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Let's get you all caught up on the news making headlines in today's Top Southland Stories.

Archdiocese Caves, Suburban Catholic Schools To Go Mask Optional

Office of Catholic Schools sends midnight email to parents that suburban Lake and Cook schools will become mask optional on Thursday.

Mokena Post Office Mailbox Target Of Attempted Break-In: Police

The outdoor mailbox at the Mokena Post Office was removed Monday after an attempted break-in early Sunday morning, according to police.

WGN David Hochberg's Vest-A-Thon Supports Get Behind The Vest

WGN host David Hochberg is hosting a radiothon this Saturday, Feb. 12, to raise money to buy bulletproof vests for Chicago police officers.

Woman Charged With Reckless Homicide In Death Of 4-Year-Old: Cops

Police announced the charge against a woman who they said was on her phone when her car hit a curb, went through a fence and hit a swing set.

Hundreds Rally In Support Of Principal For Defying Mask Mandate

Queen of Martyrs Principal Jacob "Doc" Mathius placed on administrative leave after emailing parents that school would become mask-optional.

Lincoln-Way Wrestling Club Wins First State Title In Its History

The Lincoln-Way Wrestling Club beat Yorkville's Team 1006 Wrestling Jan. 29 for its first state title in its nearly 30-year history.

Oak Lawn Medical Student Shoots Brother 6 Times: Police

The Oak Lawn man claims he shot his brother six times in self-defense during an argument, prosecutors said. Bail is set at $1 million.

Looking For Love? Cicero, Of All Places, A Top 'Burb For Singles

COLUMN: Ex-Cicero President Betty Loren-Maltese, who is single and 73, says report counting the town's eligible daters is fake news.

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