10/19/2026
South Suburban News is proud to announce its 50 under 50 Recognition Program, an initiative celebrating exceptional individuals under 50 who are demonstrating outstanding leadership, professional excellence, innovation, and a commitment to strengthening communities throughout Chicago’s South Suburbs.
We are proud of our CEO, Monika Payne who has been recognized as one of the 50 under 50 honorees!
You can check out the newspaper edition here: https://www.flipsnack.com/7F5CF6AA9F7/october-16-2026-south-suburban-news.html
You will see her on page 2! Congratulations to all of the honorees 🙏🏽