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Hyde Park Academy students sound alarm on removal of Peace Room from high school
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Hyde Park Academy students sound alarm on removal of Peace Room from high school - Chicago Reader
Students and organizers said the principal removed several resources, including the Peace Room, an arts space, and the Freedom Store, from the school following a town hall.
https://chicagoreader.com/city-life/hyde-park-academy-removal-peace-room/
about 14 hours ago
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Crown the King Jackpot Rolls Over to $9470+ | Alsip, IL Patch
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Local Event: Crown the King Jackpot Rolls Over to $9,470+
Check out the latest community post from one of your neighbors. (The views expressed in this post are the authorâs own.)
https://patch.com/illinois/alsip-crestwood/calendar/event/20260602/276d8717-3720-4ded-b2ba-102ccaf10e47/crown-the-king-jackpot-rolls-over-to-9-470
about 14 hours ago
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Calumet City aldermenâs legal counsel push back on lawsuit from Mayor Thaddeus Jones
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Calumet City aldermenâs legal counsel push back on lawsuit from Mayor Thaddeus Jones
The Calumet City Council appointed Odelson, Murphey, Frazier and McGrath to represent them amid tensions with Mayor Thaddeus Jones.
https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/05/27/calumet-city-aldermen-counsel-lawsuit/
about 15 hours ago
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Top music students at H-F selected for honor society
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Top music students at H-F selected for honor society - HF Chronicle
H-F High School recognized students whose outstanding achievements that earned them admission into the Tri-M Music Honor Society of Illinois.
https://www.hfchronicle.com/2026/05/26/top-music-students-at-h-f-selected-for-honor-society/
about 23 hours ago
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Oak Lawn, IL - Patch
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đ± Patch AM: Oak Lawn Restaurant Week and 11 more events
Spotted on the Alsip calendar: Post-Memorial Day Garage Sale â Oak Lawn, IL | Fri-Sun May 29-31 | Everything $1 & Up!
https://patch.com/illinois/alsip-crestwood/patch-am-oak-lawn-restaurant-week-11-more-events-nodx-20260526
1 day ago
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Robbins Mayor Darren Bryant seeks accountability in traffic stops after arrest, Calumet Park police says he was uncooperative
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Robbins Mayor Darren Bryant seeks accountability in traffic stops after arrest, Calumet Park police says he was uncooperative
Robbins Mayor Darren Bryant has called his May 15 arrest by Calumet Park police unlawful and said it demonstrates a need for more transparency from police officers during a traffic stop. But Calumet Park...
https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/05/26/robbins-mayor-darren-bryant-seeks-accountability-in-traffic-stops-after-arrest-calumet-park-police-says-he-was-uncooperative/
1 day ago
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Post-Memorial Day Garage Sale â Oak Lawn, IL | Fri-Sun May 29-31 | Everything $1 & Up!
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Local Event: Post-Memorial Day Garage Sale â Oak Lawn, IL | Fri-Sun May 29-31 | Everything $1 & Up!
Check out the latest community post from one of your neighbors. (The views expressed in this post are the authorâs own.)
https://patch.com/illinois/beverly-mtgreenwood/calendar/event/20260529/2686bcab-be4a-4e13-831d-760a2d6012e8/post-memorial-day-garage-sale-oak-lawn-il-fri-sun-may-29-31-everything-1-up
2 days ago
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The Obama Presidential Center is more than a museum; the activity and outdoor spaces emphasize community
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The Obama Presidential Center is more than a museum; the activity and outdoor spaces emphasize community - IPM Newsroom
The sprawling 19-acre campus of the Obama Presidential Center includes a fruit and vegetable garden, huge playground, green spaces, branch library, community studio/theater space, and a 60,000 square...
https://ipmnewsroom.org/the-obama-presidential-center-is-more-than-a-museum-the-activity-and-outdoor-spaces-emphasize-community/
2 days ago
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A message especially for our YouTube community (We're doing a print edition!)
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A message especially for our YouTube community (We're doing a print edition!)
