Comedy, Hoops & A Singing Monkey

South Side Pod previews the IHSA Basketball Tournament, talks comedy in Beverly & has a singing monkey in "30 Minutes of Good!"

SXU Student Hosts Book Signing For Debut Novel

Saint Xavier University student Myah Bawadi will sign copies of her debut fantasy novel "Infinity Legion" Feb. 28 on the Chicago campus.

St. Cajetan And Smith Village Cupids Make 'Valentines For Vets'

St. Cajetan students joined Smith Village residents in brightening Valentine's Day for 45 vets from Rush Hospital's "Road Home" program.

Lewis Alum Comedy Showcase Raises Awareness of Mental Health Issues

Four Chicago comics take the Beverly Arts Center stage, Saturday, Feb. 25, in a showcase benefitting Lewis University counseling services.

South Side Irish Parade Kicks Off Festivities With Pre-Parade Party

The annual pre-parade fundraiser at 115 Bourbon Street on Feb. 25 features Irish music, bites, beverages and selection of the Parade Queen.

Beverly Bakery Makes Traditional South Side Paczki for Fat Tuesday

Glazed, powdered or plain, Beverly Bakery and Cafe is preparing to sell thousands of paczki on Fat Tuesday, Feb. 21.

Let Ald. O’Shea Pump Your Gas At Kean Bros For ‘Get Behind The Vest’

Ald. Matt O'Shea will be the celebrity attendant Feb. 17 at Kean Bros, which is donating a portion of gas sales to Get Behind the Vest.

Marching Toward The Parade

South Side Pod has the scoop on this year's South Side Irish Parade and all of the festivities leading up to it.

CPD and CFD Hockey Teams To Play Charity Hockey Game For Danny Golden

Chicago police and fire hockey teams will face off in a charity hockey game for Danny Golden, Feb. 25 at the Morgan Park Sports Center.

Get Behind The Vest Pancake Breakfast Returns Sunday After Hiatus

The 19th Ward's pancake breakfast, benefiting the Get Behind The Vest initiative, returns Sunday, Feb. 19 at St. John Fisher Church.

South Suburban Death Notices, Week of February 13

South suburban obituaries and available visitation information.

WGN's Hochberg, 19th Ward Ald. O'Shea Partner For Vest-A-Thon Project

David Hochberg and Ald. Matt O'Shea have partnered to raise hundreds of thousands of dollars to help purchase bulletproof vests for cops.

Joyner Leaving, Saint Xavier University Begins Search For President

Laurie Joyner, who has served as the president at SXU since 2017, will become the first woman to serve in the role at St. Norbert College.

Applications Open For South Side Irish St. Patrick's Parade Queen

Young ladies of Irish ancestry have until Saturday to apply to be the queen for next month's South Side parade and represent the community.

Beverly Arts Center Honors Champions of the Arts, Saturday, March 4th

Patricia Haynes, Joyce and Melvin Black, Beverly Area Arts Alliance, and Denise Powell to be recognized for their contributions

Tim Noonan Gets Things Done

Nineteenth ward aldermanic candidate finds that solutions to problems come from within the community.

Chicago Man Charged In South Side Robbery Spree

The man is accused of robbing businesses in the 22nd Chicago Police District.

The South Side Gets Delirio

Open Outcry Brewing branches out to taps across the south side with the help of Cork & Kerry and other neighbors. Listen to the story!

CPS Holds Job Fair For Paraprofessionals, Substitute Teachers

Chicago Public Schools will host a job fair Wednesday, Feb. 15, for paraprofessional and substitute teacher candidates at Smith Park.

SXU Hosts 'An Evening with the Artist: Black Odyssey'

SXU graphic design alumna Tatyanna Taylor '22 addresses the complex social issues of the Black identity, Feb. 15, at St. Xavier University.

Registration Open for 2023 Ridge Run And Memorial Day Parade

The Beverly Area Planning Association has opened registration for the 2023 Ridge Run and Memorial Day Parade, Monday, May 29.

Morgan Park Academy Varsity Chess Team Headed For IHSA Finals

Morgan Park Academy Warriors qualified for a berth in the state finals by upsetting Lincoln Park High School in Chicago Sectional.

Morgan Park Academy Hosts Saturday Open House

Morgan Park Academy welcomes families considering a school for their children to attend an open house for grades PreK-12 Saturday, Feb. 4.

City Council Passes Measure Protecting Paramedics, EMTs From Assault

The ordinance, introduced by Ald. Matt O'Shea, adds municipal penalties for assaulting CFD paramedics and emergency workers.

Al’s Cookie Mixx Promotes Employment for Adults With Autism

Inspired by his son with autism, Chef Alvin Green's gourmet cookie business helps people with special needs find gainful employment.

SXU Observes Black History Month With Exhibits, Events All February

Saint Xavier University is hosting an array of activities and events celebrating the achievements and accomplishments of African Americans.

BAC announces ART COMP 46

Artists are invited to submit work through Wednesday, February 8th.

Black Family Mayoral Forum, ‘1619,’ Planned At Morgan Park Academy

The Black Family Mayoral Forum and '1619: The Journey of a People," will be held in the Baer Theatre at Morgan Park Academy, Sunday, Feb. 5.

Beverly Theatre Guild Presents 'Steel Magnolias' Featuring Local Cast

BTG hits the boards in 'Steel Magnolias,' in the Baer Theatre at the Morgan Park Academy Arts Center Feb. 17 to Feb. 19.

2 Nabbed In 7-Eleven Armed Robbery Spree On South Side: CPD

The two suspects are believed to have robbed three convenience stores within a 45-minute time span early Friday morning, Chicago police say.

Lawlor's Remains Closed After Overdoses

Bar owners are “shocked and concerned” about overdoses, as they address “alleged building code violations” unrelated to Sunday's events.

SXU 'Online Graduate Nursing Program' Ranked No. 5 By US News

St. Xavier University's continues 10-year streak with graduate nursing program ranked consistently in top 10 by U.S. News & World Report.

Accident Involving Chicago Police Vehicle Reported At 103rd/Longwood

Westbound lane on 103rd Street between Walden and Seeley. CTA #103 buses are being rerouted.

McAuley Volleyball Players Recognized Among Top In Nation

Senior Gigi Navarette and junior Ellie White lauded for their stellar seasons, culminating in McAuley's 16th State Volleyball Championship.

Expert To Speak On Navigating Teens A Post-Pandemic World

Counselor, national speaker and author Roy Petitfils will discuss teens in a post-pandemic world Monday, Jan. 30, at Christ the King Church.

Beverly-Mt. Greenwood Schools Celebrate 2023 Catholic Schools Week

Catholic elementary schools in the Beverly, Mt. Greenwood and Morgan Park plan open houses and tours Sunday, Jan. 29.

5 Overdose at Lawlor's Bar In Mount Greenwood: Police

Five people were taken to area hospitals after they ingested an unknown substance at a Mt. Greenwood bar, Ald. Matt O'Shea said.

South Side Fights & Feasts

Get a pint of common sense at Cork & Kerry, experience the fresh food at Barrel & Vine & spend "30 Minutes of Good" with South Side Pod.

Proposed City Ordinance Stiffens Penalties For Assaulting EMS Workers

19th Ward Ald. Matt O'Shea introduces ordinance that would make assault of an Emergency Service Provider punishable by one to three years.

'Get Behind The Vest' 2023 Pancake Breakfast Returns In Person

"Get Behind The Vest Pancake Breakfast" is set for Feb. 19, with other events planned to raise money to buy police vests for CPD officers.