Tenants Of South Shore Apartment, Previously Raided By Feds, Forced Out Due To Foreclosure

The building was raided by federal immigration agents earlier this year, and now residents say they need more time to help with relocation.

Freight Train Derails Near South Deering On Chicago's South Side: Reports

At least six tanker cars fell off the tracks, according to news reports.

South Side Church Hopes For Fresh Start After Thanksgiving Day Fire; Seeks Help From Community

Demolition and clean up continue where the Renewal Life Church once stood at West 59th Street and South Emerald Avenue.

Bronzeville Church Offers Weekly Grocery Giveaways, Saying It Still Isn't Meeting Growing Demand

"Gotta have dressing for Thanksgiving, and your cake," Davis said. "It's not grandma's but it'll get you through."

Emmett Till's Family Honored In 2 Works By Sculptor Richard Hunt At Loyola Exhibit

The Chicago teen was brutally beaten and killed in Mississippi in 1955. Hunt lived near the Till family.

Life-Sized 'Pilgrim Mother' Sculpture Continues World Tour At St. Gall/St. Simon In Gage Park

The unique, life-sized sculpture of the Virgin of Guadalupe will be on public exhibit at St. Gall/St. Simon Parish from Oct. 3 to Oct. 19.

High-Tech Prescription Vending Machines Rolled Out At Advocate Trinity, Advocate South Suburban

The innovative devices allow clinicians to easily send prescriptions to the machine for immediate care.

73-Year-Woman Dies In House Fire On Far South Side

Chicago firefighters found the woman unresponsive on the floor, who was pronounced at the scene, officials said.

Community Meeting Set Wednesday To Hear Proposed Plans For Ford City Mall Re-Development

Ald. Derrick Curtis will host a community meeting Wednesday, Sept. 10, at Richard J. Daley College to hear plans for Ford City Mall re-do.

Bronze Sculpture In Wentworth Park Honors Slain Chicago Police Officer Ella French And Her Love Of Dogs

Elizabeth French said her daughter would be very happy to know she would be watching over the dogs that came to play at Wentworth Park.

Chicago Unions Plan 'Worker Over Billionaire' Labor Day March Downtown, Other Protests In Chicago Area

Chicago unions will hold a Labor Day march and rally at Haymarket Memorial, with similar events taking place Monday, Sept. 1.

Train Ride From Chicago To Mississippi Marks 70 Years Since Of Emmett Till's Death

The Amtrak City of New Orleans left Chicago's Union Station at 8:05 p.m. Wednesday night, following a communal prayer.

Chicago Institution Commemorates 100 Years Since Founding Of Pullman Porters' Union

"It's so important to understand that the struggle is never, ever over," said Kenneth Webb.

As Ford City Mall Faces End, Nostalgia Grows For Former Shopping Mecca Of Southwest Side

In 1970, the Nickel Bag in Ford City Mall's fabled Peacock Alley was the place to go for bell bottoms, chokers, candles and rolling papers.

Chicago Piping Plover Chicks Move To 63rd Street Beach

Chicago's beloved piping plover chicks have flown south — but only south from Cubs fan territory to White Sox fan territory.

Eucharistic Miracles Exhibit Designed By 'Patron Saint' Of The Internet Coming This Weekend To Chicago Lawn

Relics from the first Millennial Saint Carlos Acutis will be on display Aug. 9 and Aug. 10 at St. Rita of Cascia Parish in Chicago Lawn.

Honorary Street Renaming Ceremony Held For Fallen CPD Officer Ella French

The event was held at 26th Street and California Avenue, right outside the George N. Leighton Criminal Courthouse.

Family Mounts Desperate Search For Missing, Endangered South Side Woman Who May Be In Need Of Medication

The family of Felicia Bates, 49, say she has not been heard from since July 2. She told family members she was headed to Nicholas Park.

Swing for a Cause at St. Coletta’s 36th Annual Kennedy Golf Outing

Tee off August 18 to support individuals with developmental disabilities

Chicago Officials Break Ground On SACRED Apartments Affordable Housing

The five-story "SACRED Apartments" at 9200 S. Burley Ave. will include 81 units of affordable housing and 6,000 feet of retail space.

South Shore Drill Team Celebrates 45-Year Anniversary In June With Performance At Gary Comer Youth Center

The South Shore Drill Team was founded by Arthur Robertson, a teacher who sought to provide young people with a sense of belonging.

Harlem Globetrotters Honored With Street Name In Chicago's Bronzeville Neighborhood

The team of five players first played in the Negro American Legion League, and then turned professional in 1972 as the Savoy Big Five.

CTA To Clean Up 6 Stations As Part Of Refresh & Renew Program

The work includes plumbing repairs, replacing lights and signs, and removing outdated equipment.

