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Church members seek funds for repairs With cold weather on the horizon, members of Morgan Park United Methodist Church (MPUMC) are racing to raise funds to replace the historic building’s failing boiler—a repair they said is

Members of Morgan Park United Methodist Church are working to raise funds to replace the historic building’s failing boiler, a repair they said is critical to keeping the church open for worship and to host the many community programs based at the church.

Garden club hosts event at gallery The Garden Club of Morgan Park-Beverly Hills welcomed area residents for its annual free community event this year at one of Beverly’s cultural treasures—the John H. Vanderpoel Art Association and

The Garden Club of Morgan Park-Beverly Hills welcomed area residents for its annual free community event this year at one of Beverly’s cultural treasures—the John H. Vanderpoel Art Association and Gallery.

Volunteers join to build playground Over 100 volunteers gathered at Stan’s Park, 2235 Burr Oak Ave., in Blue Island, on Oct. 2 to help build a new community playground, a project that took over six

Over 100 volunteers gathered at Stan’s Park, 2235 Burr Oak Ave., in Blue Island, on Oct. 2 to help build a new community playground, a project that took over six hours and required many helping hands.

Police issue alert on vehicle break-ins The Chicago Police Department (CPD) issued a community alert on Oct. 3 about a recent spree of break-ins to commercial vehicles in the 22nd District, including Mt. Greenwood and Morgan

The Chicago Police Department issued a community alert on Oct. 3 about a recent spree of break-ins to commercial vehicles in the 22nd District, including Mt. Greenwood and Morgan Park.

Life in the pool leads to win in Chicago River Joe Higgins has spent his life swimming laps in neighborhood pools, but on a late-September morning, the Mt. Greenwood resident found himself cutting through an entirely different body of water.

Mt. Greenwood resident Joe Higgins swam his way to victory in the first river swim held in the Chicago River in almost a century.

“I’m just used to Kennedy Park and maybe seeing a couple of people playing volleyball nearby. This was totally different.”

Thinking of my Dad today. Missing watching hockey with him.

Hey there Bluesky, this is SCH site manager @davemelton.bsky.social checking in at the start of the season and I wanted to tell you a little bit about our site with the start of the Hawks season imminent.

That was one of the worst banner raising ceremonies ever. I understand the Panthers have been there done that but come on.

Ryan sets run for U.S. Senate A former Chicago Public Schools teacher and U.S. Marine Corps veteran with strong ties to the 19th Ward recently announced his candidacy for the U.S. Senate.

A former Chicago Public Schools teacher and U.S. Marine Corps veteran with strong ties to the 19th Ward recently announced his candidacy for the U.S. Senate.

Pope addresses crowd at ALS Walk The Les Turner ALS Foundation’s annual ALS Walk for Life brought out a large crowd on Sept. 20 as thousands walked in the annual event determined to find a cure

Before the Les Turner ALS Foundation's annual ALS Walk for Life began on Sept. 20, those in attendance witnessed a powerful moment as Pope Leo XIV delivered remarks broadcast to the crowd on a large video screen.

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South Side celebrates Leo choir’s performance on ‘AGT’ The Leo High School choir has officially ended its run on the NBC reality competition show “America’s Got Talent,” finishing in fourth place after a moving final performance on Sept.

The Leo High School choir has officially ended its run on the NBC reality competition show “America’s Got Talent,” finishing in fourth place.

“What really stands out is what good kids they are. They are some of the best kids in our school."

Measles exposure at Aldi in Crestwood The Cook County Department of Public Health (CCDPH) recently confirmed a case of measles in Crestwood, Illinois.

Cook County health officials identified Aldi Grocery Store, 4820 Cal Sag Rd., on Thursday, Sept. 24 between 5 to 7:30 p.m., as a point of public exposure to a recent measles case.

Bookies starts FAIR Fund As owner of Bookie’s New and Used Books, Keith Lewis has seen firsthand the disappointment of children when they walk away from their school’s book fair empty-handed.

A recognized 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, FAIR Fund Chicago launched in September with the goal to ensure that every student attending a book fair at school can choose and own books without cost, stigma or exception.

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BIG contract for Kaprizov… way to hold out for that extra million a year.

LePretre earns DAISY for work in labor, delivery Last summer, Emily LePretre, a Morgan Park resident and Advocate Christ Medical Center nurse, began a new role in labor and delivery, and she’s already made a big impact and

Advocate Christ Medical Center nurse Emily LePretre was recently honored with the DAISY Award.

