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CORONAVIRUS UPDATE: 'Dramatic Increase' In Cases: Coronavirus In The Southland
Coronavirus In The Southland: Latest update on cases, closures and ways to help in the south suburbs.
2 Employees At Evergreen Park Walmart Die Of Coronavirus
Walmart representative confirms two Chicago men who had worked at the store in Evergreen Park died of coronavirus, NBC 5 Chicago reports.
Conductor On Metra Southwest Line Tests Positive for Coronavirus
The conductor has not been at work since March 25. The Southwest Line stops at Oak Lawn, Worth, Chicago Ridge, Palos, Orland and Manhattan.
Lemont Nursing Home Denial Contradicts Medical Examiner's Finding
On March 30, Franciscan Village posted a letter on their website titled, "The FACTS in Response to the Patch Article posted on 03/28/2020."
Coronavirus Forces Closure Of 22nd Century Media
22nd Century Media, which publishes 14 Chicago-area weekly newspapers including many in the south suburbs, closed its doors permanently Tuesday.
2 Dead After Head-On Crash On I-80 Near Oak Forest
The drivers of both cars that collided on Interstate 80 near I-57 died as a result of a Wednesday night crash.
4-Year Old Boy Accidentally Shot Himself To Death In Thornton
The Cook County Medical Examiner's Office has confirmed the identity of the young victim as Amir Jennings-Green.
Recovering South Suburban Refused Service At Walgreens Drive-Thru
With more people testing positive for coronavirus, the reality is that those recovering from the virus will be out and about.
Silver Cross Hospital Tapped For Inmate Coronavirus Care
Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox will comply with Illinois Department of Health instructions to care for two inmates with the coronavirus.
Quarantined Kids Celebrate Coronavirus-Safe Birthdays
From car parades to fire truck drivebys, kids whose birthday parties got canceled are enjoying the coronavirus-safe alternatives.
Cooper's Hawk Feeding Employees During Coronavirus Crisis
Employees at the 43 Cooper's Hawk locations nationwide, including the ones in Orland Park and Oak Lawn, are treated to carryout lunches and dinners for every day.
Animal Shelter In Danger Of Closing Permanently: How You Can Help
NAWS still has dogs in desperate need of adoption, and donations of supplies are badly needed.
Hospital Wouldn't Allow Security Guard To Wear Mask: Lawsuit
Marvell Moody said his supervisor at Advocate South Suburban Hospital would not allow him to wear a mask while on duty.
No Lifetime Ban For Man Accused Of Stealing Food Worth $13: Jewel
A man who police say took a $13.18 food item out of the store and put it on the bench outside has been charged with retail theft.
'Mega Lottery' Has $9,000 In Gift Certificates Up For Grabs
Tickets purchased will help 30 businesses in Beverly, Mount Greenwood and Morgan Park stay afloat during these tough times.
Ed Farmer, Longtime White Sox Radio Voice, Dies
A South Side Chicago native who played for the White Sox and broadcasted their games for years has died.

WOW! HOUSE OF THE WEEK
Gleaming Hardwood Floors, Breakfast Bar In An Oak Forest Beauty
A wood-burning fireplace in a cozy living room highlights this grand home on La Grande Court.

PETS OF THE WEEK

• NAWS Adoptable Pet Of The Week: Bey Bey
• Pet Of The Week At South Suburban Humane Society: Shadow

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• Retail Theft, Car Burglary: New Lenox Police Reports
• Image Released Of 'Dirty Gray Van' Used In Ruse Burglary
• Retail Theft Report In Orland: Von Maur, Sephora, Lover's Lane
• Leaving The Scene, No License: Lemont Police Reports
• Man In Surgical Mask Tries To Lure Children To His Car: Police
• Ruse Burglary Gang Targets Elderly Homeowner: Cops

READING LIST

WORTH A LOOK

• Messages of Love Left Chalked On Grandmother's Driveway
• Ed Farmer Was Also The Voice Of Papa Hops Softball
• Pat McGann Does His Standup Comedy From Home Amid Coronavirus
• Tips on Coping with Anxiety during the COVID-19 Pandemic
• T-Shirts Support Small Businesses In The 19th Ward: Biz Beat
• Meal Train Created For Silver Cross ICU Staff
• The Bridge Teen Center Awarded $10,000 Grant
• MPA Actor Wins Top State Award For Theatre
• Lincoln-Way Central Students Win National Art Award
• SXU Names Scott Campbell Interim Men's Basketball Head Coach
• Mount Greenwood Cleaners Closes Permanently: Biz Beat
• Mental Health Center Site Talks Stall Amid Coronavirus Pandemic

IN MEMORIAM

• South Suburban Death Notices, Week of March 9
• Mansour Tadros, Arab-American 'Icon,' Dies Of Coronavirus

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