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Woman, 84, Dies In Crash | Veteran Searches For Dog | Robbers Nabbed

PLUS: Beloved police dog mourned | Let's drink to the Pope? | Home store closing | Junior golf championship in Midlo | Free Comic Book Day!

The Southland's top stories for Thursday, May 4.
The Southland's top stories for Thursday, May 4. (Mary Compton/Patch)

Miss a day, miss a lot. Let's get all caught up with the Top Southland Stories for Thursday, May 4.


Orland Park Woman Killed In Tinley Park Crash Identified

An 84-year-old Orland Park woman who died after the car she was driving hit another Tuesday night has been identified.


89-Year-Old Korean War Veteran Isn’t Giving Up On Finding His Lost Dog

"My father is devastated. He blames himself. Otto was his purpose for getting up and getting dressed in the morning," daughter says.

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Apple AirTag In Money Leads Police To Robbery Suspects: Report

The device led police to the door of two men accused of robbing an armored truck outside Jewel-Osco in Homewood Monday.


End Of Watch: Burbank Police Mourn Death Of Retired Police Dog Lary

Burbank police K9 Lary spent nine years on the streets chasing down bad guys and sniffing out millions of dollars in cash and illegal drugs.

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Here's To The Pope! New Lenox Brewery Starts Tradition of 'JPII Day'

Hickory Creek Brewing in New Lenox will honor the life and birthday of late Pope John Paul II, with a weekend of events beginning May 18.


Surveys Being Done In Parker, Hadley, 167th Street Study

The study for this project is in its beginning stages, and the Will County Department of Transportation will hold opportunities for input.


Tuesday Morning Closing Orland Park, All Remaining Stores

The Orland Park location of Tuesday Morning is just one of two remaining in the state of Illinois. Going out of business sales have begun.

Orland Chamber Aims To Make New Summerfest A 'Signature Event'

Live music, carnival rides, Bingo tent, and so much more in store for the June 15–18 event.


Search For New Moraine Valley President Narrowed Down To 3 Finalists

The three finalists for Moraine Valley Community College president will meet students, staff and community in open forums starting May 8.


‘Guardians Of The Library’ Celebrates Pop Culture, Free Comic Book Day

All fandoms of pop culture will converge Saturday, May 6, at the Oak Lawn Public Library for Fan Fest and Free Comic Book Day.


Midlothian Country Club To Host 105th Western Junior Championship

Western Golf Association returns to site of the 1915 and 1931 Western Junior.


Disabled American Veterans Featured On Frontier League All-Star Jersey

Disabled American Veterans - Chapter 84 is the second official non-profit of the Frontier League All-Star game, July 12 at Ozinga Field.


Property Taxes Go Up For Oak Forest Residents: City

Oak Forest officials last week approved a balanced budget that includes a slight property tax increase for residents.

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