SW Chicago Post

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If you're interesting in preventing crime in the neighborhood and want to meet/join forces with like-minded neighbors, head over to West Lawn Park on Tuesday, Aug. 4 and be a part of the 42nd Annual National Night Out Against Crime.
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All Southwest Siders are invited.

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Tonight!

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Looks like a burglary crew is hitting businesses in the MDW area. The Southwest Chicago Post has details at this link: https://t.co/P41DpLJ7g8

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A sweet little boy and his family are asking you for just a minute of your time this Sunday. The Southwest Chicago Post has details at this link: https://t.co/W9ksmbXnv4

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Children battling cancer--and their moms and dads--can always use some extra love and support from all of us.
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Here's an opportunity to do just that. The Southwest Chicago Post has details at this link: https://t.co/uLwvPLUkz5

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A truly astounding tale. Full details at this link: https://t.co/8HNwI4TQ4o

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Mark your calendar!

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May your Memorial Day be observed with dignity, solemnity and gratitude for those men and women who died for America's liberty. https://t.co/Ad1lcD1h67

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Midway Chamber of Commerce names Geno Randazzo the grand marshal of the 2026 Patriot's Day Parade. The Southwest Chicago Post has details at this link: https://t.co/aen81nuVlN

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Mark your calendar, bingo players! :-)
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Thanks to our friend, Sharon Skala, for sharing this information.

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Heavy rain is expected in the area, starting early Wednesday morning.
Learn how to prepare for stormwater at this link: https://t.co/52rNlNRI2i
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Learn more about Combined Sewer Overflow prevention here: https://t.co/gMJlcI0A1B

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Registration is required for this free, virtual program. Visit https://t.co/mt3jWK2E0F or https://t.co/XtP2iJ8hBv to sign up.

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If ever you've seen, in person, a street procession that includes the Body of Christ, you know how powerful it can be. Here's one coming up. All are invited to attend and honor the memory of these two brave, fallen CPD officers.

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Heads up, bingo fans!

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Officers at the 8th Districr HQ were delighted to grab one of 30 boxes of Girl Scout cookies from members of Troop 26186, based out of St. Symphorosa School. A number of Scouts in the troop are themselves daughters of police officers. Cookies were paid for by a local business.

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SW Siders know Coach Elsa from her years of faithful service to the community, especially as a leader of youth athletics in the greater MDW area. But most are not aware that she's an accomplished baker as well. Folks rave about her old-fashioned butter cookies. 🙂

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Help find 15yo Naileyah Moran, who was last seen at about 5 p.m. Saturday, March 21 near 70th and Lawndale. 5-feet-1, weighs about 120 pounds. Brown eyes, black/red hair, light complexion. Pierced nostrils, scar on her upper lip. Hot pink sweater. Call 911.

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The small town in the big city steps up to help a sweet little girl in her time of need. The Southwest Chicago Post has the story at this link: https://t.co/pjdAw14YoX

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Easter Egg Hunt fun, straight ahead at Normandy Park! See the flyer for details.
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Thanks to our friend, Jason Huff, for the reminder! :-)