Burbank
Campaign 2021: Burbank alderman challenges Viverito in Stickney Township
By Bob BongÊ Retiring Burbank alderman Jason Pyle is challenging longtime Stickney Township Supervisor Lou Viverito in the April 6 election.Ê “Lou did a number of things right for a number of years,” said Pyle, who has served as a Burbank alderman for 26 years. “But it’s time for a change. I don’t like some……
Read More2 men charged with murder in Bridgeview shooting
By Bob BongÊ Murder charges were approved for the two men arrested for the fatal shooting of a man waiting in line at the Bridgeview Secretary of State Driver’s facility last Wednesday afternoon.Ê Matthew Givens, 23, of Lansing, and Cortez Hudson, 24, of Chicago, were each charged with murder and attempted carjacking.Ê Police said Givens……
Read MoreHigh School Football: Reavis Boles over Oak Lawn
By Steve Metsch Correspondent Rashaad Boles is not one to seek the spotlight. Rather, it finds him. After he scorched Oak Lawn for four touchdowns and 252 yards on 26 carries — leading Reavis to a 36-12 victory in Burbank on March 26— the humble senior was more interested in talking about how the Rams……
Read MoreStill trying to adjust to ‘spring ahead’
On this day in 1918, Congress established time zones and approved daylight savings time. I hope everyone has adjusted to the time change last weekend. I have not. It always takes me a while to adjust. I complained about it in a previous column. I will try to make this the last time I complain……
Read MoreHow much Covid relief is coming to area communities
Alsip $2,311,456 Burbank $3,495,044 Chicago Ridge $1,720,774 Crestwood ……
Read MoreEvergreen Park mayor is optimistic about economy post-pandemic
By Joe Boyle Despite marking a year of the pandemic this past week, Evergreen Park Mayor James Sexton believes he can see the light at the end of the tunnel. The mayor said that the economic outlook this year for the village is encouraging. “Our sales tax has picked up,” Sexton said during the Evergreen Park……
Read MoreBoys Soccer: Shepard begins defense of SSC Red crown with win over Reavis
By Steve Millar Correspondent Shepard is the two-time defending South Suburban Red boys soccer champion and, although the Astros lost many key pieces of those two championship runs to graduation last year, they don’t intend on giving up the throne. “That had never been done before in school history, winning two straight championships,” senior defender……
Read MoreCovid Relief Money
Here’s the amount of money going to local communities Bedford ParkÊ$74,623 BridgeviewÊ$1,988,626 BrookfieldÊ$2,262,161 BurbankÊ$3,495,044 CountrysideÊ$733,009 Forest ViewÊ$82,283 Hickory HillsÊ$1,693,841 HodgkinsÊ$243,513 Indian Head ParkÊ$459,474 JusticeÊ$1,557,691 LyonsÊ$1,281,438 McCookÊ$27,181 StickneyÊ$811,215 SummitÊ$1,373,358 Willow SpringsÊ$694,462 Source: Illinois Municipal League To view this page you will need to log in or sign up for a subscription. To subscribe visit https://www.southwestregionalpublishing.com/subscription-pricing-page/
Read MoreBigger towns hit covid relief jackpot
Millions in aid coming while officials wait on spending rules By Bob Bong Congress approved and President Biden last week signed the massive federal Covid relief bill that includes direct payments to most taxpayers, more aid for restaurants and other businesses hit hard by the pandemic, and billions for schools, hospitals, states, counties and local……
Read MoreBoys Basketball: St. Laurence rides senior duo to win over De La Salle
Gabe Metzger scores 14 in second half; Darius Wilson has 26 points, 10 boards By Steve Millar Correspondent Gabe Metzger caught fire and things turned around quickly for St. Laurence at the start of the second half Feb. 24 against De La Salle. Metzger, a senior guard, scored nine points in less than three minutes,……
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