Stagg students showcase art at McCord Gallery Art by students at Amos Alonzo Stagg High School in Palos Hills can be viewed through Jan. 24 at McCord Gallery & Cultural Center, 9602 W. Creek Road in Palos Park. An artist reception is planned for 6 to 8 p.m. Jan. 23 at the gallery, which is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays and 11 a.m. to 4 .m. Saturdays. The show began … [Read more...] about Around the Southland: Area students showcase art, create silent films, more
More than 20 Chicago chefs and restaurants are 2026 James Beard Award semifinalists
The James Beard Foundation announced its 2026 Restaurant and Chef Award semifinalists on Wednesday and nearly two dozen Chicago chefs, restaurants and bars are in the running for a coveted nomination. The awards, marking their 36th year, are among the most prestigious in the U.S. culinary industry, often referred to as the Oscars of the food world. “For four decades, the … [Read more...] about More than 20 Chicago chefs and restaurants are 2026 James Beard Award semifinalists
Gary council suspends consideration of wet processing system ordinance
After some resident opposition, the Gary Common Council suspended consideration of an ordinance that would allow for a wet processing system in the city’s Aetna neighborhood. Council Vice President Darren Washington made the motion, and it was unanimously approved. Councilwoman Mary Brown, D-3rd, was absent from Tuesday night’s meeting. The ordinance would give Reconstruct … [Read more...] about Gary council suspends consideration of wet processing system ordinance
ICE activity increases in Maine as anxiety grows in immigrant communities
PORTLAND, Maine — The Trump administration is now targeting its mass deportation campaign on Maine, a state with relatively few residents in the United States illegally but a notable presence of African refugees in its largest cities. The Department of Homeland Security named the operation “Catch of the Day,” an apparent play on Maine’s seafood industry, just as it has done for … [Read more...] about ICE activity increases in Maine as anxiety grows in immigrant communities
Hobart Fire Department adds to ranks with two additional firefighters
Firefighters/EMTs Samuel Stevens and Benjamin Casillas took the oath of office during a swearing-in ceremony held Tuesday at the Hobart Fire Department. The addition of the two men brings the total employment up to 63, the first time the Hobart department has been fully staffed in numerous years, Hobart Fire Chief Enrique Lopez said in a release. Both men came to the department … [Read more...] about Hobart Fire Department adds to ranks with two additional firefighters