Daily Southtown – Page 15

President Joe Biden speaks about his administration's plans to protect Social Security and Medicare and lower health care costs, Feb. 9, 2023, at the University of Tampa in Tampa, Florida.

Speak Out reader opinion: Simpler solutions to save Medicare without tax hikes

March 9, 2023 at 10:00 a.m.

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A memorial filled with flowers, candles, photos and blue ribbons lies along the fence line on the 5200 block of South Spaulding Avenue for slain Chicago police Officer Andrés Mauricio Vásquez Lasso Friday, March 3, 2023, in Chicago.

Speak Out reader opinion: State’s Attorney Kim Foxx owes an explanation to family of slain officer

March 8, 2023 at 10:00 a.m.

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Kylo is a 2-year-old male brindle terrier mix that was rescued from an animal control where he was at risk of euthanasia. He is friendly, energetic and lovable, and he desires a lot of attention. He likes to go on walks, knows his basic commands and gets along with other dogs.

Pets of the week

March 7, 2023 at 5:44 p.m.

The Community Star prints adoptable pet information weekly. Area shelters, rescues and foster groups can send contact information along with jpg photos of available pets — using Pets of the...

Southtowners: MVCC adds to Hall of Fame, NASA contest finalist, and more

March 7, 2023 at 3:28 p.m.

Moraine Valley athletics Hall of Fame inductions Four athletes and a successful volleyball team were the latest group inducted into the Moraine Valley Community College Athletics Hall of Fame. The...

Cassandra Greer-Lee (black sweatshirt) holds up a sign in support of Brandon Johnson for Chicago mayor on Martin Luther King Jr. Day at the Chicago Teachers Union.

Speak Out reader opinion: Brandon Johnson will have strings pulled by the Chicago Teachers Union

March 7, 2023 at 10:00 a.m.

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Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., leaves the House Chamber Feb. 7, 2023, after President Joe Biden's State of the Union address.

Speak Out reader opinion: Kevin McCarthy needs to rein in his caucus

March 6, 2023 at 10:00 a.m.

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Education Secretary Miguel Cardona listens Aug. 24, 2022, as President Joe Biden speaks about student loan debt forgiveness in the Roosevelt Room of the White House.

Speak Out reader opinion: Those waiting for student loan forgiveness shouldn’t expect a handout

March 5, 2023 at 10:00 a.m.

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Cook County Commissioner and Chicago mayoral candidate, Brandon Johnson speaks with supporters after forcing a mayoral runoff election during his election night gathering.

Speak Out reader opinion: Brandon Johnson’s speech sets stage for nasty campaign

March 3, 2023 at 10:00 a.m.

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East Palestine residents listen to a town hall meeting at East Palestine High School Feb. 24, 2023, concerning the Feb. 3 Norfolk Southern freight train derailment.

Speak Out reader opinion: It’s wrong politics being played with Ohio train wreck

March 3, 2023 at 12:30 p.m.

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More than 400 students from first grade through high school performed Monday at the Black History Showcase at Governors State University in University Park.

Black History Showcase unites talents of 400 students at GSU

March 2, 2023 at 10:49 a.m.

Members of the Southland College Prep Charter High School Dance Troupe perform a routine called Harlem Tap during a Black History Performing Arts Showcase on Monday at Governors State University...

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