Chicago Heights Alumni Chapter Hosts 7th “Shopping With a Kappa,” Brings Holiday Joy To 125 Local Kids

Fraternity partners with Walmart to provide $100 shopping experiences for 125 children across the South Suburbs.

Specialty Physicians Hosting Toy Drive with Santa and Mrs. Claus

Specialty Physicians of Illinois, LLC, invites neighbors to donate toys and meet Santa and Mrs. Claus on Friday, December 12

South Suburban Fraternity and Sorority Distribute Nearly 200 Thanksgiving Turkeys to Local Families

Fraternity and Sorority Partnership Provides Holiday Relief to Nearly 200 Local Families

Screams and Smiles: Chicago Heights Public Library Hosts Thrilling Haunted House Opening

Local Residents Brave Spooky Surprises at the Library’s Returned Halloween Event

Chicago Heights (IL) Alumni Chapter Celebrates 60 Years of Brotherhood, Service, and Achievement

“Honoring six decades of excellence, service, and brotherhood in Chicago Heights.”

Richard Allen Hobbs: Obituary

The former attorney was 75.

Kappa Alpha Psi Celebrates 60 Years Serving Chicago Heights

Join us as we celebrate 60 years of brotherhood, service, and excellence with the Chicago Heights Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi!

📚 Meet the Author: Dr. Eddie Taylor 📚

An inspiring conversation about building a better future for Cook County

🇲🇽 Celebrate Mexican Independence Day! 🇲🇽

Experience the joy, culture, and community of this historic celebration

🛡️ Preventing Medicare Fraud: Stay Safe, Stay Informed

Learn how to spot Medicare fraud, protect your info, and enjoy Bingo! Free, senior-friendly event with tips, prizes & support.

Getting Started with Computers: A Friendly Guide for Seniors

Learn the Basics at Your Own Pace and Build Confidence with Technology – Thanks to Our AgeOptions Senior Grant

Bloom High School Celebrates 125 Years!

Special Activities Planned for September

🎉📚 Back to School, Back to Fun! Chicago Heights Event Promises Family Fun and Resources

Metropolitan Family Services Hosts Back to School Bash August 8th with Activities, Giveaways, and Support for Families

Movie in the Park: 'Dog Man' Light Up the Night!

Free Family-Friendly Fun at Alex Lopez Park -August 2nd at Dusk

Outdoor Fun Day at Chicago Heights Library

Saturday, July 26, 11:30 event will feature a cool down and splash from a Chicago Heights fire truck.

Heights Library Hosts Kid's Ice Cream Social

Friday, July 18 in Chicago Heights

Bloom Legend Passes

Actress - Alzenia "Lynn" Hamilton

Farewell to Legendary Steve Miller

Early days at Bloom helped shape his exemplary life.

Registration is now open for the Suburban Youth Symphony Orchestra's 2025/26 Season!

Register today for year of music-making!

Serviceman to Be Honored at All Class Reunion

Bloom Alumni Are Searching For "Unsung Heroes"

Chicago Heights Lions Club Announces 2025 Scholarship Recipients

Three local high school seniors to be honored for academic achievement, leadership, and a deep commitment to community service.

Groovin’ at GovState

Free Outdoor Summer Concert Series at Governors State University Launches June 26, 2025

South Suburban School Provides Free Haircuts and Mentoring

Illinois School's "Cuts and Ties" event prepares young men for graduation and life

Annual Blood Drive Goes Beyond Donating Blood to Matters of the Heart

Kristin Arielle Oliver Foundation Brings Help, Hope and Healing to South Suburbs

Summer Camp Focuses on Theater

Spotlight Performance Academy and Freedom Hall Partner to Offer Theater 360 Introducing Kids to a Full Theater Experience

Bloom’s 60’s Plus Reunion Coming in May

Reunion renamed in 2023 for Dorothy Dill.

Superintendents' Commission Awards Scholarships to 100 Local Students

Joint effort of Superintendents' Commission and UNCF funds scholarships for students, including 11 scholarships to Tougaloo College

Bloom Township High Schools have Legendary Histories from Alumni

Latest Alumni, Will Williams, is Reaching for the Olympic Gold!

South Cook Spelling Bee finalists move forward to compete in Regional

Regional Bee winner will compete in the National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C.

Southland College Prep Wins Regional Basketball Championship

Boys basketball team makes history winning school's first regional championship

Bloom's Olympic Medalist Jan Johnson

Our Hero is Gone But Not Forgotten

Southland College Prep Brings Home Two State Championships in Speech

School Wins Championships in Oratorical Declamation and Humorous Duet Acting

Area Superintendents Partner with UNCF to Raise Scholarship Funds

Superintendents' Commission Scholarship Gala Largest Event of Its Kind in the Country

Chicago Heights Park District Awarded Grant

Grant To Boost Community Tree Canopy

Chicago Heights Native Wendell Mosby Releases Debut Book

Chicago Heights’ Wendell Mosby releases Crisis Proves Character, sharing his journey and tools to rise above life’s toughest challenges.

Southland College Prep Showcased on ABC7 CHICAGO “Friday Flyover"

Viewers can vote for Southland for the favorite formation at abc7chicago.com

Discover All That Libraries Offer with a Library Card

September is Library Card Sign Up Month

South Suburban Custodian Wins National Award

Sergio Nuno one of 17 national LifeChanger of the Year Award winners

Summer Reading

Fun for all ages—including adults

Staley Wants You! To be a Summer Reader

He's appearing rain or shine