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Woman, 65, Missing A Week | Child Porn Arrest For Man, 25 | 'Mr. Oak Forest Bowl' Retires After 5 Decades

ALSO: Gun charge as man strolls, sips booze | Vigil as ICE leaves | Mental health center essentials drive | Midnight Madness | Flurry market

The Southland's top stories for Thursday, Nov. 13.
The Southland's top stories for Thursday, Nov. 13. (Mary Compton/Patch)

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Thursday, Nov. 13.


Woman, 65, Missing For Nearly A Week: Country Club Hills Police

The woman was last seen Nov. 8 at 172nd and Pulaski, police said.


Manhattan Man, 25, Arrested On Child Pornography Charges: Manhattan Police

The man had been under investigation since September 2024, police said.

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'Mr. Oak Forest Bowl' Retires After 55 Years In The Bowling Business: 'It Was Practically In His DNA'

For decades, Chuck Cahill and family celebrated all their milestones at the beloved bowling alley, where he even met his wife.


Man, 30, Seen Sipping Hennessy While Crossing Street Nabbed On Gun Charges: Cook County Sheriff

The Ford Heights man was drinking from a bottle of Hennessy and a vodka cocktail when sheriff's police pulled up, and he ran, police said.

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Bridges // Fuentes Justice Collective Of Southeast Side Holds Candlelight Vigil Friday

Bridges // Fuentes Justice Collect of Southeast Side will host a community vigil in the East Side neighborhood, Friday, Nov. 14.


Orland Park Mental Health Crisis Center Collecting Essentials For Community Members In Need

Drop-off is now through Dec. 13. Pick-up is Dec. 13, with registration required. The Living Room is a 24/7 mental health center.


Donation Dominoes: Ridge Lawn School Giving 1,000+ Cereal Boxes To Local Food Pantry

Before donating 1,085 cereal boxes to a local food pantry, Ridge Lawn students thought it would be fun to play "cereal dominoes."


From Candles To Craft Beer: Flurry Artisan Market Returns To Tinley Park Brewery

The market features three dozen artists and vendors with a mix of goods and creations ranging from jewelry to hot sauces.


Mabel's Market, The Legacy Ranch Team Up For Holiday Vendor Market

The two-day holiday market kicks off Friday at The Legacy Ranch in Lockport.


Frankfort’s Midnight Madness Marks 30 Years Of Community Spirit

There will be holiday shopping, exclusive sales, seasonal treats and entertainment.


Presentation Explores South Chicagoland's Historic Stops On Underground Railroad

Free presentation highlights southland's ties to the National Journey Toward Freedom, Nov. 16 at St. Peter Claver Church in Robbins.


LTHS Football To Play Barrington In IHSA Quarterfinals

Lockport will play Barrington at home at 6 p.m. on Nov. 15.


Flossmoor Veterans' Memorial And Beyond Borders Cafe Host Tribute To Local Veterans

The café and local org. will hold an event sharing the stories of those who have inspired the Flossmoor Wall of Honor.


Lincoln-Way East To Play Mt. Carmel In Quarterfinals Of IHSA Football Playoffs

Lincoln-Way East will face Mt. Carmel at 4 p.m. on Nov. 15.


Bolingbrook High School To Play Fremd In IHSA Football Quarterfinals

Bolingbrook will play at home at 7 p.m. on Nov. 15.


This Fast-Food Chain Opens Inside Romeoville Walmart

Wetzel's Pretzels offers snacks and refreshing drinks.


Village of Orland Park to Host 'Pancakes with Mayor Dodge and Santa'

The event will be held Saturday, Dec. 13 at the Orland Park Civic Center. Attendance limited to 150 guests. Reservation required.

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