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2 Found Dead | Car Crashes Into Home | Bullet Found At HS | End Of Era
PLUS: Barricade ends peacefully | Felon found with guns, drugs | Mom of 2 needs liver | Board member resigns | Cats will poop on your ex

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Tuesday, Jan. 30.
Police said the victims did not show any signs of trauma.
A 49-year-old man is charged with DUI and traffic violations after Oak Lawn police said his SUV left the roadway and crashed into a home.
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A student found the bullet Monday morning and the school was put on soft lockdown. A gun was not found.
Petey's II has closed for good, the owners said Monday morning.
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The convicted felon was on EM awaiting trial for murder when he posted photos of himself toting guns on social media, sheriff said.
The incident happened late Monday night in the 1000 block of 7th Street, Lockport police said.
Elizabeth Heaton, 35, has fought a chronic liver disease since 2017. Without a transplant, her time—and options—are running out.
Matt Carey, who was elected in April 2023, resigned last week.
9 Fired Up To Face Off At Fire And Ice Chili Cook-Off
Restaurants from Frankfort, New Lenox, and Tinley Park will vie for top prize in the chili cook-off Feb. 3 at Breidert Green in Frankfort.
Manhattan Community Blood Drive Set For Feb. 1
The blood drive will be held at Village Hall Thursday from 2 to 7 p.m.
NAWS Humane Society in Mokena has a poop-osition for you—get the kind of closure you never knew you needed.
Applications for the Reta Brudd Scholarship program are due by April 1.
Dr. Keith Elder, most recently of Mississippi College, brings extensive experience in leading faith-based higher education institutions.
The Frankfort Chamber of Commerce is accepting applications for its coveted booths in the longstanding favorite local event.
Alsip Police are hiring entry level officers and establishing an eligibility list for future hiring. Application deadline is Feb. 19.
South suburban obituaries and available visitation information.
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