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Super Bowl champ Jake Elliott an inspiration for Lyons
Kickers don’t always get a lot of attention, but one Lyons alum is the exception to that rule.Jake Elliott, has established himself as one of the greatest kickers in Super Bowl history after helping...
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Argo’s Yusuf Saleh, Kassam Saleh have their senior moment
While Argo guards Yusuf Saleh and Kassam Saleh share the same last name, the two seniors aren’t related.Besides their surnames, the Salehs also have a common passion for basketball that was fully on...
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Oak Lawn boys get a playoff preview
Oak Lawn boys basketball coach Jason Rhodes knew what he was doing when he renewed the series with Jones of the Public League this season.It wasn’t so much to get a win — though a win was gotten on...
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College notebook: David Olmos sets pace for Olivet Nazarene
For Olivet Nazarene’s David Olmos, there is more to being a track athlete than putting on a pair of gym shoes and running in circles.“It’s a life-lesson sport,” Olmos said. “It teaches you so many...
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Roller disco derby rolls into Green Hills Public Library
The Green Hills Public Library swapped bookshelves for a boogie wonderland as it hosted its first-ever Roller Disco Day on Saturday afternoon. The highly anticipated event transformed the library’s...
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Michael Madigan: The Rise and Fall
“The Velvet Hammer.” “Sphinx.” “King of Illinois.” “The Wizard of Oz.” “The Real Governor of Illinois.” “Himself.”Michael Madigan was called all of these names and more during his five-decade career in...
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Local reaction mixed to Madigan conviction
Some former constituents had mixed feelings after a federal jury returned a split verdict last week in the trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, who was found guilty of 10 corruption...
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Lenear Bolden gives short-handed Evergreen Park a lift
A recent lineup shakeup at Evergreen Park, which has just seven active players, has opened up some opportunities. Junior guard Lenear Bolden is one who has taken advantage.Evergreen Park coach Jim...
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Freshman Amari Williams steps up for Shepard
A bright spot for Shepard’s boys has been the play of freshman Amari Williams.“I’ve been trying to build up my role a little bit recently and try to help more defensively and offensively,” Williams...
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Area roundup: Moraine Valley men find their groove
Things looked pretty bleak on Jan. 25 for Moraine Valley’s men’s basketball team.The Cyclones fell 72-64 at Rock Valley for their third loss in a row and their record dropped to 8-13.But coach Kyle...
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Arab American voices take center stage at candidates’ forum
Hundreds of Arab American community members, elected officials, and candidates packed Niko’s Banquets in Bridgeview on Sunday for the 40th annual Arab American Democracy Coalition Candidates’ Forum...
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Fans sad to see Joann Fabrics closing
For decades, Joann Fabrics and Crafts has been a go-to destination for crafters, quilters, and DIY enthusiasts, but soon, its doors in Orland Park will close for good. The store at 15752 S. La Grange...
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Orland Park pulls offer in TIF tiff with school districts
A longtime tug of war between school districts 135 and 230 and the Village of Orland Park over Tax Increment Finance money will be put on hold.Since 2021, the village and the districts have made...
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Groundskeeper accused of stealing $4,000 from Oak Hills Country Club
A groundskeeper at Oak Hills Country Club Village faces a felony charge of online theft by deception after allegedly using the club’s commercial account to purchase $4,000 in e-gift cards without...
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Palos Hills author shares message of peace in debut children’s book
As Black History Month unfolds, it serves as both a celebration and a reflection and a time to honor the past while looking toward the future. For Melrick Steele, a self-taught artist and first-time...
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Two Moms, a coffee truck, and a passion for community
On any given morning, you might find Kelly Devine and Katie McEnery parked at a farmers market, a youth sports field, or even a bustling convention center, steaming milk and crafting lattes from the...
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Chicago Ridge families celebrate love and togetherness
In a heartwarming celebration of love and family, the Chicago Ridge Park District welcomed parents, children, and extended relatives to its second annual Family Sweetheart Social on Friday, Feb. 14....
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St. John Fisher seventh-graders work with SD218 ATP students
Education went beyond the classroom when seventh-graders from St. John Fisher School joined Community High School District 218’s Adult Transition Program for a day full of learning and fun.The Adult...
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Photo by Angel captures moments, creates memories
On a quiet afternoon in Palos Hills, Angel Malone is in her element — adjusting the lighting, offering gentle guidance to a toddler posing for a milestone birthday portrait. Behind the camera, she sees...
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Author inspires with new book on Illinois adventures
Melanie Holmes has spent a lifetime exploring the roads, trails, and hidden gems of Illinois. Now, the award-winning author, speaker, and educator has captured the essence of the state in her latest...
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