The Lansing Journal doesn't do a print edition very often, so it fe...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rtW8CDV0Hss
3 days ago
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đ± Patch AM: Oak Lawn Restaurant Week and 11 more events
Also check out Darvin's Memorial Day Sale, honor the day, celebrate the savings on the Alsip Patch calendar
https://patch.com/illinois/alsip-crestwood/patch-am-oak-lawn-restaurant-week-11-more-events-nodx-20260524
3 days ago
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đ± Patch AM: Oak Lawn Restaurant Week and 11 more events
Make time for Celebrate National Italian Beef Day @ Buona Orland Park with $7.99 Beef & Fries All Day May 23 on the Alsip Patch calendar
https://patch.com/illinois/alsip-crestwood/patch-am-oak-lawn-restaurant-week-11-more-events-nodx-20260523
4 days ago
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Burbank Seventh-Grader On Her Way To Washington.DC, Scripps National Spelling Bee
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Burbank Seventh-Grader On Her Way To DC To Compete In Scripps National Spelling Bee
Liberty Junior High student Kirsten Cerdenia, 13, will represent South Cook County in the National Scripps Spelling Bee, May 26 to May 28.
https://patch.com/illinois/oaklawn/burbank-seventh-grader-her-way-washington-dc-scripps-national-spelling-bee
5 days ago
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Paywall change coming Monday - HF Chronicle
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Paywall change coming Monday - HF Chronicle
On Monday, May 25, the Chronicleâs paywall provider will be changing the appearance of stories for non-subscribers. Since we started using a paywall a few years ago, non-subscribers who clicked on...
https://www.hfchronicle.com/2026/05/22/paywall-change-coming-monday/
5 days ago
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Hoodwink'd live on the ROOFTOP | Alsip, IL Patch
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Hoodwink'd live on the ROOFTOP
One of your neighbors posted in Arts & Entertainment. Click through to read what they have to say. (The views expressed in this post are the authorâs own.)
https://patch.com/illinois/alsip-crestwood/hoodwinkd-live-rooftop
5 days ago
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Hoodwinkd live on the ROOFTOP | Alsip-Crestwood, IL Patch
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Hoodwinkd live on the ROOFTOP
Hoodwinkd plays live on the Joliet Museums Outdoor ROOFTOP on Friday, May 29th at 7pm (doors open 6:15pm)
https://patch.com/illinois/alsip-crestwood/amp/34164767/hoodwinkd-live-on-the-rooftop
5 days ago
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Calumet City lays off 46 people, citing multimillion dollar budget deficit
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Calumet City lays off 46 people, citing multimillion dollar budget deficit
Calumet City is struggling to meet the demands of health insurance costs, late Cook County tax revenues and a backlog of bills.
https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/05/22/calumet-city-lays-off-46-people/
6 days ago
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Beverly Ridge Lions Club at Beverly Farmers Market on 95th Street
One of your neighbors posted in Neighbor News. Click through to read what they have to say. (The views expressed in this post are the authorâs own.)
https://patch.com/illinois/beverly-mtgreenwood/beverly-ridge-lions-club-beverly-farmers-market-95th-street-nodx
6 days ago
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Alsip VFW Post 450 Leads Memorial Day Ceremony Monday At 118th and Cicero - Patch
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Alsip VFW Post 450 Leads Memorial Day Ceremony Monday At 118th and Cicero
Mayor John Ryan and Alsip VFW Post 450 will hold a Memorial Day ceremony to honor fallen military members on Monday, May 25.
https://patch.com/illinois/alsip-crestwood/alsip-vfw-post-450-leads-memorial-day-ceremony-monday-118th-cicero
6 days ago
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Local 73 attends Blue Island School Board meeting to call out mistreatment of union custodial staff
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Local 73 attends Blue Island School Board meeting to call out mistreatment of union custodial staff â SEIU Local 73
News
https://seiu73.org/2026/05/local-73-attends-blue-island-school-board-meeting-to-call-out-mistreatment-of-union-custodial-staff/
6 days ago
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Body camera video shows Robbins Mayor Darren Bryant's arrest after Calumet Park traffic stop
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Body camera video shows Robbins Mayor Darren Bryant's arrest after Calumet Park traffic stop
The mayor of south suburban Robbins was arrested after a traffic stop last week in nearby Calumet Park, and he claims officers violated his civil rights.
