Lincoln-Way East celebrates competitive cheer state championship February 9, 2026 at 3:43 p.m. Lincoln-Way East topped Lockport’s 97.00 to win the Class 3A title. Lincoln-Way Central finished fifth and Lincoln-Way West 10th.
Lyons Township dance team brings home 2nd place trophy from state February 27, 2026 at 3:15 p.m. Lyons Township High School’s competitive dance team won 2nd at the IHSA state event, then finished in the top 5 at nationals.
After four years of volleyball, Marist’s Mary Clare Brusek plays basketball for Western Michigan. ‘Why not?’ February 8, 2026 at 9:05 p.m. Marist graduate Mary Clare Brusek, after playing four years of volleyball, steps up for Western Michigan in basketball.
Marvin Douglas finds winning formula for Homewood-Flossmoor against upset-minded Stagg. ‘Do what you gotta do.’ February 6, 2026 at 10:12 p.m. Marvin Douglas breaks Homewood-Flossmoor's scoring skid with a quick basket to spark a 58-51 win over Stagg.
Ava Little listens to dad to make key plays in Mother McAuley’s win over Providence. ‘My biggest supporter.’ February 6, 2026 at 11:51 a.m. Ava Little scores 11 points as Mother McAuley beats Prividence 65-55 in GCAC Tournament semifinals.
Is 3,000 points possible for Morgan Park Academy’s Tiara Williams? She moves up IHSA list. ‘It’s challenging.’ February 4, 2026 at 10:19 p.m. Tiara Williams tallies 27 points, six rebounds, six assists and six steals to lead Morgan Park Academy to 62-29 win over Wolcott.
South Side Irish Parade grand marshal, honorees have 9/11 connection February 6, 2026 at 1:40 p.m. The South Side Irish Parade will honor first responders via the Tunnel to Towers Foundation and St. Christina Catholic Parish.
Magdalene Mikroulis, who’s open to playing in college, shows senior leadership for Lemont. ‘A steady presence.’ February 3, 2026 at 10:25 p.m. Magdalene Mikroulis scores team-high 13 points, including nine in the second half, to help Lemont to 36-33 win.
Jeff Vorva’s high school girls basketball rankings and player of the week for the Daily Southtown February 2, 2026 at 10:59 p.m. Evergreen Park and T.F. North enter rankings topped by Bloom, Mother McAuley and Providence.
Even off the bench, Olivia King reigns supreme as Lincoln-Way East earns win over Andrew. ‘Keep it going.’ February 2, 2026 at 10:14 p.m. Olivia King leads balanced scoring attack with 10 points to help lead Lincoln-Way East to 49-46 win over Andrew.