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Motorcyclist Killed | 200 Arrested In Child Sex Abuse Sting | 50 Years For Kidnappings

ALSO: Driver in fiery crash cited | Man found with underage girl | 3 extricated after crash | Family honors son's memory | New owner for bar

The Southland's top stories for Tuesday, May 13.
The Southland's top stories for Tuesday, May 13. (Mary Compton/Patch)

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Tuesday, May 13.

Riverdale Man ID'd As Victim In Fatal Motorcycle Crash: Medical Examiner

The crash happened Friday just after 1 p.m., Cook County Sheriff's Police said.


Chicago Man Admits To Possessing 1,000 Images Of Child Sexual Abuse Material: FBI

The 45-year-old admitted to seeking out images of boys and girls as young as 7 years old, federal complaint.

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Man Gets 50 Years For 'Ruthlessly' Kidnapping, Robbing, 'Terrorizing' Victims: US Attorney

The kidnappings and thwarted attempt took place in 2019 in Naperville, Westchester, and South Holland.


Driver In Fiery Crash At 86th Street And Cicero Avenue β€˜Cited And Released’

The Chicago man accused of crashing into a box truck, causing both to erupt in flames was cited and released, police say.

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Child Sex Abuse Charges For Illinois Man Found In Tent With Underage Girl: Police

The man, 27, faces several felony counts of child sex abuse and molestation, police in an Indiana town said.


Amid Transparency Concerns, Orland Board Reinstates Former Village Manager

Amid pleas to table the vote, Orland Park Mayor Jim Dodge and trustees on Monday voted to re-seat George Koczwara as Village Manager.


3 Extricated, 1 Airlifted After Crash: Manhattan Fire

The crash happened Saturday afternoon at Manhattan-Monee and Schoolhouse roads.


Popular South Suburban Sports Bar And Grill Changes Ownership

Tim and Debbie Newsome confirm that they sold At the Office Sports Bar and Grill has been sold to a new owner.


2 Injured In Crash Monday Near Bolingbrook High School: Cops

Two people were taken to local hospitals with non-life threatening injuries, police said.


Farmers Market Bliss Returns Sunday To 95th Street And Longwood

The 95th Street Farmers Market will be open every Sunday, rain or shine, through Oct. 26 featuring community farms and artisans.


In Fight For Life, Manhattan Mom In Cancer Battle Finds Comfort In Community

Terry Salabura is fighting breast cancer. A photoshoot fundraiser for her is set for May 10 at Peaceful Grounds' "Mamas and Mimosas."


'An Amazing Night': New Lenox Family Awards First Scholarships In Son's Memory

The Koscinski family on May 6 awarded five student-athletes following their passions to college, a nod to their late son and his dreams.


Orland Park Lions Club Queen Of Hearts To Benefit Trooper's Family

Paddy B's in Orland Park will host the popular game, with a portion of the proceeds to benefit the family of fallen Trooper Clay Carns.


Frankfort Community Showcase Set For June 1

There will booths from Chamber members showcasing local artwork, professional services, nonprofits and community initiatives.


Valley View Board Swears In New Board Members

The Board said thank you and farewell to departing board members Victor Zack and Debbie Sykora.

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