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Train Hits Car, 1 Rescued | Charges For Flag Disrespect? | New K9 Cop

PLUS: Cash, gun stolen in break-in | Artisan market back at brewery | Chase Bank caller scam | Taste of Orland back | Q of Hearts at $730K

The Southland's top stories for Thursday, June 20.
The Southland's top stories for Thursday, June 20. (Mary Compton/Patch)

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Thursday, June 20.


1 Rescued After Metra Train Strikes Car In Orland Park

The incident happened Wednesday evening between 153d and 159th streets, Metra officials said.


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Upside-Down Flags: Illinois Officials Could Face Fines, Charges Under New Bills

State Rep. Benton filed the bills after Homer Township Supervisor Balich flew the flag upside down amid ex-President Trump's conviction.


'Dream Come True': New Lenox PD's K9 Team Now On The Job

Look for New Lenox Police Officer Candace Guidry and her new partner Harlie out in town. Harlie was sworn in Monday.

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Flurry Artisan Market Back At Tinley Park Brewery July 14

The market will be held at Hailstorm Brewing on Sunday, July 14. New artists and new beer slushies are featured.


Cash, Jewels, Glock Stolen In Burglary: Palos Hills Crime

Palos Hills police believe the burglars entered the residence through the basement window.


Fake Bank Rep Cons Palos Hills Resident Out Of $1,600

The resident was advised to send $1,600 to a caller posing as a Chase Bank rep to clear up some pending transmissions, police said.


Taste Of Orland Park Back, This Time At New Centennial Park West

The event runs August 2–4, this time hosted at newly opened Centennial Park West.


Park Lawn Queen of Hearts Raffle Keeps On Rolling To $730,140 Jackpot

The suspense keeps building in Park Lawn's progressive raffle, where the jackpot is over $700,000.


BBQ Hall Of Famer Meathead Offers Grilling Tips Friday At EP Library

Meathead Goldwyn talks about his best-selling cookbook 'The Science of Great BBQ And Grilling June 21 at the Evergreen Park Library.


Orland PD Ramps Up DUI Patrols For July 4 Stretch

The increased enforcement campaign runs June 21 through July 8, police said.


Discounted Credit Union 1 Concert Tickets Offered To Tinley Residents

Tickets for select shows are $25 for Tinley Park residents. Limit of four per person.


LTHS Board Farewells Student Board Members, Selects 24-25 Members

The student board members for the 2024-2025 school year will officially be sworn in to their roles at the Aug. 19 meeting.


Manhattan District 114 To Host Open House, Tours Of New Junior High

The District has announced a July 30 community open house at the new school.


H-F Park District To Host Irwin Park Community Input Meeting

The meeting will be held at 6 p.m. Thursday, June 27 at Irwin Park.


Flossmoor Features New Art, Fundraiser for Art Program

Also, Flossmoor Art Commission launches its Garden Art Online Auction, Thursday, June 20.

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