassment allegation has been made against an Illinois House Democrat. But this time, the House Speaker’s operation is fully supporting its incumbent.
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