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From WWII Hero to Family Legend: Joseph Procopio Turns 100
Joseph Procopio’s 100th birthday, honoring the World War II veteran, devoted family man and hardworking father of six.
Tractor Discovery Day raises farming awareness
Hosted by the newly opened Tractor Supply Company store on Monee-Manhattan Road, the event featured kids’ farm games and activities, free hot dogs and hamburgers,…
Harris announces $560,000 coming to area libraries
State Sen. Napoleon Harris III announced that Peotone libraries would be receiving almost $30,000 in grant money from the Secretary of State’s office.
Bluegrass takes over Frankfort
The Frankfort Bluegrass Festival welcomed award-winning performers, international musicians and families for a weekend of free music and community fun.
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Monee Chamber hands out two scholarships
Recipients of the 2026 Monee Chamber of Commerce scholarships are honors students and volunteers looking to make a difference in the community.
Manteno Garage Sales
Manteno held their citywide garage sales last weekend with more than 80 residents participating. The streets were bustling with activity, and turnout was great.
Vote, veto, vote: Manteno dysfunction continues
At the June 15 board meeting, Mayor Annette LaMore made an emergency appointment to hire the Vasselli Law Firm as the village’s attorney after sending longtime Manteno…
Prep Sports
Ex-Marist star Carnell Tate returns to his roots to help next generation of players
Carnell Tate, who is heading into his first season with the NFL’s Tennessee Titans, returned to Chicago to speak with high-school players and donate gear.
Nazareth’s Landon Thome highlights local MLB Draft class, going to White Sox
The White Sox picked Landon Thome, the Royals selected former Brother Rice star Zion Rose and Lyons’ Jack Slightom, and the Reds picked Brother Rice grad Jack Lausch.
Mayhem
Former Argo D217 superintendent pleads not guilty to theft and official misconduct
William Toulios, the former superintendent of Argo Community High School District 217, has been charged with theft and official misconduct for…
Bridgeview man’s accused killer offered 30-year plea deal
The alleged killer of a Bridgeview man has been offered a deal for 30 years in prison, but the family of…
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Beecher Muskies manager Fred LeSage reaches 1,000-win milestone in 33rd season
Fred LeSage has been with the Beecher Muskies as a player or manager for all of their 49 seasons and…
Area roundup: Riverside-Brookfield’s Owen Murphy makes MLB debut
Pitcher Owen Murphy, a 2022 Riverside-Brookfield graduate, became the second local player to make his major-league debut this season.
Football notebook: Crete’s Jeremiah Stonewall among state’s top recruits
Crete-Monee running back Jeremiah Stonewall has offers from five Big Ten schools.
After picking Northern Illinois, Sandburg’s Lucas Matykiewicz to focus on senior year
Lucas Matykiewicz caught 21 passes for 246 yards and two touchdowns for Sandburg’s Class 8A playoff qualifier last fall.
Kendall Meyers, Marist turn the page after last season’s state-title run
Kendall Meyers, a rising senior guard with four Division I offers, is the lone starter back from Marist’s Class 4A…
Area roundup: Fire sign international star Robert Lewandowski
Robert Lewandowski, who has scored more than 700 goals in international competition, has signed with the Chicago Fire and could…
Nazareth’s Jaden Fauske sets triples record for White Sox farm team
In his first season with Single-A Kannapolis, Nazareth graduate Jaden Fauske has set a franchise-record with eight triples.
Chicago Bears Hallmark movie needs local extras
Hallmark Media, the NFL, and Skydance Sports are casting extras for the film, which will shoot July 7 and 8…
Nazareth’s Landon Thome is Southwest Regional Baseball Player of the Year
Florida State commit and MLB Draft prospect Landon Thome hit .532 with a .623 on-base percentage and a 1.054 slugging…
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Orland Park
Teddy bears take over Orland Square Mall
Orland Square Mall’s Teddy Bear Picnic will bring families together for an afternoon of crafts, entertainment, Bearamy and summertime fun.
