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Man Stalks, Stabs Woman | Carjacking At Gunpoint | Teens Run Away

PLUS: Armed robber hits Subway store | Attempted murder charges in shooting | Biz owner, Village at odds over closing | Boutique owner dies

The Southland's top stories for Tuesday, Aug. 29.
The Southland's top stories for Tuesday, Aug. 29. (Mary Compton/Patch)

Miss a day, miss a lot. Let's get all caught up with the Top Southland Stories for Tuesday, Aug. 29.


Attempted Murder, Domestic Battery Charges In Orland Stabbing: PD

A 43-year-old Chicago Ridge man reportedly had a turbulent relationship with the victim, and followed her to the gym before the stabbing.


Man Stuck Handgun In Woman's Face, No One In Custody In Tinley Carjacking: PD

Tinley Park police say reports that suspects have been taken into custody are false.

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Subway Robbed At Gunpoint Monday Morning: Homewood Police

The incident happened just after 10 a.m. Monday.


2 Teens Ran Away From Homer Glen Home: Sheriff

Both girls are 16 years old, and ran away from a home in Homer Glen around 2:30 a.m. on Aug. 26, police said.

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Cavallini's Owner Blames Village For Closing; Village Refutes Claims

Cavallini's in the Park owner Norman Elftmann says the Village's actions force its closure. The Village says that's not true.


Richton Park Man Charged With Attempted Murder Of Woman, 24

A 41-year-old Richton Park man has been charged in the Aug. 7 incident in Chicago.


Anne Marie Casey, Owner Of Chic, Elegant Annie’s Ltd., Dies At 68

Visitation and funeral mass set for Aug. 31 and Sept. 1, for Anne Marie Casey, whose popular Oak Lawn boutique brought style to 95th Street.


Frankfort Fall Festival 2023: What Visitors Should Know Before You Go

The annual event, sponsored by the Frankfort Chamber of Commerce, features a carnival, live entertainment, food vendors, artisans and more.


West Nile Virus Found In Homer Glen Mosquito Trap

The Illinois Department of Public Health has also announced the first human case of West Nile Virus in Will County.


Bears Acquire Orland Park Native Dan Feeney In Trade: Reports

The NFL veteran and former Sandburg High School standout comes to Chicago from Miami to provide depth for the Bears on the offensive line.


Callers Pose As Cook County Sheriff Employees In Phone Scam

The callers use the actual names of sheriff office employees and demand victims' personal information, Cook County Sheriff says.


Flossmoor Launches Website To Attract Retail

The Village has partnered with the Retail Coach to help draw businesses to Flossmoor.


South Suburban Death Notices, Week of August 28

South suburban obituaries and available visitation information.

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