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The Southland's top stories for Tuesday, Feb. 27.
The Southland's top stories for Tuesday, Feb. 27. (Mary Compton/Patch)

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Tuesday, Feb. 27.


Crete Woman, 47, Shoots Boyfriend During Break-up: Will Co. Sheriff

The incident happened just after midnight Feb. 27, the sheriff's department said.


Man Dead In Apparent Suicide At New Lenox Gas Station ID'd: Coroner

Police were on the scene of the apparent suicide outside a Circle K gas station Sunday afternoon.

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Garbage Bags Full Of Stolen Mail Found In Theft Crew's Apartment: Cops

The trio is alleged to have stolen thousands of pieces of mail during December and January in Palos Heights and other suburbs, police said.


New Lenox Karate Studio Owner Charged With Felony Aggravated Battery

Anthony D'Angelo of Tranquil Cloud Temple in New Lenox is accused of shoving an older woman to the floor Feb. 11, according to reports.

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'Great Day': Leaders Mark Transfer Of Tinley Mental Health Center Land

The 280 acres at 183rd and Harlem now are officially owned by the Tinley Park-Park District, for the price of $1.


Chicago Man Charged In Christmas Eve Carjacking At Oak Lawn Shell

The vehicle owner told officers that he was approached by a man armed with a handgun at the gas station pumps, Oak Lawn police said.


Tinley Gourmet Popcorn Shop To Close, Owners Grateful With No Regrets

Tracy Smith of Popus Gourmet Popcorn is disappointed her little shop couldn't survive in downtown Tinley. But she's grateful, too.


2 Tinley Natives Seek To Make Their Mark With Banging Gavel Fare

Chris Gagner and Tim LaFreniere grew up in Tinley—and would love nothing more than to put it on the map with the food they make.


Tinley Brew & Vine Expands To 2 Days At New Venue, Tickets On Sale Now

Tinley Brew & Vine will now be held over two days in April, and has been relocated from its usual home at the Tinley Convention Center.


Shooting Leads To Battery, Gun Charges For Homer Glen Man, 28: Sheriff

The shooting happened Thursday, Feb. 22 in the 12000 block of Longmeadow Lane. One man suffered a gunshot wound to the back.


'Ecstatic' Dock At Inwood Owner Comes Full Circle, Will Open In Mokena

Rick Trafton grew up in Mokena, and he's excited to bring his homegrown business back to its downtown.


Manhattan D114 Names Interim Superintendent After Abrupt Departures

The Manhattan District 114 Board of Education on Thursday appointed an interim superintendent to the seat vacated by Russell Ragon.


South Side Irish Parade Fundraiser Set For Saturday At 115 Bourbon St.

The annual pre-parade fundraiser at 115 Bourbon Street on March 2 features Irish music, bites, beverages and selection of the Parade Queen.


Evergreen Park Library Presents 'An Evening With Adam Kinzinger'

The former congressman will discuss his best selling memoir 'Renegadge' in a virutal presentation Thursday Feb. 29.


Frankfort Library Trustee Resigns, Board Seeks To Fill Vacancy

Trustee Katherine Veach resigned Monday, Feb. 19.


Flossmoor Seeking Artists For Garden Art Fundraiser

The artists' work will be sold in an online auction, with proceeds benefitting public sculptures in the town.


South Suburban Death Notices, Week of February 26

South suburban obituaries and available visitation information.

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