Free COVID-19 Testing Available In 19th Ward

Free COVID-19 testing will be available Thursday, Aug. 20, at the 19th Ward service office. Advance registration is recommended.

O'Shea Wants Ordinance To Seize Looters' and Agitators' Cars

Ald. Matt O'Shea wants to introduce ordinance to impound vehicles used in looting to empower Chicago police after second weekend of unrest.

19th Ward Heroes: Help Patch Recognize Those Making A Difference

We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's give them the recognition they deserve in Beverly-Mt. Greenwood.

Beverly Mom Sets Up Free Phone Charging Station Amid Outages

"I love this community. Everybody helps each other out,” says mom who set up phone charging station for neighbors during power outage.

'Shameful:' O'Shea Blasts ComEd Storm Response

“It has been 18 hours since the storm subsided and I have no real answers from ComEd," Ald. Matt O'Shea said.

Thousands Without Power Beverly, Oak Lawn, Evergreen Park Area

A powerful derecho storm ripped through the Chicago area, knocking out power to thousands of south suburban residents.

McAuley Mothers Club Postpones Saturday Farmers Market

Mac Market offers fresh produce, honey, baked goods and unique findings at farmers market Aug. 15 and Aug. 22 at McAuley High School.

Deli Provides Food To Pub So It Can Remain Open In Pandemic

Barney Callaghan's Pub started serving Swanson's artisan sandwiches, finding a loophole in the latest round of coronavirus restrictions.

Teen Accused of Carjacking Vehicle With Gun

Sixteen-year-old charged with aggravated vehicular hijacking with a firearm in Hamilton Avenue heist.

McAuley Seniors Receive Record $58 Million in Scholarships

Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School holds delayed graduation ceremony for Class of 2020.

Sisters Of Mercy Awards $26K Grant To SXU For Scholarships

5 selected students will each receive a $5,000 scholarship while gaining a greater understanding of the Sisters of Mercy Critical Concern.

Think Before You Click: How Online Shopping Impacts Local Businesses

BAPA Business Liason Brittany Wiley writes about the Beverly economy.

Deadline For Responding To Mail Service Survey Is Tuesday

19th Ward residents have until Tuesday, Aug. 4, to answer if they're satisfied with their mail service on survey.

19th Ward Free Mask Giveaway Planned for Wednesday

Ald. Matt O'Shea will be distributing packages of face masks to 19th ward residents Wednesday, Aug. 5, at Chicago Ag High School.

Morgan Park Academy Students Featured In Documentary About Civil Rights Tour

The documentary short can be viewed on YouTube.

Chicago Officials OK Beverly's Cork & Kerry Irish Pub Reopening

The long-time Beverly Irish pub was closed down by the city for violations last weekend and had its safety plan approved by city officials.

Former Resident Attributes Academic Success To Beverly Area Schools

Kelly K. Rouser "attributes her stance as a life–long learner to the education she received at Beverly/Morgan Park schools."

Saint Xavier Faculty Union Hopes Voice Won't Be Silenced For Good

After president Laurie Joyner announced the school no longer recognizes a union that was founded in 1970, efforts to change course continue.

Saint Xavier University Moves Fall Sports To Spring Semester

The move, which is being made to lessen the risk of students being exposed to the coronavirus, follows guidance established by the NAIA.

Chicago Police To Set Up DUI Saturation Patrol In Morgan Park

The operation, which will begin at 7 p.m. Saturday, is designed to identify moving violations as well as impaired driving offenses.

Cork And Kerry Owner: 'We'll Be Open Better Than Ever Soon'

After being ordered closed by the city for coronavirus violations, Bill Guide disputes allegations and is trying to keep his tavern afloat.

Rendering For Building Going Up At 103rd And Kedzie Found

Here's what the building under construction at the busy Mount Greenwood intersection is expected to look like.

After Lengthy Wait, Divvy Bike Service Finds Its Way To Beverly

Two years after a pilot program showed strong ridership in Beverly and Mt. Greenwood, 11 Divvy stations will be in place by the end of 2020.

Buona Beef To Donate Partial Sales To Breast Cancer Research

The Beverly location of the chain Italian beef restaurant will donate 20 percent of sales Thursday to the Ginger Rugai Softball Tournament.

Golden Ticket Hunts Bring Next Generation To S&T: Biz Beat

Brian Giaretta says organizing the golden ticket hunts has brought the younger crowd to his family's business.

Christmas Without Cancer Queen of Hearts Back in Play

Despite interruption Queen of Hearts Dealt a New Hand at St. James Place in Oak Lawn, CWC Shuffles less than one dozen cards for $115K

Restoration Work Underway At The Givins Castle

Work on all three turrets at the 103rd and Longwood landmark has begun, with a full restoration expected to be complete by the fall.

Honoring The Class Of 2020 In Beverly, Mt. Greenwood, Morgan Park

Words of congratulations from proud parents of 2020 alums in the 19th ward neighborhoods.

Coronavirus Cases Increase In Beverly, Mt. Greenwood, Morgan Park

A "significant uptick" in coronavirus numbers has been seen in the zip codes that cover the 19th Ward of Chicago.

Mount Greenwood Man Helps Kids with Cancer

Mount Greenwood resident Dan Ritchie's volunteer efforts will bring smiles of comfort and joy to children and teens battling cancer.

Investigation Into Service At Mt. Greenwood Post Office Sought

Elected officials have signed a letter that seeks the United States Post Office address service issues at the 111th Street station.

Identity Of Mt. Greenwood Burglary Suspect Sought

Chicago police say a man who stole a mountain bike and forks from a home at 110th and Pulaski was shown on a CTA camera.

Golden Ticket Found In 67 Minutes In 1st S&T Hunt Of 2020

It took little over an hour for a mother and daughter team to find the S&T Provisions' golden ticket - just 20 feet from the store.

Pedestrian Dies After Being Hit By SUV: Police

A 21-year-old Oak Lawn man died after he was struck by an SUV in Mount Greenwood late Saturday, police said.

Golden Ticket Hunt Returns, S&T Sets 1st Of 2020 For Saturday

S&T Provisions is bringing back its popular scavenger hunt, offering a year's worth of free pizza setups as the grand prize.

Shout Out Your Recent Grad In Beverly, Mt. Greenwood, Morgan Park

We've created a platform to honor the Class of 2020 alums in the 19th Ward.

Gloria Jean's Coffees, Homewood Science Ctr. Bring Lessons @Home

PopUp SCIENCE @Home hands-on learning kits have been distributed in the south suburbs. Kits remain at Gloria Jean's Coffee in Homewood.

Attorney And Alumna Tapped To Serve On McAuley Board of Trustees

Vania Montero Wit, a 1986 alumna of McAuley Liberal Arts High School, has been appointed to the school's board of trustees.

Treadfit Reopens After 3-Month Coronavirus Shutdown

Classes at the Beverly neighborhood fitness studio have a capacity limit and additional sanitation requirements.

P4 Security Solutions Announces New Sister Company

The company provides boutique style integrated guarding solutions for diverse clients across the country, led by industry experts.