Proviso Communities Hit Hard By Rain

The Proviso Township communities were all hit hard by the weekend rain. Severe flooding has been reported in Melrose Park, Maywood, Bellwood, Hillside, and Forest Park. The rains have caused at least one district to cancel Monday classes.

Breaking News: Arnie Bryant Dies From Massive Stroke!!!

The Insider has received word from numerous sources across Proviso Township that Bellwood Library Board President and former Proviso Township Trustee Arnie Bryant suffered a massive stroke on Monday evening and was rushed to Loyola Medical Center in Maywood where he died at 4pm on Tuesday. According to sources, Bryant did not feel well on Monday and eventually suffered a stroke around 5:30pm. Sources tell the Insider that Bryant was in critical condition until about 3pm on Tuesday. Shortly after being taken off life support, Bryant passed away with family by his side. Our hearts and prayers go out to the Bryant family at this time.