CPS Axes Crossing Guard Service At 33 Intersections, Including 11 In The 19th Ward

Ald. Matt O'Shea blasts CPS decision to cut 11 crossing guards in 19th Ward without input from elected leaders, parents or school leaders.

Southsiders For Peace Stage 'No Peace For Fascists Rally' Saturday At 103rd Street And Western

Southsiders for Peace will stage a 'No Peace For Fascists' Rally on Saturday, July 26, at 103rd Street and Western Avenue.

Pepper Earns Accolades As Tiniest Dog In Smith Village Pet Parade

If you're looking for a well-behaved dog to be in your next stage production, Pepper is your gal.

Local Groups Ready To Make 'Good Trouble' Saturday At 103rd And Western, Orland Park

Southsiders For Peace and South Suburban Relentless are ready to make "good trouble" at local protests Saturday, July 19.

Smith Village Celebrates 19th Annual Pet Parade And Competition Friday

Doesn't matter if it's a dog, cat, bird or snake, a pet is a pet in the 19th annual Smith Village Pet Parade, Friday, July 11.

Blue Island Stray Dog Project Seeks Forever Home For 'A Good Boy'

Don't pass on Bowser because he's a pit mix. He loves belly rubs, catching a Frisbee and is a big star at Blue Island Beer Company.

Impromptu 'No War' Rally Draws Dozens To Southsiders for Peace Protest

Dozens of protesters gathered Monday at the Southsiders for Peace "no war" rally opposing U.S. involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict.

Southsiders For Peace Hold Emergency ‘No War’ Rally Monday At 103rd Street And Western Avenue

Southsiders for Peace are organizing an emergency 'no war rally,' Monday, June 23, at 103rd Street and Western Avenue.

Bring On The Heat: South Side Cooling Centers Open As Heat Wave Expected To Push Temps Above 100 Degrees

Here's some information to survive the excessive heat, including South Side cooling centers and where to report a power outage.

Smith Village Support Group Encourages Caregivers To Prioritize Their Own Well-Being

Caregivers of persons with dementia will learn self-care strategies for maintaining their own well-being Tuesday, June 17, at Smith Village.

'No Kings' Protests Planned Saturday on South Side, Orland Park

Southsiders for Peace and South Suburban Relentless will be joining the “No Kings” protests planned June 14 in Beverly and Orland Park.

Swing for a Cause at St. Coletta’s 36th Annual Kennedy Golf Outing

Tee off August 18 to support individuals with developmental disabilities

Father's Day Book Signing, Packaging, Mailing to Dads at Bookies Saturday; Meet Local Author Bob Allen

Beverly author's procrastinator special: First 20 book buyers postage and packaging paid in full for mailing to that special dad out there

Chicago Celebrates Sox Fan Pope Leo XIV At Rate Field

Tickets go on sale Friday, May 30, for 'Chicago Celebrates Pope Leo XIV' at Rate Field, featuring a special video message from the pope.

Over 1,000 Participants Expected At BAPA Memorial Day Ridge Run

Here's everything you need to know about the Beverly Area Planning Association's Ridge Run and Memorial Day Parade, Monday, May 26.

Veterans Agency To Lead Beverly-Morgan Park Memorial Day Parade

The Veteran's Assistance Commission of Cook County is named grand marshal of the Beverly-Mt. Greenwood Memorial Day Parade, Monday, May 26.

Beverly/Morgan Park House Tour Showcases 5 Architectural Gems

Step inside five of the community’s most beautiful private residences and a church Sunday, May 18, on the Beverly/Morgan Park Home Tour.

19th Ward Plans Veterans Resource Fair Wednesday At The Vineyard

In response to recent cuts in veterans services, the 19th Ward is hosting a Veterans Resource Fair Wednesday, May 14, at The Vineyard.

95th Street Farmers Market Opens For 2025 Season Sunday

The 95th Street Farmers Market will be open every Sunday, rain or shine, through Oct. 26 featuring community farms and artisans.

Annual Fundraiser at CD&Me Friday Keeps Frankfort Bluegrass Fest FREE

Three bands, food, craft beers, silent auction, raffle prizes included in fundraiser for free Frankfort Bluegrass Festival this July, 2025

Hit The Pavement For BAPA Ridge Run On Memorial Day

Register now for BAPA's Ridge Run on Memorial Day and take advantage of early bird discounts before April 30. Stick around for the parade.

