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Beware: Scammer impersonating Palos Park police chief
A senior citizen reported a scammer claiming to be Palos Park Police Chief Joe Miller called her house asking for money.
District 230 sweeps U.S. News rankings with three top schools
Carl Sandburg, Victor J. Andrew, and Amos Alonzo Stagg high schools have all been named among the nation’s best by U.S. News &…
Beecher Lions Club presents All American Day
On September 5, the Beecher Lions Club is sponsoring their 4th Annual “All American Day” in downtown Beecher.
Oak Lawn Chamber of Commerce searches for new leader as Fritz ends six-year run
Anne Fritz steps down after six years as Oak Lawn Chamber executive director to focus on her son’s transition program. The chamber seeks…
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
Check out top players, the schedule and more for the Stagg Chargers.
2026 football preview: Shepard Astros
Check out top players, the schedule and more for the Shepard Astros.
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Countryside’s Summer Concert Series extends into September
Bad weather has extgended the Summer Concert Series in Countryside, with the new final show set for 7 to 9 p.m. Sept. 3 at Countryside…
Give Piece a Chance wins Orland Park library puzzle race
A team called “Give Piece a Chance” won the Orland Park Public Library’s Puzzle Competition in July.
Open house today on La Grange zoning changes
La Grange to host an open house today, Aug. 27, about proposed changes in the zoning code.
Prep Sports
Vedette football roundup: Manteno rallies to beat Johnsburg
Logan Bufford passed for 194 yards and three touchdowns as Manteno beat Johnsburg 33-20.
Eli Chenoweth, Peotone rumble past Eisenhower
Eli Chenoweth ran for 191 yards and three touchdowns as Peotone beat Eisenhower 28-6 on Aug. 20.
Mayhem
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.
Oak Lawn police arrest six in retail theft, DUI, and assault casest Draft
Oak Lawn police arrested six people in late June and early July on charges including retail theft, drug possession, DUI, and…
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Area roundup: Stagg’s Max Strus traded to Los Angeles Clippers
Former Stagg star Max Strus will play for his fourth NBA team this winter after being traded from the Cleveland…
Mike Clark’s football Top 10
See where the area’s top teams are ranked heading into Week 2 of the season.
City football roundup: Jordan Boston, Goode set program record in 73-48 win
Check out scores and highlights from games around Chicago’s Southwest Side.
Area football roundup: Fleming brothers lead Marist past Simeon
Check out scores and highlights from around the area in Week 1.
Cory Isaac, Evergreen Park get past Ag. Science
Cory Isaac ran for a touchdown and Brady Bruen threw for a score as Evergreen Park beat Ag. Science 17-6…
Dardan Nreci has four touchdowns as Reavis races past De La Salle
Reavis ran for 384 yards, averaging 8.7 yards per carry, en route to the win.
Damani Morris, Stagg snap 10-game losing streak
Damani Morris ran for 203 yards and a touchdown as Stagg beat Romeoville 6-3 to win for the first time…
Your Town. Our Beat!
Orland Park
3 arrested for retail thefts in Orland Park
Orland Park police reports
Man sentenced to 15 years for armed robberies in Chicago suburbs
Perry Maple, 23, was a driver and gunman in a crew that stole nearly $700,000 from armored trucks and ATMs…
Palos Heights
Palos Heights will try again on rained out concerts, to hold 9/11 remembrance
Palos Heights will hold a remembrance ceremony for the 25th anniversary of 9/11 at city hall on Friday, September 11…
Jenny Bednarz wins Palos Heights classic car show raffle
The winners of the Palos Heights Classic Car Show raffles were announced at last week’s City Council meeting, though they…
Bridgeview
Bridgeview man charged with public indecency at Chicago Ridge business
A Bridgeview man was arrested and charged with public indecency following an Aug. 9 incident at a Chicago Ridge business.
Killer sentenced to 30 years for 2024 murder of Bridgeview man
Anthony Calderon, who was charged with the 2024 murder of Arturo Cantu Jr., has been sentenced to 30 years in prison with no chance of…
Worth
Worth reviews Lucas Berg development proposal
A proposal to develop the Lucas Berg Nature Reserve Reservoir property was presented before a standing-room crowd during the Worth…
Palos Park wants Metra to add more SouthWest trains
The Southwest line’s stops also include Oak Lawn, Chicago Ridge, Worth, Palos Heights and three stops in Orland Park.
Evergreen Park
Flock cameras under fire in Evergreen Park
Some residents are raising objections to the implementation of police security cameras in Evergreen Park, which they say are an…
Evergreen Park, Oak Lawn chambers bring past presidents together
Evergreen Park and Oak Lawn chambers brought five former presidents together to share business lessons, memories and the importance of…
Burbank
Joy M. Jacobs, 89
Joy M. Jacobs, 89, of Peotone, passed away on Monday, August 24, 2026, at Riverside Miller Healthcare in Kankakee. Born on November 23,…
Villages agree on resurfacing plan for Gilbert Avenue
La Grange, Willow Springs agree on Gilbert Avenue plan, sharing costs
Oak Lawn
Protesters claim Oak Lawn police biased against Arab Americans
Protesters rallied before an Oak Lawn Village Board meeting Tuesday night and called for Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul to investigate local police…
Oak Lawn police make six arrests in three days
Six people arrested in Oak Lawn over three days for DUI, drug possession, retail theft, obstruction, and speeding.
Willow Springs
WILLOW SPRINGS POLICE
police reports from Willow Springs
Willlow Fest draws big crowds despite some rain
Even with rain now and then, the annual Willow Fest in Willow Springs was a success from Thursday through Sunday.
Summit
Chicago Bears mascot makes a stop at Summit Library
Summit Public Library welcomed the Chicago Bears mascot, Staley, on Saturday, August 22, for an hour-long…
Old Timers Softball Club marks 50 years with free community picnic
The Old Timers Softball Club celebrated a half-century of summer tradition Saturday, August 22, hosting their…
LaGrange
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…
La Grange pet parade returns May 30
Parade kicks off downtown celebration with new mascot and a hall of famer as honorary grand…
Palos Park
Dukett takes helm at Palos West Elementary
Palos West Elementary School’s new principal, Joel Dukett, figured his future would be in psychology when…
Meet the heroes at Palos Fire Protection District’s Open House
Palos Fire District invites families to its annual Open House Sept. 13, featuring firefighter activities, safety…
Justice
JUSTICE
Police reports from Justice
No brake lights, cell phone use in Justice
No brake lights and using a cell phone behind the wheel lead to arrests in Justice
Brookfield
Brookfield to revise zoning code
Brookfield is in the process of revising its zoning code for the first time in about 60 years.
Brookfield beautification commission put into dormancy
Brookfield’s beautificaion commission is put into dormancy until it is needed again.
Archer Heights – Chicago
Southwest Side police make 8 arrests
Police arrested eight people on the Southwest Side between Aug. 12 and Aug. 24 on charges ranging from gun possession to…
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 —…
OPINIONS
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.
Elected officials need to make taxpayers the priority
What we don’t have is enough elected officials serving the taxpayers who ask the question: What can I do to cut back on spending and improve services?
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.
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