Blue Island Park District Invites Residents to Help Shape Future of Parks, Programs

Residents will have an opportunity next month to help guide the future of parks, recreation programs and community services in Blue Island

Cook County School District 130 Strengthens Student Safety with New Programs, Increased Personnel

District-wide enhancements include additional safety liaisons, emergency response upgrades and a new therapy dog initiative

Sertoma Star Services Offers Free Online Mental Health Trainings Throughout May

Public invited to attend virtual sessions on suicide prevention, grief, anxiety, and depression in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month

Hills Chamber to Host Senior Resource Fair in Hickory Hills on April 30

Free event will connect seniors, caregivers and families with valuable services, answers and local resources

Sertoma Star Services Opens New Supportive Housing Community in Alsip

A ribbon cutting ceremony was held on March 31, 2026.

HUGE, FREE HOME SHOW Returns to Tinley Park on Feb. 21st & 22nd

100's of products & services for 1,000's of ideas for home remodeling, repairs and upgrades at the HUGE, FREE Tinley Park Home Show.

Cook County School District 130 Welcomes New Safety Director, Geoffery Farr

Former Blue Island Police Chief brings 27 years of experience to enhance safety protocols as new school year begins

School District 130 Shares Summer Tips for Student Online Safety

Helping Families Foster Safe, Balanced Summers with Expert Tips on Mental Health and Screen Time

Column: Rural Schools Face Persistent Educator Shortages

Rural districts still face deep staffing gaps despite stable statewide vacancy data, write three authors with AIRSS.

Unique Shopping Fundraiser set for March 29 and 30

Sertoma Star Services to host annual Housewares Super Sale

Cook County School District 130 welcomes 2,900 students back to school

New year off to a strong start after District's safety, security and building updates over the summer

Turner Drew First-Grade Teacher Awarded Golden Apple for Excellence

Alicia Carlisle, first-grade teacher at Turner Drew Language Academy honored with the prestigious Golden Apple Excellence in Teaching Award

Floor Coverings International Brings The Floor to Your Door

US Army Veteran Brings No. 1 Flooring Brand to Southwest Chicago

SELL Cook County Hospitals System Now

System Cost $4 Billion Suburban Property Taxes

Holiday Bazaar Raises Money for Sertoma

Shop Local, Give Local

Crime with a Weapon 5-10-25 Automatic Sentence

This Law Removes Weapons and Protects Communities

CHICAGO CRIME moving OPERATIONS to SUBURBS

Police Departments can use RICO Law

How will a New County Benefit You?

Millions of Dollars Returned to the Communities

Divide Cook County into Three Counties

$909 Million dollar property tax increase

Robbins Mayor Sued Over Whistleblower Firing

The lawsuit alleged various illegal and unethical acts.

Midlothian’s Chicago Wingz Around the World Reopens

The celebration included free wings and music

Robbins' Mayor Bryant Fires Police Chief for Blowing Whistle

The Robbins Chief of Police David Sheppard was fired after questioning the ethics of the Mayor's office

Worth Township Hosts 3rd Annual Drive-Thru Trunk or Treat

Kids can wear their costumes, view the decorated trunks and get a bag of candy from their cars Oct. 27 at Worth Township Hall in Alsip.

7-Eleven Celebrates Grand Opening of new Alsip Store

Sox Great Ron Kittle will sign autographs, Lane Elementary receives $711 check and FREE SLURPEES for all

Smoothie King Opens New Locations In Crestwood And Chicago Ridge

Offers Diverse Menu with No Artificial Flavors or Added Sugars

Elim Christian Services 5K to Raise Funds for Bridge Rebuild

Elim's iconic covered bridge that stood for almost 50 years, was washed in May of last year due to flooding.

Sertoma seeking local heroes for annual cook-off event

WANTED! Heroes willing to share their master-chef-skills by volunteering for a good cause

Who Went to Work on February 15 & 16?

Blue Cap Staff Weather the Storm in Support of Serving People with Intellectual Disabilities

Blue Cap Celebrates 54 Years of Providing Excellent Services

Blue Cap, located in Blue Island, Serves People within the Community for 54 Years

New Drive-Thru COVID-19 Testing Site Now Open In Crestwood

Crestwood announces drive-through Alzein COVID-19 Testing Center at 14025 S Kostner Avenue

Amazing Dog Dino Seeks Loving Forever Family

Help Dino find a home.

FREE Movie Themed event @ Midlothian Library w/Prizes & Ice Cream

Midlothian Public Library 14701 S. Kenton Avenue, Midlothian, IL 60445 9:30AM until 4:15PM

MOVIE POSTER MATCHING EVENT w/Prizes at CHICAGO RIDGE LIBRARY

SAT. AUG 10

FREE ICE CREAM/Kids & Chance to Win Prizes-Movie Poster Matching

Visit the ALSIP LIBRARY on June 15 from 9:30am until 4:15pm for some REEL fun!!

Free Family MOVIE POSTER MATCHING EVENT w/Prizes at Alsip Library

Free Family MOVIE POSTER MATCHING EVENT w/Prizes at Alsip Library on June 15....KIDS get Free "Dairy Queen Dollars" for ice cream!!

Rita: Putting People to Work Through Gaming Bill

State Rep. Bob Rita leads the push in Springfield for a historic gaming expansion bill to fuel capital, economic development

Volunteer Effort in South Suburban Forest Preserves Paying Off

Friends of the Chicago River and partners tout success of Centennial Volunteers, seek new members.

Forest Preserve Volunteer Group Looking for New Members

Learn all about Centennial Volunteers at a February 7 meeting.

Take this local travel survey, earn $50

Detailed survey will guide regional transportation investments

Take this local travel survey, earn $50

Detailed survey will guide regional transportation investments

Action Sertoma Donates K9 For Cops to CPMF

Action Sertoma K9 for Cops on the Mag Mile