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In the 2023-24 school year, 34.8% of the students in Alsip-Hazelgreen-Oaklawn School District 126 passed the ELA portion of the IAR, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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South Cook News area weekly mass times

The following parishes in the South Cook News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Local Government Meeting today in South Cook County

South Cook County City Council Meeting starting at 9:30 am today — here's what you need to know!

sean morrison comments on religion and politics via twitter

Commissioner Sean Morrison took to Twitter on May 9 and May 10 to discuss religious inclusivity during Pope Leo XIV's mass and share his critical perspective on U.S. politics under President Biden's administration.

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Which former South Cook News area high school standouts will be in action on Tuesday, May 13?

These former South Cook News area high school standouts will be in action on Tuesday, May 13.

Cheapest E15 gas in cities across Cook County in week ending May 3

The only price of E15 gas in cities throughout Cook County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 3, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Test Expectations: How many students met or exceeded ELA IAR expectations in Arbor Park School District 145 in 2023-24 school year?

In the 2023-24 school year, 35.5% of the students in Arbor Park School District 145 passed the ELA portion of the IAR, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

In 2023-24 school year, 93.2% of Prairie-Hills Elementary School District 144 students failed math portion of IAR

In the 2023-24 school year, 93.2% of Prairie-Hills Elementary School District 144 students failed the math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Cook County in week ending May 3?

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Cook County was found at two gas stations in the week ending May 3, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Angeline "Angie" Coyle, 68, of Tinley Park, Passes Away

Angeline "Angie" Coyle passed away on May 7. Below is the obituary.

Joseph Riley Kammer, 21, Mourned in Orland Park

Joseph Riley Kammer passed away on May 7. Below is the obituary.

Kenneth D. "Ken" Robertson, 80, Passes Away

Kenneth "Ken" D. Robertson passed away on May 7. Below is the obituary.

Commissioner Sean Morrison shares views on local ties and international politics

Commissioner Sean Morrison's recent tweets highlight his thoughts on local roots in Chicago and political discourse following a U.S.-U.K. trade deal announcement.

Casino Royale Gala raises nearly $90K for South Suburban College students

The South Suburban College (SSC) Foundation successfully held its Casino Royale Gala on April 26, 2025, at the Odyssey Country Club in South Holland, Illinois.

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Which former South Cook News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, May 12?

These former South Cook News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, May 12.

In 2023-24 school year, 93.6% of Dolton School District 148 students failed math portion of IAR

In the 2023-24 school year, 93.6% of Dolton School District 148 students failed the math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Orland School District 135: How many students met or exceeded expectations in Math in 2023-24 school year?

In the 2023-24 school year, 37.7% of the students in Orland School District 135 passed the Math portion of the IAR, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Cook County in week ending May 3?

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Cook County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 3, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Q4 2024 Recap: 172 parolees from Cook County convicted of crimes against persons set for supervised release

There were 172 offenders convicted of crimes against persons living in Cook County released on parole during the fourth quarter of 2024, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the South Cook News.

Entertainment events this weekend in South Cook County: Friday, May 9 - Sunday, May 11