https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/body-camera-video-robbins-mayor-arrested-traffic-stop-calumet-park/
6 days ago
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Oak Lawn Restaurant Week | Beverly, IL Patch
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Local Event: Oak Lawn Restaurant Week
Check out the latest community post from one of your neighbors. (The views expressed in this post are the authorâs own.)
https://patch.com/illinois/beverly-mtgreenwood/calendar/event/20260603/9ddcf123-1d25-4b51-b831-b1485995ce75/oak-lawn-restaurant-week
6 days ago
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Evergreen Park Educator Supports Special Education Students With Compassion And Care
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Evergreen Park Educator Supports Special Education Students With Compassion And Care
From a brand partner: Christopher Passafiume brings kindness, humor, and leadership to students who need support and guidance most.
https://patch.com/illinois/evergreenpark/evergreen-park-educator-supports-special-education-students-compassion-care
7 days ago
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Kennedy School celebrates Class of 2026 graduates | Palos, IL Patch
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Kennedy School celebrates Class of 2026 graduates
One of your neighbors posted in Community Corner. Click through to read what they have to say. (The views expressed in this post are the authorâs own.)
https://patch.com/illinois/tinleypark/kennedy-school-celebrates-class-2026-graduates
7 days ago
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Chicago Heights Educator Goes Above and Beyond for Students, PTO - Patch
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Chicago Heights Educator Goes Above and Beyond for Students, PTO
From a brand partner: Michelle Robinson helps create a supportive, engaging school community through her work with students and PTO events.
https://patch.com/illinois/chicagoheights/chicago-heights-educator-goes-above-beyond-students-pto
7 days ago
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Illinois Public Access Bureau investigating whether Thornton Township employment vote ...
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https://thelansingjournal.org/2026/05/20/illinois-public-access-bureau-investigating-whether-thornton-township-employment-vote-violated-open-meetings-act/
7 days ago
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Robbins mayor calls for body camera footage after arrest in Calumet Park
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Robbins mayor calls for body camera footage after arrest in Calumet Park
The mayor of Robbins is answering questions after his arrest five days ago.Â
https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/robbins-mayor-calls-for-body-camera-footage-after-arrest-in-calumet-park
7 days ago
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Darvin's Memorial Day Sale, honor the day, celebrate the savings | Alsip, IL Patch
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Local Event: Darvinâs Memorial Day Sale, honor the day, celebrate the savings
Check out the latest community post from one of your neighbors. (The views expressed in this post are the authorâs own.)
https://patch.com/illinois/alsip-crestwood/calendar/event/20260525/d1c95d03-bf25-4f59-a6d4-5d95882e656f/darvin-s-memorial-day-sale-honor-the-day-celebrate-the-savings
7 days ago
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Harvey relies on fire mutual aid from surrounding communities through fiscal crisis
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Harvey relies on fire mutual aid from surrounding communities through fiscal crisis
After Harvey Fire Department layoffs, the city has partially filled the gap with mutual aid from Dolton, Hazel Crest and other towns.
https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/05/20/harvey-fire-mutual-aid-fiscal-crisis/
8 days ago
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Volunteers Needed For Historic Eugene S. Pike House Cleanup Before Renovations Begin
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Eugene S. Pike House Foundation Seeks Volunteers For Clean-Up, Committees, Board
Join the foundation for spring clean-up of the historic Pike House in Dan Ryan Woods Saturday, May 30.
https://patch.com/illinois/beverly-mtgreenwood/volunteers-needed-historic-eugene-s-pike-house-cleanup-renovations
8 days ago
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District 161 approves reciprocal reporting agreement with Flossmoor police
www.hfchronicle.com/2026/05/19/d...
