Francine Knowles –

August 17, 2026 at 1:25 p.m.

100+ Women Who Care South Suburbs help to fund You Matter 2 and Spotlight Performance Academy, organizations that empower youth.

August 3, 2026 at 1:07 p.m.

Carrie Bonanotte launched 100+ Women Who Care South Suburbs of Chicago, which contributed over $40,000 to south suburban nonprofits.

July 20, 2026 at 10:57 a.m.

The south and southwest suburbs have the lowest rate of vaccinations, the Cook County Health Department reports.

July 6, 2026 at 12:19 p.m.

Filmmaker Nsenga Wilson opened a production facility, W.D.P. Creative Collective Space, in South Holland, to help nurture talent.

May 25, 2026 at 5:15 a.m.

South suburban real estate professionals say uncertainty abounds amid increases in the cost of living and interest rates.

April 27, 2026 at 10:57 a.m.

The Sickle Cell Disease Association, Rich Township and Top Ladies of Distinction South Suburban Chicago Chapter supported the drive.

April 13, 2026 at 6:29 p.m.

Stephanie Luster of Flossmoor, Corrine Wilkerson of Homewood, and Dalton Campbell of Lansing say gas prices have curtailed activity.

March 16, 2026 at 1:35 p.m.

Felecia Stevenson, owner of six Jackson Hewitt locations, and Park Forest-based Kirby Ashley outline new deductions for tax filers.

March 2, 2026 at 2:11 p.m.

South suburban officials and volunteers, along with columnist Francine Knowles, share their memories of the Rev. Jesse Jackson.

February 16, 2026 at 12:23 p.m.

Black voices from the south suburbs share their thoughts on which deceased and living African Americans inspired them.

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