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

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Tuesday, April 29.


DHS Descends On Homewood House, ICE Won't Comment On 'Criminal Investigation'

Homewood police assisted in an investigation at a home near 185th and Poplar Tuesday morning, the department confirmed.


Missing, Endangered Morgan Park Man's Vehicle Found Near Cal-Sag Bridge And Harlem

Palos Heights police ask for the public's help in finding Joshua Blair, 37, who was last seen near his home in Morgan Park early Tuesday morning.

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New Details Emerge In Garage Fire That Killed Chicago Fire Captain

Prosecutors said surveillance video showed Charles Green, 44, in alley before garage fire started that led to the death of Capt. David Meyer.


2 Cook County Jail Detainees Tied To July 2024 Shootout With Off-Duty Cop In Morgan Park

Police caught up with a pair of Cook County Jail detainees who've been charged in attempted carjackings and cop shootout in Morgan Park.

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Brush Fire Burns Five Acres In Orland Park: OFPD

The fire torched the acreage Thursday afternoon, fire officials said. The fire was contained before it damaged any nearby homes or property.


Veteran, Single Mom Of 2 Gifted Restored Car, And Gets Her Voice Back

A New Lenox collision shop, partnering with Allstate and Veterans Path To Hope, provided a much-needed car to a Woodstock veteran and mom.


"It's The 250th Anniversary Of The Revolutionary War, That Means Nothing To Trump"

'Hands Off Social Security' rally in support of employees at Roberts Road field office draws 30 protesters despite pouring rain.


Three Dozen Artists Lined Up For Flurry Artisan Market At Tinley Park Brewery

The event is set for Sunday, May 4 at Hailstorm Brewing.


Panduit Leader, Wife Killed In Crash Were Parents To 5, And 'Strong, Fearless Role Models'

Brett and Melissa Lane died Friday in a seven-vehicle crash in La Grange. They're being remembered as "pillars of their community."


Ready To Grow? This Tinley Market Offers All You Need, Features 40 Vendors

The market returns for its second year on Saturday, May 10.


Registration Open Now For Manhattan's Community-wide Garage Sale

The village-wide garage sale will be held Friday, June 13 and Saturday, June 14. Registration is open until June 6.


Heads-up: Ongoing Water Line Project Means Traffic Shifts, Delays In Oak Forest

Oak Forest residents will need to be aware of traffic shifts as work continues on a water transmission line.


See Who's Coming To The Spring Fling Pre-Mother's Day Expo At Oak Lawn Pavilion

Over 80 vendors, artisans and crafters are expected Sunday, May 4, for the Snatched Angels Spring Fling Expo at the Oak Lawn Pavilion.


Homer Glen Village Trustee Sue Steilen Announces Resignation

Steilen will begin her term as Homer Township Supervisor after winning in the April 1 election.


Route 66 Monument Unveiled At White Fence Farm In Romeoville

The interactive monuments stretch from Berwyn to Pontiac.


Multi-County Bike Safety Initiative Planned In May

The initiative coincides with National Bike Month in May.


LTHS Board Recognizes Class Of 2025 Illinois State Scholars

107 LTHS students have been named Illinois State Scholars from the Class of 2025.


Hidden Oaks Nature Center Reopening Celebration Is Saturday

The nature center and an adjacent section of Hidden Oaks Preserve closed in February 2024 for a $2 million renovation project.


Mokena PTA's 'School's Out' Color Run/Walk Set To Send Off Year

The fundraiser is set for Thursday, May 29 at Main Park.


Churchill Glow Run Fundraiser Nets $23,000

The fundraising hit was held April 17.


Hit The Pavement For BAPA Ridge Run On Memorial Day, Register Now For Early Bird Discounts

Register now for BAPA's Ridge Run on Memorial Day and take advantage of early bird discounts before April 30. Stick around for the parade.


Silver Cross Bringing Urgent Care, New Facility To Lemont

The old building at the site will stay open as a new one is built.


Village Opts Out Of 'No Mow May' Movement

Gas up your lawnmowers. You'll have to keep it tidy this May in Homewood.

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