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District 161 approves reciprocal reporting agreement with Flossmoor police - HF Chronicle
Flossmoor SD161 approved an agreement with Flossmoor Police Department about sharing information related to student safety.
https://www.hfchronicle.com/2026/05/19/district-161-approves-reciprocal-reporting-agreement-with-flossmoor-police/
8 days ago
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Thornton Fractional officials âscrambling, trying to figure it outâ amid federal gender ideology probe
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Thornton Fractional officials âscrambling, trying to figure it outâ amid federal gender ideology probe
District 215 is named in a federal investigation of âsexual orientation and gender ideologyâ teachings affecting 36 Illinois districts.
https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/05/19/thornton-fractional-officials-scrambling-trying-to-figure-it-out-amid-federal-gender-ideology-probe/
8 days ago
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Post a bizpost on Patch
Buying or selling? Looking for work, or have work to offer? Have something to say? Post in Patchâs local Bizpost section to get the word out.
https://patch.com/illinois/beverly-mtgreenwood/compose/bizpost
8 days ago
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H-F students hope strangers will discover kindness on a rock
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H-F students hope strangers will discover kindness on a rock - HF Chronicle
The H-F Pebbles & Pins Project is spreading encouragement throughout the community, one painted rock at a time.
https://www.hfchronicle.com/2026/05/18/h-f-students-hope-strangers-will-discover-kindness-on-a-rock/
9 days ago
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District 161 holds off on extending engineering agreement after contract error
www.hfchronicle.com/2026/05/18/d...
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District 161 holds off on extending engineering agreement after contract error - HF Chronicle
The Flossmoor SD161 Board of Education discussed additional construction costs tied to ongoing HVAC work during its May 11 regular session.
https://www.hfchronicle.com/2026/05/18/district-161-holds-off-on-extending-engineering-agreement-after-contract-error/
9 days ago
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Thornwood High School graduation ceremony marred by brawl
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Thornwood High School graduation ceremony marred by brawl
A weekend graduation turned into chaos in the south suburbs, as Thornwood High School's commencement was disrupted when guests started fighting and police had to step in.
https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/video/thornwood-high-school-graduation-ceremony-marred-by-brawl/
9 days ago
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South Suburban Death Notices, Week Of May 18 | Alsip, IL Patch
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South Suburban Death Notices, Week Of May 18
South suburban obituaries and available visitation information.
https://patch.com/illinois/alsip-crestwood/south-suburban-death-notices-week-may-18
9 days ago
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Sertoma Star Services Offers Free Online Mental Health Trainings Throughout May
One of your neighbors posted in Neighbor News. Click through to read what they have to say. (The views expressed in this post are the authorâs own.)
https://patch.com/illinois/alsip-crestwood/sertoma-star-services-offers-free-online-mental-health-trainings-throughout-nodx
10 days ago
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Transportation contract heads to vote : Sunnybrook School District 171 Board of Education ...
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https://thelansingjournal.org/2026/05/16/x-sunnybrook-school-district-171-board-of-education-agenda-for-may-18-2026/
11 days ago
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Chicago Rally Urges Lawmakers to Protect 340B Program Serving Communities Across Illinois
One of your neighbors posted in Neighbor News. Click through to read what they have to say. (The views expressed in this post are the authorâs own.)
https://patch.com/illinois/beverly-mtgreenwood/chicago-rally-urges-lawmakers-protect-340b-program-serving-communities-nodx
11 days ago
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Chicago Catholic Cemeteries Hold 2026 Memorial Day Field Masses | Alsip, IL Patch
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Memorial Day Field Masses Held At Chicago Catholic Cemeteries Across Cook, Lake Counties
Memorial Day Field Masses will be celebrated at Chicago Catholic Cemeteries across Cook and Lake Counties on Monday, May 25.
https://patch.com/illinois/alsip-crestwood/chicago-catholic-cemeteries-hold-2026-memorial-day-field-masses
12 days ago
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Chicago Catholic Cemeteries Hold 2026 Memorial Day Field Masses - Patch
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Chicago Catholic Cemeteries Hold 2026 Memorial Day Field Masses
Memorial Day Field Masses will be celebrated at Chicago Catholic Cemeteries across Cook and Lake Counties on Monday, May 25.
https://patch.com/illinois/alsip-crestwood/amp/34126863/chicago-catholic-cemeteries-hold-2026-memorial-day-field-masses
12 days ago
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GiGiâs Playhouse Tinley Park's 5K 'Dash For Down Syndrome' Donut Run To Celebrate Inclusion, Acceptance
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GiGiâs Playhouse Tinley Park's 5K 'Dash For Down Syndrome' Donut Run To Celebrate Inclusion, Acceptance
Registration is open now for the June 13 event. Sponsorships are also welcomed.
https://patch.com/illinois/tinleypark/gigi-s-playhouse-tinley-parks-5k-dash-down-syndrome-donut-run-celebrate
13 days ago
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Frankfort Bluegrass Fest in July Remains Free In Part to Fundraiser Friday, May 1st; CD & Me Hosts Again.
