“Do as I say, not as I do” is a phrase that parents like to use, and it comes to mind recently.
Veterans Day is Nov. 11, and although it began as an occasion to remember the armistice that international leaders signed in 1918 to end World War I, it has evolved for Americans into a day of deeper meaning.
The general election was held on Tuesday, Nov. 3, after press time for this week’s edition of The Beverly Review.
Christmas is two months away, but the Beverly Area Planning Association (BAPA) is already in the holiday spirit.
For several years, serious safety concerns have arisen during funeral processions at Mt. Hope Cemetery, 11500 S. Fairfield Ave.
It was only a matter of time, and sure enough, President Donald Trump was diagnosed with COVID-19.
Technically, Election Day has arrived—and there’s not a minute to waste.
In recent weeks, The Beverly Review has published numerous letters to the editor about messages posted on the marquee of a local bar.
Mary Chappell has a bright future in journalism—in fact, she’s already a star.
After the mass shooting at a beloved restaurant in Morgan Park on Aug. 30, it’s natural for local residents to experience emotions such as sadness, fear and anger.
Making the best out of a bad situation is a way of life in the days of COVID-19, and the Beverly Area Planning Association (BAPA) is doing just that.
As summer winds down, local residents will be looking for ways to occupy their time—of course, options are limited due to the public health crisis.
The school year is here—or almost here—for students, parents, teachers and principals, and it’s certain they are wondering about what the year holds.
Any decision that any leader makes these days regarding COVID-19 is sure to be scrutinized, but the Illinois High School Association, which oversees high school athletics, should be applauded for its approach to the 2020-21 school year.
Whether it’s nationally or locally, people are not happy with the United States Postal Service (USPS).
We all need a break—not a permanent escape from the stressful news that arrives every minute of every day, just a break.
Despite concerns about the economy re-opening while COVID-19 remains a real threat, it’s encouraging to see positive things on the local business scene.
Sports are a reflection of the state of a nation.
Wearing a facemask isn’t difficult, although many Americans seem to disagree. They also think their rights are being violated if they’re required to wear one.
Juneteenth should be a national holiday.
The Illinois High School Association (IHSA) announced good news on June 15—and that benefits multiple sports.
Chicago entered Phase 3 of its response plan to COVID-19 on June 3, allowing previously closed businesses, such as hair salons and barbershops, to reopen and for bars and restaurants to offer outdoor dining.
Given the number of people kneeling, marching and wearing T-shirts with slogans, black lives seem to matter more now than they did a month ago.
So, where do we go from here? What happens now?
Gov. J.B. Pritzker announced that Illinois can enter Phase 3 of its re-opening plan on Friday, May 29, allowing businesses such as hair salons to open and bars and restaurants to offer outdoor dining.
Like everything else, Memorial Day will be different this year.
The neighborhood has been overwhelmingly supportive of charitable causes during the COVID-19 crisis, and the Maple Morgan Park Food Pantry continues to be a wonderful institution that remains worthy of donations.
The Beverly Breast Cancer Walk will look far different this year.
Senior retirement and long-term care facilities have been especially impacted by COVID-19, and that includes in this neighborhood.
Sports provide a respite during difficult times, but they have been put on hold during the COVID-19 crisis.
It should come as no surprise, but Beverly, Morgan Park and Mt. Greenwood have rallied together while traversing the uncharted waters of COVID-19.
Throughout the COVID-19 crisis, people have been urged to think of others and consider ways to support the local economy.
If there were ever a time that Americans need leadership, it’s now.
Amidst the chaos of the coronavirus—fears of getting it, fears of not knowing what will happen in the next hour, day or week—some people emerge as trustworthy sources.
The Chicago High School for Agricultural Sciences (CHSAS) celebrated the opening of its therapeutic riding arena on Feb. 25.
Local residents turned out in full force for the 20th annual Chicago Polar Plunge on March 1 at North Avenue Beach.
One of the many issues that draws the ire of Chicago Police Department (CPD) personnel is seeing someone they arrested for a violent crime walk out without serving what they consider to be an appropriate sentence.
For many people in Beverly, Morgan Park and Mt. Greenwood, their parish and their elementary school are a big part of their identity.
The “Get Behind the Vest” pancake breakfast hosted by 19th Ward Ald. Matt O’Shea has become a yearly tradition that warms up people during seemingly endless winters.
Chicago area residents have been fortunate to experience moderate temperatures and snowfall this winter, but that doesn’t mean Old Man Winter won’t show up at any time, which means residents and business owners should be ready to make sure their sidewalks are cleared of snow.
Kobe Bryant, the retired NBA superstar, died on Jan. 26, stunning people around the world.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day was Monday, Jan. 20. All around social media, people posted inspiring quotes from the heroic leader of the Civil Rights Movement.
People can say one thing for sure about local business owners. They’re working—really hard—to get customers in the door through fun promotions.
People continue to disagree on when it is appropriate to talk politics—and to whom people should listen regarding politics—but it should be a consensus that everyone needs to support the fight against the wildfires that are ravaging Australia.
It’s OK to make a mistake—and it’s commendable when that mistake is corrected.
The moment that everyone knew was coming, whether they thought it was justified or not, arrived on Dec. 18. President Donald Trump was impeached by the U.S. House of Representatives.
The Hallmark Channel is known for its uplifting, warm holiday movies, but lately, it’s looking more like a Grinch.
There is a place in society for “cancel culture”—the name given to the idea of exposing the past inappropriate actions of public figures and then demanding they be fired or resign.
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