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The seal of Will County outside the Will County clerk’s office. (Vincent D. Johnson/for the Daily Southtown)

Will County clerk, treasurer and regional superintendent face election challenges

By Michelle Mullins

October 13, 2026 at 5:37 a.m.

Republican Annette Parker and Democrat Michelle Stiff run for clerk and Democrat Tim Brophy and...

An eastern bluebird perches on a sign at an area forest preserve in 2003. A new program offered by the Forest Preserve District of Will County aims to help open up birding as a hobby for people who are visually impaired. (Jim Robinson/baiduhai)

Birding by ear: Will County program opens up hobby for people who are visually impaired

By Jim Dudlicek

October 12, 2026 at 2:39 p.m.

The Forest Preserve District of Will County aims to make birding accessible to those for...

State representatives work in the House chamber May 27, 2026. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

Republican Adam Beaty challenges Rep. Anthony DeLuca for 80th state House

By Evy Lewis

October 12, 2026 at 1:27 p.m.

Police Sgt. Adam Beaty, Rep. Anthony DeLuca talk property taxes, data centers and solar farms...

Yellow caution tape ropes off the section of Flossmoor Public Library's first floor Tuesday. The area was rendered unusable by a sinking floor. (Evy Lewis/baiduhai)

Flossmoor library sinking floor fix in limbo as library and village disagree on responsibility
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By Evy Lewis

May 26, 2026 at 3:34 p.m.

Flossmoor library and village officials disagree on who should pay for a $50,000 fix for...

Robbins Mayor Darren Bryant speaks at a town hall forum in August 2021. (Daily Southtown file photo)

Robbins Mayor Darren Bryant seeks accountability in traffic stops after arrest, Calumet Park police says he was uncooperative

By Addison Wright

May 26, 2026 at 3:19 p.m.

Robbins Mayor Darren Bryant has called his May 15 arrest by Calumet Park police unlawful...

World War II Army veteran John Scaglione receives a round of applause Monday at the Tinley Park Veterans Plaza. (Troy Stolt/for the Daily Southtown)

Tinley Park honors World War II veterans at Memorial Day ceremony

By Michelle Mullins

May 25, 2026 at 4:28 p.m.

World War II veteran John Scaglione honored at Tinley Park’s Memorial Day ceremony at the...

Alonzo Abron Jr. recently sold this house on behalf of the seller in Park Forest. He says it is always rewarding helping connect great families with quality homes while delivering results for our clients. (A. Progeny Global)

Column: Iran war complicates housing market in south suburbs, experts say

By Francine Knowles

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

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

Abraham Lincoln Memorial Squad members prepare to perform a three- volley salute as they honor veterans during funeral services, May 21, 2026, at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood. (Antonio Perez/baiduhai)

At Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, volunteers provide military honors for burials and build a veteran community

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By Addison Wright

May 25, 2026 at 12:55 p.m.

The Abraham Lincoln Memorial Squad has more than 125 members who provide services for burials...

Will County native Darrell Holmquist was awarded by the state historical society for his book about life in New Lenox during World War I. (Darrell Holmquist)

Three Southland authors earn Best of Illinois awards from State Historical Society

By Jim Dudlicek

May 24, 2026 at 10:30 a.m.

Three authors with ties to the south suburbs were among the recipients of Best of...

Children wave and hope for candy to be tossed their way during Saturday’s parade in Orland Park. (Jeff Vorva/for the Daily Southtown)

Orland Park begins summer events with inaugural Red, White and Blue festival

By Jeff Vorva

May 23, 2026 at 3:12 p.m.

Olympian Kendall Coyne Schofield was grand marshal as Orland Park kicked off its inaugural Red,...

Judge detains man for March shooting of father of former Dolton mayor

By William Lee

May 23, 2026 at 5:16 p.m.

The victim is the father of former Dolton mayor and Thornton Township supervisor Tiffany Henyard,...

Calumet City Mayor Thaddeus Jones presides over a City Council meeting on Nov. 9, 2023. (Terrence Antonio James/baiduhai)

Calumet City lays off 46 people, citing multimillion dollar budget deficit

By Olivia Stevens

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May 22, 2026 at 4:38 p.m.

Calumet City is struggling to meet the demands of health insurance costs, late Cook County...

Iyanna Bordes, right, an employee at Thaxton White Boutique, helps customers stamp cards showing they've visited the storefront Friday. (Evy Lewis/Daily Southtown)

South Holland retail incubator celebrates grand opening with first 10 businesses

By Evy Lewis

May 22, 2026 at 3:54 p.m.

The South Holland retail incubator with 10 storefronts gives business owners a change to test...