One of your neighbors posted in Neighbor News. Click through to read what they have to say. (The views expressed in this post are the authorâs own.)
https://patch.com/illinois/beverly-mtgreenwood/frankfort-bluegrass-fest-july-remains-free-part-fundraiser-friday-may-nodx
13 days ago
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Calumet City mayor answers questions on controversial spending
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Calumet City mayor answers questions on controversial spending
CALUMET CITY, Ill. (WGN) â Calumet City Mayor Thaddeus Jones answered questions and concerns Thursday night regarding tens of thousands of dollars charged to his city credit card for meals anâŠ
https://wgntv.com/news/south-suburbs/calumet-city-mayor-spending-questions-2/
13 days ago
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Blue Island Residents Give Owner's Rep An Earful About Proposed Data Center - Patch
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Blue Island Residents Give Owner's Rep An Earful About Proposed Data Center
Blue Island residents pack city hall after learning that the data center people would be at Tuesday's city council meeting.
https://patch.com/illinois/alsip-crestwood/blue-island-residents-give-builders-capital-owner-representative-earful
13 days ago
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Alsip-Crestwood Police Stake Out Dunkins' Friday For Special Olympics Cop On A Rooftop
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Alsip-Crestwood Police Stake Out Dunkins' Friday For Special Olympics IL Cop On A Rooftop
Alsip-Crestwood police are helping raise funds for Special Olympics IL, this Friday, May 15, for 'Cop on A Rooftop' at local Dunkins.
https://patch.com/illinois/alsip-crestwood/alsip-crestwood-police-stake-out-dunkins-friday-special-olympics-cop
13 days ago
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Blue Island Residents Give Owner's Rep An Earful About Proposed Data Center - Patch
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Blue Island Residents Give Builders Capital Owner Representative An Earful About Proposed Data Center
Blue Island residents pack city hall after learning that the data center people would be at Tuesdays city council meeting.
https://patch.com/illinois/alsip-crestwood/amp/34109646/blue-island-residents-give-builders-capital-owner-representative-an-earful-about-proposed-data-cente
13 days ago
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Alsip-Crestwood Police Stake Out Dunkins Friday For Special Olympics Cop On A Rooftop
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Alsip-Crestwood Police Stake Out Dunkins Friday For Special Olympics Cop On A Rooftop
Alsip-Crestwood police are helping raise funds for Special Olympics IL, this Friday, May 15, for Cop on A Rooftop at local Dunkins.
https://patch.com/illinois/alsip-crestwood/amp/34109852/alsip-crestwood-police-stake-out-dunkins-friday-for-special-olympics-cop-on-a-rooftop
13 days ago
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Bloom HS Pilot Program With Indiana Automotive Tech Co. Offers Students Paths Forward
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Bloom HS Pilot Program With Indiana Automotive Tech Co. Offers Students Paths Forward
Six students were recently recognized for completing the recently launched pilot program.
https://patch.com/illinois/chicagoheights/bloom-hs-pilot-program-indiana-automotive-tech-co-offers-students-paths
14 days ago
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Mayor Dodge posts video message opposing state house bill over infrastructure concerns
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Mayor Dodge posts video message opposing state house bill over infrastructure concerns - The Regional News
Mayor Jim Dodge opposes the Build Act, citing concerns about stormwater management, school capacity, and emergency services without infrastructure upgrades.
https://southwestregionalpublishing.com/2026/05/13/mayor-dodge-posts-video-message-opposing-state-house-bill-over-infrastructure-concerns/
14 days ago
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