“You can hear it from your coworkers and managers that you’re doing a good job, but when you hear it from a patient, it really kind of solidifies that you’re doing everything that you should be doing.”

Senator won’t run for another term in 18th State Sen. Bill Cunningham, a Democrat from Beverly, will not seek re-election to the Illinois Senate when his term is up.

State Sen. Bill Cunningham, a Democrat from Beverly, will not seek re-election to the Illinois Senate when his term is up.

Cunningham has endorsed former 35th District state Rep. Fran Hurley for the Senate seat.

ICE agents take action in local suburbs U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers have been spotted across the Chicago area, including near the 19th Ward.

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers have been spotted across the Chicago area, including near the 19th Ward.

EEOC files discrimination suit The Chicago District Office of the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is suing an assisted-living facility in Blue Island for discriminating against a pregnant employee.

The Chicago District Office of the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is suing an assisted-living facility in Blue Island for discriminating against a pregnant employee.

Leo High School finishes 4th on 'America's Got Talent' The Leo High School choir has officially ended its run on the NBC reality competition show "America's Got Talent," finishing in fourth place after a moving final performance on Sept.

The Leo High School choir has officially ended its run on the NBC reality competition show "America's Got Talent," finishing in fourth place.

"I am so proud of what you have achieved. You have an amazing talent; you have an amazing mentor; and it has been an honor having you on the show."

New studio among sites for Art Walk When the Beverly Art Walk steps off on Saturday, Sept. 27, visitors will be among the first to step inside local artist Ashley January’s new studio space.

When the Beverly Art Walk steps off on Saturday visitors will be among the first to step inside local artist Ashley January’s new studio space.

“This is a little bit different for me because I feel like it’s an expansion, another leg of my artistic practice. It’s a way for me to give back."

#JimmyKimmelLive had 6.3M viewers last night 📺

• Most-watched regular episode ever
• This is despite blackouts in many cities

Frunchroom set to present final episode After a decade of giving stage to stories from the South Side, a longtime local storytelling series is set to end.

After a decade of giving stage to stories from the South Side, a longtime local storytelling series is set to end. The Frunchroom will host its final show on at the Beverly Arts Center, 2407 W. 111th St., on Tuesday, Sept. 30, at 7:30 p.m.

Grocer kicks off BAC drive A donation from County Fair Foods is helping set the stage for the next act of the Beverly Arts Center (BAC) by backing a fundraising effort for critical maintenance for

A donation from County Fair Foods is helping set the stage for the next act of the Beverly Arts Center by backing a fundraising effort for critical maintenance for the over 20-year-old building.

Sanders BBQ Supply makes New York Times list Sanders BBQ Supply, 1742 W. 99th St., opened in Beverly in June 2024, and the popular local eatery was recently recognized as one of the best restaurants in the country.

Sanders BBQ Supply, in Beverly, was recently named one of the top 50 restaurants in the United States by the New York Times.

“I opened up an email, and it just said congratulations. I just started tearing up. You just don’t believe it. I don’t know if it has hit me yet.”

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Rephorm puts emphasis on Pilates workout For Lauren Walsh, Pilates isn’t just exercise; it’s life-changing.

Lauren Walsh is channeling her personal journey into Rephorm, a studio and Pilates club set to open in Beverly later this month.

“You learn how to move in a way that you’re focusing so much on your body and on the little things. It just started to shift the way that I thought about life."

Dunlavy takes helm at SJF After five years of teaching math at St. John Fisher Elementary School (SJF), Colleen Dunlavy has moved from the classroom to the principal’s office, beginning her first school year at

After five years of teaching math at St. John Fisher Elementary School, Colleen Dunlavy has moved from the classroom to the principal’s office, beginning her first school year at the helm of the Falcons.

Mercy Circle to host Irish Classic outing When golfers gather at Ridge Country Club for the Mercy Circle Irish Classic, the day will end with a moment unlike any other outing.

The Mercy Circle Irish Classic will end with a moment unlike any other outing when five lucky golfers walk to the 18th tee, accompanied by the skirl of bagpipes, for their chance at a hole-in-one and a trip to Ireland.

Sunday Night Football just hits different.

This Josh Allen play brought out the Cris Collinsworth noises. 🏈🎙️ #NFL #SNF

Round of golf to support Kennelly memorial scholarship fund Later this month, supporters of a local scholarship will gather at Hickory Hills Golf Club, 8201 W. 95th St., for a round of golf and to honor the memory of

The 13th annual Nelly Open, a cornerstone event for the Kevin F. Kennelly Jr. Memorial Scholarship Fund, will be held on Friday, Sept. 19.