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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.
Brooke Simkins brings Trinity experience to Illinois Philharmonic
Brooke Simkins joins the Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra as development director after a decade at Trinity Christian College and long-standing collaboration.
Justice man charged in father’s fatal shooting in Forest View
A Justice man was charged Saturday with first-degree murder for the fatal shooting of his father in Forest View.
New owners at Sno Daze turn nostalgia into community favorite
A southwest suburban couple turns a decades-old love story into community connection after taking over Sno Daze Tropical Sno.
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CPS reopens Black Student Achievement Committee applications
TAG: The committee will support the Chicago Board of Education by helping to assure critical comprehensive representation, governance, oversight and monitoring of the city’s Black…
$550,000 Lucky Day Lotto ticket sold at Justice gas station
The ticket was purchased at the Exxon gas station located at 8359 S. Robert Road in Justice.
Evergreen Park ice rink glides into winter fun
Evergreen Park opens its outdoor ice rink for winter fun with affordable skating, hockey sessions, rentals, and private party options.
Prep Sports
Shepard’s Amari Williams back playing after wild ride
Amari Williams suffered an ankle injury after jumping out of a moving car whose brakes failed and which caught on fire.
Jaxon Jorgensen returns, helps Marist wrestlers win regional
Marist had 11 individual champions en route to winning its own Class 3A wrestling regional.
Mayhem
Car slams into beloved Beverly record shop on New Year’s Day
A car crashed into Beverly Phono Mart early New Year’s Day, damaging the popular Southwest Side record store.
Chaos in Brighton Park after Border Patrol agent shoots woman
A shooting in Brighton Park ignited fierce protests, leading President Trump to order deployment of National Guard troops in Chicago.
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Mike Clark’s girls basketball Top 5
Check out updates on the area’s top teams.
Mike Clark’s boys basketball Top 5
See which team joined the rankings this week.
College notebook: Sunny California suits Richards grad Sean Lewis
San Diego State football coach Sean Lewis said lessons learned from Richards legend Gary Korhonen helped pave the way for…
Samantha Austin, Nazareth knock off Benet in ESCC showdown
Samantha Austin, whose focus is usually on the defensive end, made a key 3-pointer as Nazareth got past AP Class…
Quinn Arundel steers Mother McAuley past Marist in OT
Senior Quinn Arundel scored 13 points, including the game-winning basket, as Mother McAuley got past Marist 53-52 in overtime.
Will Hooks, Sandburg rebound to edge Argo
Will Hooks had two putbacks and Will Jphnson contributed two steals as Sandburg rallied to beat Argo.
Comeback kid: Moraine Valley’s Reggie Strong back from horrific injury
Two and a half years after sustaining multiple injuries when he was hit by a car, Reggie Strong resumed his…
Sophomore Ben Delberto’s a big shot for Oak Lawn vs. Richards
Ben Delberto hit the go-ahead 3-pointer in the closing minutes as Oak Lawn beat crosstown rival Richards.
Area roundup: Davion Lawrence, St. Xavier eye strong finish
Oak Lawn graduate Davion Lawrence leads St. Xavier in scoring, 3-pointers and steals.
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Orland Park
Sandburg welcomes back Dr. Lexi Fosco for big leadership role
Carl Sandburg alum Dr. Lexi Fosco returns as Math and Business Division Chair, blending teaching experience with leadership expertise.
Orland Park police charge tutor for aggravated criminal sexual abuse
A former teacher believed to have sexually abused children in Evergreen Park and Orland Park was arrested this week by…
Palos Heights
Tone It Studio takes back the weight room for women
After a 110-pound weight loss journey, Toni St. Paul turned personal transformation into a space where women feel powerful in…
Palos Restaurant Week serves up tasty Deals Jan. 22–29
Palos Restaurant Week Jan. 22–29 highlights local dining in Palos Heights and Palos Park with special menus and discounts.
Bridgeview
Argo finance director Joe Rojek to resign
Joe Rojek was criticized by investigators for weakening financial controls that allowed the improper spending to continue.
