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Monday, February 2, 2026

 

Officials remember Harvey Mayor Christopher Clark as a dedicated public servant

Harvey Mayor Christopher Clark, who was first elected as mayor of Harvey in 2019, and reelected in 2023, has died.

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Orland District 230 board puts off vote on Arabic curriculum, discussions continue

The Orland High School District 230 board put off until at least February action on creating an Arabic language curriculum.

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Homewood’s Maple Tree Inn faced a fire and three location changes. Last year, it celebrated 50 years.

Katie and Erich Wennberg have gone through trials and tribulations while working at the Maple Tree Inn. The restaurant’s 50th anniversary wasn’t easy to achieve.

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Column: Owner of Park Forest’s Autumn Ridge apartments faces condemnation, deadline to sell

Park Forest officials imposed a Friday deadline to the Autumn Ridge Apartments management, calling for the sale of troubled property.

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Mokena Village Board OKs financial incentive for Midwest Furniture Liquidators

Mokena Village Board approved a financial incentive agreement with Midwest Furniture Liquidators, a business with a Mokena store.

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South Shore Line plans safety upgrade at Hegewisch station

The South Shore Line will spend $2.75 million to improve pedestrian safety at its Hegewisch station following a fatal accident in 2024.

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County Board action pushes renovation of Beverly’s Pike House forward

The Cook County Board approved the Eugene S. Pike House Foundation and Beverly Area Arts Alliance partnership to renovate the home.

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Gov. JB Pritzker throws Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton a $5 million lifeline for her US Senate bid

Gov. JB Pritzker had been expected to open his campaign wallet to help Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton’s US Senate bid in the March 17 Democratic primary since he endorsed her last year.

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