Column: Iran war complicates housing market in south suburbs, experts say May 25, 2026 at 5:15 a.m. South suburban real estate professionals say uncertainty abounds amid increases in the cost of living and interest rates.
Column: Olympia Fields blood drive remembers Kristin Arielle Oliver April 27, 2026 at 10:57 a.m. The Sickle Cell Disease Association, Rich Township and Top Ladies of Distinction South Suburban Chicago Chapter supported the drive.
Column: Gasoline prices curtail business, behaviors of south suburban residents April 13, 2026 at 6:29 p.m. Stephanie Luster of Flossmoor, Corrine Wilkerson of Homewood, and Dalton Campbell of Lansing say gas prices have curtailed activity.
Column: South suburban tax preparers remind filers to check for new deductions March 16, 2026 at 1:35 p.m. Felecia Stevenson, owner of six Jackson Hewitt locations, and Park Forest-based Kirby Ashley outline new deductions for tax filers.
Column: South suburban residents share personal experiences with Rev. Jesse Jackson March 2, 2026 at 2:11 p.m. South suburban officials and volunteers, along with columnist Francine Knowles, share their memories of the Rev. Jesse Jackson.
Column: For Black History Month, south suburban residents share who inspired them February 16, 2026 at 12:23 p.m. Black voices from the south suburbs share their thoughts on which deceased and living African Americans inspired them.
Column: Service group promotes literacy through Little Free Library in Harvey January 19, 2026 at 6:45 a.m. The Little Free Library in Harvey's Gloria Taylor Park was established by Top Ladies of Distinction Will County Black Diamond Chapter.
Column: Recipients of federal food benefits need to be aware of new eligibility rules January 5, 2026 at 3:37 p.m. SNAP recipients should take steps now to protect their benefits, as advocates warn changes will mean more people will go hungry.
Column: Southland College Prep’s Gloria Chatman honored for inspiring young artists December 8, 2025 at 2:26 p.m. Timeless Gifts Performing Arts Program award Gloria Chatman the Juanita Passmore Legacy Award for her work at Southland College Prep.
Column: Those in past year’s columns share Thanksgiving gratitude, traditions November 24, 2025 at 4:43 p.m. Columnist Francine Knowles reached out those she interviewed this past year to learn what they’re most thankful for.