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Driver Escapes Train Hit | 'Miraculous' Outcome In Crash | Missing Woman Found Dead
ALSO: Dogs rescued from fire | Rabid bat in Will | Beloved coach retires | Fogo opens in Orland | Blues, Brews and BBQ | $3 movies for kids
Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Tuesday, May 20.
Driver Jumped Out At Last Second Before Dump Truck Was Hit By Metra Train
The unoccupied dump truck struck by a Metra train on May 16 had stalled on the tracks when the driver jumped out, Hometown police say.
Chief Says He Expected 'Catastrophic Injuries' When Truck Crashed Through Preschool Room
A pickup truck that barreled through the wall of a Palos Park church injuring three preschoolers could have been a lot worse.
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Missing Orland Park Woman, 21, Took Own Life: Medical Examiner
An autopsy has determined that Reanna Hammad's death was self-inflicted.
Coach Stamas Brought Glory To Brother Rice High School Basketball
"I'm not leaving to coach anywhere else. I truly can't think of a better place to end my career than at Brother Rice."
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No Injuries, 2 Dogs Rescued From New Lenox House Fire: NLFPD
The fire happened in the 900 block of Schoolgate late Friday afternoon, fire officials said.
Rabid Bat Found In Monee, Will County Reminds Of Rabies Risk
The Will County Health Department is reminding residents to be vigilant of potential rabies exposure.
Lockport Area State Rep. Sheehan Condemns SAFE-T Act, Demands Justice For Megan Bos
"The SAFE-T Act has failed the people of Illinois," Rep. Sheehan said.
Famed Brazilian Steakhouse Now Open In Orland Park
The popular restaurant known for its indulgent experience opened May 19 at 154th and LaGrange Rd.
Lineup Set For Tinley's Music In the Plaza 2025
Shows are set for select Saturdays June through September, first in Zabrocki Plaza and then moving to Harmony Square in July.
Blues, Brews & BBQ Fest Features Breweries, Blues Music In Lemont
The fest features food, non-stop blues music, breweries and new VIP lounges.
Will County Nearly Done With Transportation Plan, Public Workshops Set
The three workshops will be held in New Lenox, Romeoville and Monee.
Golfers, Sponsors Sought For Orland Chamber Annual Golf Outing
The golf outing is set for Tuesday, June 10, at Silver Lake Country Club.
Gridiron Classic 2025: Golfers, Sponsors & Donations Sought For Football Orgs' Fundraiser
The June 26 outing is a fundraiser for the Sandburg High School and Orland Park Pioneer football programs.
Frankfort's Emagine Theatres Offers $3 Summer Kids Movie Series
The summer movie series will run from the week of June 20 to the week of Aug. 15.
Lincoln-Way D210 Earns Improved Bond Rating
This is the second bond rating upgrade in just three years for the District.
New Exhibit At The Gaylord Building Unveils Lockport Life In 1910s
The exhibit is now open to the public and will be on display through the summer.
Annual Memorial Day Ceremony Planned At Breidert Green
The annual ceremony falls on May 26 this year.
Kansas Street Opens For Outdoor Dining In Downtown Frankfort
The area will be fully ready and open for outdoor dining starting May 21.
21 Field Masses Planned Memorial Day At Catholic Cemeteries
Memorial Day Field Masses will be celebrated at Chicago Catholic Cemeteries across Cook and Lake Counties on Monday, May 26.
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