In the summer of 1969, a young Gary Sipes, then about 11 or 12, joined a procession in his Aurora neighborhood. He had nothing better to do on that warm day. People from St. Olaf Church were walking from their building on Benton Street in Aurora to their new church site on Douglas Avenue in...
Michael “Ace” Allegretti, beloved baker and owner of Allegretti’s Bakery in Norridge, has passed away at 74. Known for his Italian sweets, Ace remained dedicated to his bakery, Allegretti’s Bakery, located at 7717 W. Lawrence Avenue, until his last day. A staple for 64 years, the bakery draws locals with offerings like chocolate donuts, chocolate...
A large gathering of community members, supporters, first responders, and local staff came together at the Morton Grove Civic Center on Tuesday, August 4. This event marked the 11th annual celebration of Morton Grove’s National Night Out, hosted by the Morton Grove Police Department. It focused on strengthening the relationships between police officers and the...
Kevin and Shannon Carbonneau from Oak Lawn received joyful news last year – they were expecting a baby. Despite being far from choosing a school, Kevin cherished the thought of sending his child to the Catholic grade school he once attended, Queen of Martyrs in Evergreen Park. He expressed that the school represented tradition, with...
Summer is still here, even if stores suggest otherwise. Embrace August as it should be. Despite kids returning to school, this isn’t the time for pumpkin spice lattes. Mackinac Island Controversy Mackinac Island recently became a focal point of discussion due to a statement by El-Sayed, a Democratic Socialist. His comments about the island have...
Gary Mayor Eddie Melton has shown a consistent commitment to the city’s revival during his time in office. As the city tackles blight and attracts new businesses, he emphasized the importance of supporting Gary’s vulnerable populations. During the groundbreaking ceremony for a new Brothers’ Keeper men’s shelter, Melton stated, “Expanding our services to serve our...
In Steelworkers Park, butterflies and dragonflies are commonly seen around native plants and flowers. Public art and concrete ore walls serve as reminders of the environmental impact left by the U.S. Steel South Works. Now, the area is buzzing with activity as a $9 billion development, the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park, begins to take...
In the wake of the EF-1 tornado on July 27, which caused noticeable damage in Hazel Crest, a collaborative effort unfolded on Friday. Students and volunteers from Hazel Crest Elementary District 152 ½ gathered at Jesse White Learning Academy to offer support and meals to those devastated by the event. Dean Barnett, school board President,...
This past weekend, I joined a march in Chicago, near the spot where my teenage brother, Christian, was tragically killed four years ago. This profound loss led to the foundation of the Caldwell Foundation for Public Safety. Our mission is simple: no family should experience what mine did. Residents and community members lined the streets,...
The Wilmette Police Department welcomed a new team member with unique skills: Gizmo, a Golden Retriever-Labrador mix trained to detect electronics during criminal investigations. Gizmo, who is two years old, joined the department in June. He stands out as one of four K-9s in Illinois and approximately 100 in the nation with this specialized ability....