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Hickory Hills earns EV readiness recognition from Metro Mayors Caucus
The City of Hickory Hills has been recognized and awarded for completing the EV Readiness Program. The Program involves government initiatives that streamline EV guidelines, expand for EVs, and...
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Hickory Hills council approves liquor license for St. Patricia Polish Festival
During the Hickory Hills October 24 meeting, the City Council approved a St. Patricia Polish Festival liquor license, scheduled for Saturday, November 9, 2024. The event will be held at St. Patricia’s...
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Rid Litter Day brings Palos Park residents together
Rid Litter Day is a designated community event that encourages residents to clean up litter, primarily focusing on roadside trash to keep their community clean and tidy. On the morning of Saturday,...
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District 218 college fair links students to opportunities
Richards High School senior Najah Steave says he’s ready to embark on life’s next chapter, though searching for the perfect college can be overwhelming. To pave the way for student success, Community...
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First woman to lead SD109: Skoczylas steps into superintendent role
Crystal Skoczylas has made history as the first woman to serve as superintendent of Indian Springs School District 109, a role she stepped into as the new school year began. In April, the SD109 Board...
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Green Hills Library Brings Stories to Your Ears
Sara Shahein, Klaudia Gorgon, Tessa Werden are the hosts of Checked Out, the new podcast from Green Hills Public Library, 10331 Interlochen Drive in Palos Hills, Three librarians at the Green Hills...
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District 123 launches early learning hub in Oak Lawn
On a bright morning in Oak Lawn, doors opened at Oak Lawn-Hometown School District’s newest addition, an Early Learning Center, ready to welcome its first curious learners. The Early Learning Center,...
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Tiny Art Takes Over Oak Lawn Library in Big Way!
Tiny works of art took over the Oak Lawn Public Library this week. The library at 9427 S. Raymond Ave. collaborated with Acorn to Oak Studios on a community art project featuring original artwork by...
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Playwright Dana Hall brings Christmas cheer to south suburbs with original play
Chicago-based actor, playwright, and voice actor Dana Hall is bringing the Christmas spirit to the south suburbs through her self-written play, My Kind of Christmas. “My Kind of Christmas is a love...
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Palos Hills Amends Fireworks Code, Honors Police Achievements
On Oct. 17, Palos Hills trustees unanimously approved stricter penalties for fireworks violations, increasing mandatory fines. Under the updated ordinance, violators—including individuals, businesses,...
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Mike Walsh’s Football Top 10, Week 11
1. MARIST (9-1) Last week: 8A, Beat Glenbrook South 42-14 This week: vs. Loyola Comment: After shaky start, RedHawks defense was excellent against the Titans. 2. LYONS (10-0) Last week: 8A, Beat Joliet...
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Marist pulls away in second half to win Class 8A playoff opener
Missing the IHSA playoffs last year for only the second time in 14 seasons was a bitter pill for Marist. “We had a letdown last year by not making the playoffs,” RedHawks linebacker Kevin Tomkins said....
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Unbeaten Quincy ends Argo’s season in Class 7A opener
Argo coach Phillip Rossberg knew it wouldn’t be easy going on the road to play unbeaten Quincy in a Class 7A opener on Nov. 2. Quincy quarterback Bradyn Little passed for six touchdowns as the 10-0...
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Shepard’s bounceback season ends in Class 6A opener
A rough start led to a season-ending loss for Shepard on Nov. 1. In the first three minutes of a Class 6A playoff opener against downstate Washington, the Astros fell behind 14-0 en route to a 52-21...
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Two-way star Myles Mitchell helps Richards advance
With Richards trailing late against visiting Dunlap in a Class 6A opener on Nov. 1, Bulldogs coach Tony Sheehan knew what time it was. Myles Mitchell time. “I’m not going to lie,” Sheehan said. “I went...
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Jack Elliott, Mount Carmel cruise in Class 7A opener
Before a Class 7A opener in Machesney Park on Nov. 1, Mount Carmel and Harlem had never played each other. The Huskies are likely fine with not seeing the Caravan again anytime soon, as the Caravan...
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Postseason roundup: McAuley wins 44th straight volleyball regional
The streak is up to 44. Mother McAuley won another regional championship in girls volleyball on Oct. 31 and that brings its total up to 44 straight regional or district championships after a 25-12,...
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Bridgeview jewelry heist suspects still at large, FBI offers $15,000 reward
Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul and the FBI are seeking the public’s help in apprehending masked men involved in four jewelry store robberies across three states, including two incidents in...
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Area sports roundup: Red Stars fall to eighth seed, will face Orlando
The Chicago Red Stars are heading into the NWSL playoffs with a three-game losing streak and will face the regular season’s best team. The eighth-seeded Red Stars visit top-seeded Orlando at 7 p.m....
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Loaf at first sight: Oak Lawn gets its first sourdough spot
A long line of customers show up before the opening of the Ancestral Oven and Sourdough Bakery and Cafe in Oak Lawn that was held the morning of Oct. 31. The Village of Oak Lawn welcomed its first...
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