Effort to provide dial-a-ride service throughout Will County bogs down in verbiage dispute
The Will County Board on Thursday approved its Access Will County plan, a comprehensive study designed to improve dial-a-ride transportation services for older residents and people with... #press
In segregated Chicago, black and tans provided lively nightlife in the early 20th century
Black and tans offered nightlife alternative In segregated Chicago in early 1900s. #press

Church news
News and events at local houses of worship #press

New pickleball complex planned in Orland Park
A new 10-court pickleball complext is coming to Orland Park #press
Roman Lynch points the way for Carmel. The senior defender’s brothers have done that for him.
Carmel’s Roman Lynch has two older brothers who are college athletes and a twin brother, Kyle, who plays football for the Corsairs. #press
South suburban congregations joining forces to ensure their churches remain viable
South suburban churches are joining together, sometimes blending congregations, sometimes just sharing space, in an effort to remain viable. #press
Volunteers build Foss Park playground in North Chicago with design help from kids; ‘They were a driving force of what you see’
Building the new playground is part of a $4 million, multiyear effort by the Foss Park District to restore the park, reopen the beach below and make other... #press
Chicago Bears GM Ryan Poles says ‘no one is flinching’ while pledging support for coach Matt Eberflus and QB Justin Fields
After a wild day for the Chicago Bears, GM Ryan Poles emerged to say there is no panic following rough start: "We have adversity right now." #press

Top 8 Best Online Casino Sites - September 2023: Overview, Ranking, Promotions and more
Check out the Tribune's definitive ranking of the top 9 best online casino sites for 2023. #press
Naperville council OKs six new employees for fire department team responding to mental health, addiction calls
The Naperville Fire Department plans to hire six new employees to build out a program that allows emergency responders to help people with mental health,... #press
Steve Reaven’s football rankings and players of the week for Lake County
Connor Vanselow carries Wauconda back into the Lake County football rankings as rival Antioch tightens its grip on the top spot. #press
Tips from the pros on how to drink well in leaner times
For many consumers, high wine markups can be jarring. Wine pros weigh in on how to get the most bang for your buck. #press
Kylie McCarthy stuffed a Lincoln-Way Central libero jersey deep in her bag. But when duty called? ‘I was ready.’
Kylie McCarthy was back on the job as the Knights' defensive backbone in Tuesday's 16-25, 25-21, 25-20 win over Homewood-Flossmoor. #press
Glenview police ask for help in investigation of deceased man found in Long Road residence
A man found deceased in a residence on Long Road is being investigated by Glenview police. #press

Are standing desks good for back pain?
Many people report benefits from using standing desks. But are they good for back pain? Find out more here and try the best standing desks we found. #press

Backup cameras: The ultimate pros and cons lists
Installing a backup camera on your vehicle provides a better view of what’s behind you. Learn more about their pros and cons in this guide. #press

NFL’s 70-something coaches are proving they still have what it takes to compete in this league
The NFL’s two oldest coaches are Pete Carroll (72) and Bill Belichick (71) — and both of them showed in Week 2 that still have what it takes to compete in this league increasingly dominated by... #press

Daily horoscope for September 19, 2023
Check out your daily horoscope here, provided by Tarot astrologers. #press

Phil Mickelson says he no longer is gambling after ‘crossing the line ... into addiction’ — but denies betting on the Ryder Cup
Phil Mickelson won’t be betting on football this year — much less the Ryder Cup — saying in a lengthy social media post that he previously crossed the line from... #press
Former NFL player missing, mother’s death ruled a homicide, Maywood police say
Maywood police are searching for a Proviso East High School graduate after they found his mother dead near a creek behind her home. #press
