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Rose Ann Toledo, 73
Rose Ann Toledo, née Cochrane, 73, died Thursday at Christ Hospital, surrounded by her family. She was the wife of Guadalupe Toledo, and they celebrated 51 years of marriage.She was the mother of...
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Marian P. Hauppa, 92
Marian P. Hauppa, a lifelong resident of Chicago’s Garfield Ridge neighborhood, died at home on Dec. 6, 2024. Born to the late Francis and Marie Bowman, Hauppa was a devoted sister to the late Frances...
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Ronald F. Regan Sr., 76
Ronald F. Regan Sr.. a proud U.S. Marine Corps veteran of the Vietnam War and retired Chicago firefighter, died on Dec. 7, 2024. He was 76. A resident of the Garfield Ridge community since 1988, Ronald...
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Daniel T. Dacanay, 57
Daniel T. Dacanay, a lieutenant with the Chicago Police Department and a distinguished Scoutmaster, died at home on Dec. 6, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was 57.A resident of Chicago’s Garfield...
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Widow of man killed in McCook says he’s ‘alive in my heart’
For more than two hours Tuesday, Ana Lopez sat patiently in Room 110 at the Bridgeview Courthouse.She was waiting on yet another status hearing to begin for the man charged with killing her husband...
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Worth considers new garbage ordinance adjustments
An ordinance that was recently passed to prevent garbage from overflowing from containers outside apartment complexes may be an unfair burden for some owners in Worth, according to one trustee.An...
View ArticlePalos Heights mayor touts quality of life improvements during reelection push
For more than two decades, Mayor Robert Straz has guided Palos Heights through a period of transformation. From stabilizing finances to enhancing public amenities, Straz has worked to ensure the city’s...
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Palos Heights mayoral candidate Jeffery Key pledges leadership for the next...
For 14 years, Alderman Jeffery Key of Ward 1 has been a steadfast advocate for Palos Heights, serving its residents with a collaborative spirit and a dedication to preserving the city’s charm while...
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Decades of experience or new leadership? Palos Hills faces pivotal choice in...
Mayor Gerald Bennett, who has led Palos Hills for more than four decades, announced his campaign for re-election, pledging to preserve the city’s charm while advancing infrastructure, public safety,...
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Rosa Ortega Zamora, 94
Rosa Ortega Zamora, a devoted mother, grandmother, and cherished member of the Clearing community in Chicago, passed away peacefully on December 30, 2024, at the age of 94.She was born on March 1,...
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Stoney Point Pub brings game-day spirit to Palos Park
The hum of camaraderie mingled with the aroma of sizzling burgers and freshly poured craft beer at Stoney Point Pub on a brisk Sunday afternoon in Palos Park. Bears and Packers fans, draped in team...
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Elizabeth Carbajal, 53
Elizabeth Carbajal, born Dec. 23, 1969, passed away on Dec. 14, 2023, at the age of 54.Visitation was held Thursday, Dec. 19, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Szykowny Funeral Home, 4901 S. Archer Ave., with...
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Rosa Puebla, 90
Rosa Puebla, born June 4, 1934, passed away on Dec. 21, 2024, at the age of 90.Visitation was held Sunday, Dec. 29, from 2 to 8 p.m. at Szykowny Funeral Home, 4901 S. Archer Ave., with Jonathan...
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Portillo’s brings speed and flavor to Orland Park with new drive-thru-only spot
Char-grilled burgers, cheese fries, and chocolate cake.Portillo’s opened its third pickup-only location on Thursday, Jan. 9, at 20 Orland Square Drive in Orland Square. A ribbon-cutting ceremony...
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Teen driver granted conditional release in Oak Lawn fatal crash
Peter SwensonA 19-year-old Chicago man, Peter Swenson, faces multiple felony charges after a fatal crash in Oak Lawn on Jan. 7 that killed one man and critically injured a child.The crash occurred...
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Luis Rey Herrera, 20
Luis Rey Herrera, 20, passed away on Dec. 21, 2024. Born Dec. 1, 2004, Herrera was remembered by family and friends as a compassionate and vibrant individual whose life left an indelible mark on those...
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Hickory Hills approves wage exemption, capital plan
The Hickory Hills City Council held its first meeting of the year on January 9, with Ald. Scott Zimmerman stepping in to lead in Mayor Mike Howley’s absence. The meeting addressed a range of city...
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Lights of Hickory Hills contest winners celebrated
Al Kasper and Janice Mastro, 8310 W. 91st St., won first place in the 4th Ward. (Photos courtesy of Hickory Hills)Winners of the 2024 Lights of Hickory Hills Decorating Contest were recognized during...
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Deputy police chief brings FBI training home to Hickory Hills
Before he ever dreamed of leading the Hickory Hills Police Department, Deputy Chief Adam Gulczynski was just a boy visiting the Little Red Schoolhouse or dancing the night away at a high school winter...
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Bronco’s Burritos brings authentic Mexican flavors to Justice
At Bronco’s Burritos, the essence of Mexican cuisine is on full display. From savory tacos and hearty burritos to traditional dishes like menudo and pozole, every item on the menu reflects the rich...
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