“Independent Bookstore Day” A Homecoming For Local Author Bob Allen

Bookies of Beverly is one stop on the "2025 Chicagoland Indie Bookstore Day Crawl Saturday" for book lovers looking for books and discounts.

Mt. Greenwood Woman's Quilt To Be Raffled Off At CPMF Run To Remember

One of Jean Ricker's famous police tee-shirt quilts will be raffled off at the Chicago Police Memorial Foundation's "Run To Remember" 5K.

Community Input Sought On Eugene S. Pike House Survey

Help shape the future of the Eugene S. Pike House is Dan Ryan Woods by taking a short survey.

Special Needs Resource Fair Set For Saturday At Mount Greenwood Park

Individuals and families can connect with organizations serving the disability community Saturday, April 26, at Mt. Greenwood Park.

Southside Summer Festival Band Lineup Revealed, Tickets On Sale Now

Circle July 19 for Southside SummerFest for Poi Dog Pondering, Michael Glabicki of Rusted Root and Red Pop Fury at Marist's RedHawks Stadium

'Run To Remember' 5K Honors Fallen Chicago Police Officers

The Chicago Police Memorial Foundation is signing up runners and walkers for the 'Run To Remember' 5K, May 3, at Gold Star Memorial Park.

Free Seminar Offers Phishing Prevention Tips For Older Adults

Katherine Walsh from the Cook County Sheriff's Office will review scams targeting seniors Tuesday, April 1, at Smith Village. RSVP required.

Aspiring Eagle Scout Hosts Veterans Breakfast Sunday At Bourbon Street

There is still room at the table for the Brother Rice senior's free veterans breakfast March 30 at 115 Bourbon Street. RSVP required.

CPD And CFD Hockey Clubs Play Charity Game For Trooper Carns' Family

Chicago police and fire hockey clubs face off in a charity hockey game for fallen trooper's family March 22 at Morgan Park Sports Center.

B*U*B* Cafe Celebrates Women's History Month in Blue Island Sun Mar 30

Local Ladies of Legend, an invite to explore issues impacting women's hold on the world as leaders, nurturers, truth seekers, conquerers.

Thousands Cheer South Side Irish Parade In Snow

Photo highlights of the 2025 South Side Irish Parade.

Street Closures, Parking Restrictions For South Side Irish Parade

See which streets to avoid and when to avoid them on Parade Day.

Mary Carol Vanecko, Sister Of Former Mayor Richard M. Daley, Dies At 86

Vanecko was the second oldest of the seven children of former Mayor Richard J. Daley and First Lady Eleanor "Sis" Daley.

St. Cajetan Preschoolers Recreate North Avenue Beach, Take the Plunge

Seventy St. Cajetan preschoolers took part in a mini-Polar Plunge in advance of Polar Plunge Chicago, Sunday, March 2 at North Avenue Beach.

Pat's Pantry Valentine's Day Made Sweeter By Mercy Circle And McAuley

Mother McAuley students join Mercy Circle residents to decorate bags for Valentine's Day to share with families served by Pat's Pantry.

Local Author Book Signing Tour Continues Tuesday @ Blue Island Beer Co

Allen hails 'Massive Political Corruption' as a great beer, storyline in 'The Back Door to Heaven' book signing on Bocce Ball Night at 5p

Local Author Bob Allen is signing books at B*U*B Café in Blue Island

Sunday's book signing during Bub Cafe brunch will be followed by Tuesday's 5 p.m. event at Blue Island Beer Company during Bocce Ball night.

WGN's David Hochberg Hosts Vest-A-Thon Saturday With Ald. O'Shea

WGN host David Hochberg will host a radioathon Saturday, Feb. 22 to raise money to buy bulletproof vests for Chicago police officers.

O'Shea Pumps Gas, Spiffs Up Windows Friday For Get-Behind-The-Vest

A portion of gas sales will be donated to “Get Behind the Vest” for every gallon sold from Feb. 17-Feb. 21, at Shell, 2632 W. 111th St.