3 Porfirio laws kick in on Jan. 1
Three new laws championed by state Sen. Mike Porfirio are among hundreds of new laws that will go into effect at the start of the…
Worth
Veteran Worth trustee decides to retire
The Worth Village Board marked the new year with appreciation for Trustee Pete Kats, who is retiring after nearly 20…
Southland Family Resource Fair to offer free activities and local support for families
The inaugural Southland Family Resource Fair offers free family fun, local resources, activities, and community connections for south suburban families.
Evergreen Park
Elderly Evergreen Park woman dies from exposure
An 81-year-old Evergreen Park woman found dead in her home Monday died of exposure, according to the Cook County Medical…
Evergreen Park names Missey as Employee of the Year
Mayor Kelly Burke presented a plaque to IT technician Bryan Missey for being selected as “Employee of the Year” at…
Burbank
Patricia A. Blankenship, 83
Patricia A. Blankenship, age 83, of Oak Lawn, IL, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Michael “Mike” Kazaitis, 68
Michael “Mike” Kazaitis, age 68, of Palos Park, IL, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Oak Lawn
UPDATE: Kolmar School threat was a ‘swatting’ incident
Oak Lawn police on Friday said the threat directed at Kolmar Elementary School in Oak Lawn has been ruled a hoax.
Amazon Fresh stores to close in Oak Lawn, Tinley Park
Amazon announced Tuesday that it would close all Amazon Go and Amazon Fresh stores including locations in Oak Lawn and Tinley Park. (Photo…
Willow Springs
Body found in Willow Springs identified as missing Justice man
The body found Saturday morning in a grassy area near Archer Avenue and La Grange Road has been identified as Christian Doss.
Willow Springs woman loses $8,700 in ICE scam
Willow Springs woman loses $8,700 to a scam artist who claimed to be an attorney who could help her boyfriend get out of…
Summit
Former Congressman Bill Lipinski marries grammar school friend
Former Congressman William O. Lipinski, 87, was married to Bonnie Whelehan during a small Catholic ceremony…
Former Summit police chief found guilty of taking bribe
Former Summit Police Chief John Kosmowski was found guilty in federal court Wednesday of taking a…
LaGrange
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…
Orland Park man charged in fatal LaGrange Highlands stabbing
Orland Park man to face murder charge in death of 16-year-old girl in LaGrange Highlands apartment…
Palos Park
Local riders celebrate Restaurant Week at Heights Cycle
Heights Cycle teams with local restaurants during Palos Area Restaurant Week, mixing workouts, tacos, ribs, raffles,…
Village loan will keep Palos Park library open
Palos Park Village Council members were not thrilled with bailing out the village library with a…
Justice
Longtime Justice animal clinic closes following veterinarian’s passing
Justice Animal Clinic has closed after the October 2025 death of Dr. Young Kang, leaving pet owners mourning a trusted caregiver.
Roberts Park firefighters take Santa on annual run
Roberts Park firefgighters held their annual Santa Run weekend collecting winter clothing and toys for families in Justice and Hickory Hills.
Brookfield
Brookfield Zoo becomes a movie set: Penguins, Polar Bears, and all
For eight days in December, Brookfield Zoo Chicago turned into a movie set for filming of the feature-length film “Christmas at the Zoo.”
Da Bears, Da Zoo: How Brookfield Zoo shared game-day juju
The Bears hadn’t even kicked off yet Saturday night, but Brookfield Zoo Chicago was already in game mode.
Archer Heights – Chicago
Lopez rips delay over budgeted $5 million gunshot detection system
After the Chicago City Council passed its 2026 spending plan over the objections of Mayor Brandon Johnson, the mayor set aside…
Chicago bans hemp edibles but allows beverages in compromise vote
Chicago aldermen voted 32-16 to allow hemp beverages, topical products and additives, while banning edibles.
OPINIONS
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…
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.
Ray Hanania: Can Conforti overcome GOP problems to unseat Casten?
Right now, I am not sure Republican challenger Niki Conforti is capable of defeating incumbent Democratic congressman Sean Casten.
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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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Rooted in the Chicago’s Southwest Side neighborhoods of Garfield Ridge and Clearing, The Clear-Ridge Reporter and Newshound, affectionally known to area residents as the “Yellow Paper,” has been a voice for the community for more than 70 years.
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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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