The complicated and powerful Lucy Parsons
Lucy Parsons is undoubtedly one of the most controversial people buried in Forest Park. While some might only know her as one of the Haymarket Martyrs’ widows, Parsons was a powerful and influential figure in her own right. The Chicago Police Department once proclaimed she was “more dangerous than a thousand rioters.”
Chicagoland is back! Scenes from Goodyear tire test
Chicagoland Speedway is back! Fans flocked to the Joliet, Illinois, facility as select NASCAR Cup Series and NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series drivers participated in a Goodyear tire test on Tuesday. Scroll to see photos from the 1.5-mile oval ahead of the July 3-5 race weekend. RELATED: Cup Series schedule...
The skirt steak at this simple Illinois restaurant is famous throughout the Midwest
Tucked along South Broadway in Aurora, Illinois, La Quebrada Aurora Restaurant has been quietly winning hearts one plate at a time. This casual Mexican spot has built a loyal following thanks to its bold flavors, homemade tortillas, and a skirt steak that people drive from all over the Midwest to taste.
12 Lombard, Illinois Restaurants Locals Say Are Worth Visiting
In Illinois, one small suburb quietly delivers a dining scene that surprises almost everyone who takes a closer look. Lombard may be best known for its lilac festival, yet its restaurants deserve just as much attention, if not more. Behind unassuming storefronts and familiar streets, a mix of inviting neighborhood...
‘Life after loss’: La Grange family named ‘March for Babies’ ambassador
A La Grange family is sharing their story about the tragic loss of their first baby, just days before his due date.
“Forever Home” | Anderson Humane’s Fur Babies Of The Week
Note: This is the latest in a weekly series from Anderson Humane spotlighting wonderful animals currently looking for a “forever home.” We encourage you to support Anderson Humane and it’s tireless efforts to care for our animal friends and place them in loving homes. For more information please visit https://ahconnects.org/.
Police ask residents to avoid part of Route 6 near Joliet amid ‘major crash...
Police are asking drivers to avoid part of a southwestern suburb as authorities investigate a "major" crash in the area. Around 2:20 p.m., a crash occurred near Channahon Road and Brandon Road in Joliet Township, authorities said. "Roadway will be closed for sometime due to accident reconstruction investigation. Please avoid...
Palos Park council approves long-awaited code changes
After years of going over them with a fine-tooth comb, the Palos Park Village Council was finally able to make the final comprehensive update to its planning and zoning codes. The council voted on April 13 to approve the many changes to codes — a project that was started in 2023.
Colucci Brothers Plead Guilty In Oakbrook Terrace Camera Bribe
Two brothers at the center of a long-simmering red-light camera scandal quietly pleaded guilty Tuesday in federal court, admitting they helped steer cash from Oakbrook Terrace’s automated ticket system into the hands of the suburb’s then-mayor. Joseph Colucci, 51, of Mokena, and his brother, James Colucci, 56, of...
Brookfield police arrest man on Cook County warrant
Brookfield police arrested a 26-year-old Chicago man on April 11 after learning there was a warrant out for his arrest. Around 3:30 a.m., an officer responded to the intersection of Morton and Washington avenues on a report of a loud noise complaint. There, the officer saw three people seated inside a dormant vehicle. The officer approached the passenger side of the...
