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Pedestrian Struck By Train In Mokena: Metra
All inbound and outbound train movement has been stopped due to the incident, and Metra said to expect extensive delays.
15-Year-Old Boy Charged In Shooting That Wounded 2 Teens: Police
The July 3 shooting began when a group of youths sold an 11-year-old boy a vape pen, upsetting his older brother, Palos Hills police said.
Lemont Area Coronavirus Cases Increased By 14 Over Past Week
Lemont (ZIP code 60439) has 133 cases of coronavirus reported as of July 10, compared to 119 cases on July 3.
Felon Who Shot Into Murdered Palos Heights Man's Grave Sentenced
Elston Stevenson pleaded guilty to illegal possession of a firearm who is accused of shooting into Murad Talib's grave during his burial.
Moraine Valley Adds New Cannabis Certification Course
Moraine Valley Community College introduces new retail certificate that prepares students for a career in the cannabis retail industry.
Bat Tests Positive For Rabies In Crestwood
A bat found in Crestwood was determined to have rabies by the Illinois Department of Public Health.
Jackie Robinson West Could Regain 2014 Championship: Court
An appellate court's decision means parents of the Chicago Little League team can again seek to reinstate their United States title.
Chicago Heights Protesters Call For Justice For Vanessa Guillén
Demonstrators held a rally calling for “justice for Vanessa” during the vigil in south suburban Chicago Heights late Thursday afternoon.
Fireworks Cause Garage Fire In Sauk Village: Fire Department
Quick-thinking neighbors prevented the spread of the early morning fire on 218th Place, a fire official said.
Frankfort Fall Festival Canceled For 2020
After at first moving forward with plans for the fest, organizers have now announced the cancellation of Frankfort Fall Fest for 2020.

WOW! HOUSE OF THE WEEK
Gas Fireplace, Huge Concrete Patio In Home Near Don Burns Park
Enjoy a heated garage and an easy to care for front lawn in this home celebrating its 50th anniversary this year.

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• 22 Speeding Tickets Written During Tri-State Tollway Crackdown
• DUI, Damage To Property: New Lenox Police Reports
• Lit Fireworks Thrown At Park Forest Cop Car On 4th Of July
• Gun Stolen From Unlocked Vehicle In Palos Hills
• Man Injures Officers Resisting Arrest: Cops
• How This Happened: SUV Found Atop Smaller Car At Shell
• 8 Alcohol-Related Citations Issued During July 3 DUI Crackdown
• Fire Leaves Home On Alameda Avenue Unlivable

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WORTH A LOOK

• $300K Awarded To City Of Harvey For High-Speed Internet Access
• Former Oak Lawn Fire Chief Lands On His Feet In Westchester
• Lincoln-Way East Coach Named IHSSBCA “Coach Of The Year”
• NAWS Adoptable Pet Of The Week: Liam
• 'We Are Thrilled': Homewood Adoption Center Reopens
• Attorney And Alumna Tapped To Serve On McAuley Board of Trustees
• Firefighters Give Free Smoke Detectors To Oak Forest Residents
• Frankfort Man Wins Preserve's June Photo Contest
• Blood Drive Donors Will Get Free Coronavirus Antibody Test
• Heights Native On '40 Under 40' List For Real Estate Success
• Orland Park Village Board Votes To Approve Social Media Policy, Discontinue After-School Program
• Frankfort Approves Emergency Well Construction
• Triple Play Postponed Until 2021
• $5K Pot Dispensary Licensing Fee Approved In Tinley Park
• This Is The Most Expensive Home On The Market In Mt. Greenwood
• Flossmoor Road Viaduct Floods '2-4' Times Per Year: Public Works
• Park District Receives $30K Grant For Fitness Court
• Village Of Lemont Launches New Website
• Silver Cross Urgent Care Center Now Open on Hospital Campus

IN MEMORIAM

• Retired Orland Park K9 Cop Dies

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