Three charged with DUI in separate incidents
Three charged with DUI in separate incidents
Palos Heights
Palos Heights celebrates Independence Day with annual parade
Thousands lined Harlem Avenue as Palos Heights celebrated Independence Day with its annual parade led by grand marshal Mayor Bob…
Classic Cars will be cruising back into Palos Heights
Hundreds of vintage vehicles, live music, food and family fun return to downtown Palos Heights for the annual Classic Car…
Bridgeview
Porfirio announces over $180,000 coming to area libraries
Eleven libraries and school districts across the 11th Senate District will receive more than $180,000 in state grants to upgrade security, expand collections, and boost…
Cook County reassesses Stickney Township properties; appeals due August 12
Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi has released initial assessments for residential and commercial properties across Stickney Township, affecting homeowners and business operators in Stickney, Forest…
Worth
Man shoots self in head in Worth
Worth police responded to a well-being check on the 7100 block of West 107th Street on Wednesday morning and found…
Towns clean up after ‘double whammy’ of storms whip area
An EF-2 tornado last week left devastation in its wake from Hickory Hills to Midway Airport, according to the National…
Evergreen Park
Hometown hypnotist Chris Jones brings the magic back to Beverly
Beverly native Chris Jones returns home July 11 with two interactive shows, showcasing the magic and hypnosis career that began…
From newsroom to gallery: Kelly White captures the heart of America
Kelly White’s America 250 exhibit celebrates the nation’s anniversary through portraits, community moments, and reflections on everyday American life.
Burbank
New trustee appointed in Grant Park amid IRS ‘unpleasantness’
The Grant Park Board of Trustees has appointed Brian Martin, the brother of Trustee Jason Martin, following the resignation of Trustee Julie Quinn,…
Police Blotter
Disclaimer: Charges against each defendant are merely accusations, with all defendants presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. BEECHER On…
Oak Lawn
Oak Lawn police charge six in traffic stops, theft and weapons cases
Oak Lawn police charged six people in six days for traffic violations, theft, DUI and weapons possession across the southwest suburb.
New mural at Oak Lawn Pavilion captures community spirit of Fourth of July tradition
A new mural at the Oak Lawn Pavilion celebrates the community’s beloved Fourth of July fireworks tradition while showcasing hometown pride.
Willow Springs
Drunken driving, speeding motorcycle, Jeep surfing: Willow Springs police blotter
Drunken driving charge after accident A 64-year-old man was cited for driving under the influence of alcohol and failure to reduce speed to…
Drunk driver hits Willow Springs squad car and flees
Willow Springs squad car struck by drunken driver who sped away and was chased.
Summit
Summit veteran returns to Golden Age Games, wins medal in Tampa
Therese Mines-Anderson of Summit has found her retirement calling on the badminton court, bowling lane, and…
Summit bookstore brings big dreams to Archer Avenue
Booktique Unlimited, a new Summit microbookstore, opens Aug. 29 with books, community programs, and a family-friendly…
LaGrange
La Grange pet parade returns May 30
Parade kicks off downtown celebration with new mascot and a hall of famer as honorary grand…
Lyons Township High School honored at Governor’s Blue Ribbon Schools ceremony
Lyons Township High School was one of only 28 schools statewide to receive the inaugural Illinois…
Palos Park
Palos Park keeps America 250 celebration going strong
America’s 250th birthday celebration continued Thursday evening in Palos Park, where music, patriotism and community came…
Palos Park police join LaGrange Road speeding crackdown
Palos Park residents have complained of speeders and loud vehicles in the area, especially on LaGrange…
Justice
Child endangerment, cell phone ticket, altered plate: Justice police blotter
DUI and child endangerment A 40-year-old man was charged with child endangerment after his two young sons, ages 3 and 1, were found…
Justice Chamber celebrates America’s 250th a week early
The Justice Chamber of Commerce brought the Fourth of July celebration to town on Saturday, June 27, with hot dogs, hamburgers, bingo, raffles,…
Brookfield
New bookstore in Brookfield works with community
New Book Joy Booktique opened in late April in a small storefront at 3741 Prairie Ave. in Brookfield.
Liberty Bell replica rededicated in Brookfield
The Liberty Bell replica near Broofielld Village Hall was rededicated after the Fourth of July parade, 50 years to the day after it…
Archer Heights – Chicago
City Council hears from youth: Invest in neighborhoods, not punishment
At a hearing on Chicago’s teen gatherings, young people and researchers challenge enforcement-focused policies, pointing to evidence that community investment —…
Rhine VFW hosts annual dog and cat adoption event
The Rhine VFW Post 2729 filled with potential adopters, supply vendors, and rescue animals Friday as the Regarding Rainey Non-Profit Dog…
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.
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Rooted in Chicago’s southwest side neighborhoods like Garfield Ridge, Archer Heights, and Clear Ridge, The Southwest News Herald has been a voice for the community since 1924.
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The Vedette began as a cornerstone of local journalism in Peotone, Illinois, in 1894 and expanded its reach.
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The Vedette began as a cornerstone of local journalism in Peotone, Illinois, in 1894 and expanded its reach to surrounding counties and towns, including Manteno.
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