Chicago Advocates Teach Immigrants About Handling Their Financial Assets If They're Deported

The organization is also focusing on things like credit cards and car payments — which would not disappear if someone were deported.

Pregnant Beaver Spotted Along Chicago River's South Branch

A new celebrity is making waves in Chicago — and she's the talk of Chicago's South and Southwest sides.

Cook County Sheriff Says ICE Claims About No Access To Jail Are False

If federal authorities have arrest warrants for detainees, they can come pick them up as they have for years, the sheriff's statement said.

Chicago Public Schools CEO Martinez, Cardinal Cupich Address Immigration Raid Worries

On Thursday, Chicago Public Schools Chief Executive Officer Pedro Martinez addressed parents' concerns.

New Class At Malcolm X College Teaching Victim Advocates How To Respond To Gun Violence

A new class of victim advocates is being trained on how to respond to the city's gun violence epdidemic.

A Survivor's Strength

Double Lung Transplant Recipient Raises Funds While Confronting Cancer

Chicago Nonprofit UCAN Launches Program To Help Young Men From Struggling Neighborhoods

The group of 19 boys taking part in the REACH 21 program represents the South Side's Burnside, Englewood, and Roseland neighborhoods.

New South Side Diabetes Outpatient Clinic Opens At Advocate Trinity

The new outpatient clinic is intended to help South Side residents effectively manage Type 1, Type 2, gestational and pre-diabetes.

Patch Queen Of Hearts Action Report, Week Of December 16

Do you feel lucky? Patch has rounded up the current Queen of Hearts raffle happening around the Southland. You can't win if you don't play.

Rep. La Shawn Ford Invites Community To Black Friday Wealth Symposium

The free symposium features panels, workshops, networking and a vendor expo Friday, Nov. 29, at the Harold Washington Cultural Center.

Over 2 Years After Fire, Groundbreaking Is Held For New Antioch Missionary Baptist Church In Chicago

Loss turned to hope in Englewood for Pastor Dew and his congregation.

Funeral Procession Route Monday For Fallen Chicago PO Enrique Martinez

Motorists can expect rolling closures Monday, Nov. 18, during the funeral procession for fallen Chicago Police Officer Enrique Martinez.

3 Lucky Southsiders Win $1.4M In Lucky Day Lotto

Three lifelong friends near Midway Airport went in a Lucky Day Lotto ticket winning $1.4 million in the Oct. 4 midday pull.

IL Lotto Player Has Only 2 Weeks Left To Claim $250,000 Prize

A Lucky Day Lotto player has less than two weeks to claim their prize for a ticket purchased Oct. 29, 2023 at a South Side supermarket.

Young Men Show Off Their Tech, Business, Gaming Projects At Hidden Genius Project Event

The Hidden Genius Project teaches technology and entrepreneurship to young Black boys and men in Chicago and across the country.

Turn A Gun In Saturday At CPD Gun Buyback At St. Sabina Church

The no-questions asked gun buyback takes place Sept. 28. Community members will receive a $100 gift card for each gun turned in.

Grieving Chicago Mother Can't Understand Why Robbers Shot, Killed Her Daughter

The grieving mother wants to know why the robber shot her daughter even after she complied.

"Tomorrow, Tomorrow, And Tomorrow" Is The 2024 "One Book One Chicago" Selection

The Chicago Public Library invites the public to add one more novel to fall reading lists for the "One Book One Chicago" program.

Cooling Centers Open On South Side As Heat Index Rises To 110

Here's some information to survive the excessive heat, including Chicago South Side cooling centers and where to report a power outage.

Resurfacing Of Morgan Street Set To Begin Monday On South Side

Resurfacing of Morgan Street between 63rd and 79th streets and between 82nd and 87th Streets will begin Monday, Aug. 26, weather permitting.

Retired Priest With Ties To Queen of Martyrs, Albert The Great Dies

Rev. John J. Doyle, who served parishes in Burbank, Evergreen Park, Flossmoor and others dies at 79. Visitation and Mass set for Feb. 10.

From Triple Organ Transplant to Summit Success

Sarah McPharlin's Triumph Over Adversity

‘Every Kind Word, Every Kind Thought, Fills The Heartbreak'

A GoFundMe campaign has been set up for the family of Jonnie Angel Klein, 31, who was fatally shot in a robbery gone wrong in Worth.

2-1-1 Helpline Connects Cook County Residents to Social Services

Residents of Chicago and suburban Cook County can dial 2-1-1 or visit 211MetroChicago.org to connect with assistance

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South Suburban Fish Fry Roundup for Lent 2020

Find a list of nearby fish fry events happening on the South Side and south suburbs during the 2020 Lenten season.