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Which former South Cook News area high school standouts will be in action on Sunday, May 4?

By South Cook News | May 1, 2025

These former South Cook News area high school standouts will be in action on Sunday, May 4.

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Did West Harvey-Dixmoor Public School District 147 students fail or pass their 2023-24 math tests?

By South Cook News | Apr 30, 2025

In the 2023-24 school year, 98.9% of West Harvey-Dixmoor Public School District 147 students failed the math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Activist event discussing illegal immigration relocated after leftist pressure prompts 115 Bourbon Street venue cancellation

By South Cook News reports | Apr 30, 2025

A high-profile immigration-focused event scheduled for April 30 was abruptly canceled by 115 Bourbon Street following an online pressure campaign from a leftist group, sparking controversy over political neutrality and freedom of expression.

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Government events this May in South Cook County

By South Cook News | Apr 30, 2025

The following events are scheduled to take place in South Cook County this month.

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Just over $5.7 million in County Sales Tax collected in 2024 for Cook County

By South Cook News | Apr 30, 2025

In 2024, Cook County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous year.

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Views on mental health, society, and politics by Commissioner Sean Morrison

By South Cook News | Apr 30, 2025

Commissioner Sean Morrison shared his perspectives on mental health and political sentiment in a series of tweets dated April 29 and 30, 2025.

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44.4% of Indian Springs School District 109 students met or exceeded ELA IAR expectations on tests in 2023-24 school year

By South Cook News | Apr 30, 2025

In the 2023-24 school year, 44.4% of the students in Indian Springs School District 109 passed the ELA portion of the IAR, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Local Government Meeting today in South Cook County

By South Cook News | Apr 30, 2025

South Cook County City Council Meeting starting at 5:30 pm today — here's what you need to know!

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Daniel J. McGowan, 91, Ret. CFD Member, Knights of Columbus, Dies

By South Cook News | Apr 30, 2025

Daniel J. McGowan passed away on April 28. Below is the obituary.

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Eleanor L. Ouwenga, Dedicated Mother and Wife, Dies at 89

By South Cook News | Apr 30, 2025

Eleanor L. Ouwenga passed away on April 28. Below is the obituary.

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Menelaos “Mike” Papageorgiou, 95, Remembered for Love of Family and Tradition

By South Cook News | Apr 30, 2025

Menelaos Papageorgiou passed away on April 28. Below is the obituary.

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Michael E. Sarcinelli, 66, Passes Away; Survived by Wife, Children, Grandchildren

By South Cook News | Apr 30, 2025

Michael Sarcinelli passed away on April 28. Below is the obituary.

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Commissioner Sean Morrison addresses Trump admin criticism and attends cultural event, April 2025

By South Cook News | Apr 30, 2025

Commissioner Sean Morrison responded to criticism of the Trump administration on April 30, 2025, while also celebrating a cultural event.

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Which former South Cook News area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, May 3?

By South Cook News | Apr 30, 2025

These former South Cook News area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, May 3.

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Family & kids events this May in South Cook County

By South Cook News | Apr 29, 2025

Don't miss out on these family & kids events happening in South Cook County this month.

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Entertainment events this May in South Cook County

By South Cook News | Apr 29, 2025

Don't miss out on these entertainment events happening in South Cook County this month.

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Cook County residents pay just under $12.8 million in Private Vehicle County Home Rule Sales Tax in 2024

By South Cook News | Apr 29, 2025

In 2024, Cook County saw a decrease in Private Vehicle County Home Rule Sales Tax collection compared to the previous year.

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Prairie State sales taxes: Tinley Park residents paid 36th-largest sum in January

By South Cook News | Apr 29, 2025

Tinley Park residents paid $2.4 million in sales taxes, the 36th highest total paid per municipality in January.

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44.7% of Homewood School District 153 students met or exceeded ELA IAR expectations on tests in 2023-24 school year

By South Cook News | Apr 29, 2025

In the 2023-24 school year, 44.7% of the students in Homewood School District 153 passed the ELA portion of the IAR, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Local Government Meeting today in South Cook County

By South Cook News | Apr 29, 2025

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