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Woman, 30, Killed In Crash | Homeowner Wrestles Invader | Meth Lab Discovered | Dog Rescued From Fire
ALSO: 'Numerous leads' in shooting | Man found dead outside | Teachers ratify contract | Spirit Christmas stores! | Taste Of Fall is back!
Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Thursday, Oct. 2.
1 Dead After Single-Vehicle Crash On Cedar Road: Sheriff
The crash happened Wednesday afternoon at Cedar Road and Chicago Bloomington Trail.
Shirtless Man Wrestles With Homeowner After Invasion, Flees Police In Bluestone Bay: NLPD
He was first spotted in a torn shirt, but took it off before running from cops. He then entered a stranger's home, where he was confronted.
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Adult Identified As 3rd Suburban Measles Case, Possible Exposure At Crestwood Aldi
The adult of unknown vaccination status may have been exposed to an unvaccinated 4-year-old who passed through O'Hare, health officials say.
First Responders Sickened By Fumes Investigating Suspected Meth Lab In Crestwood Apartment
Four police officers and four firefighters were overcome by toxic fumes while investigating a suspected meth lab in Crestwood.
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Dog Rescued From Basement Fire, No Injuries Reported: Oak Forest Fire
The fire happened late Tuesday afternoon in the 17000 block of Bonnie Trail.
'Numerous' Leads In Crete Township Shooting That Killed Man, Critically Injured Pregnant Woman: Sheriff
A 23-year-old Indiana man was killed in the Sept. 2 shooting, and a 25-year-old pregnant woman was critically injured, police said.
No Foul Play Suspected In Bolingbrook Death Investigation: Police
The man was found unresponsive Thursday morning.
District 146 Educators Ratify New Contract, Call It A 'Strong Step' Forward
The teachers voted to approve the contract that was reached last month, following months of negotiations.
Spirit Christmas Opening 3 Illinois Stores For 2025 Holiday Season
Three Spirit Halloween stores in Illinois will turn into Spirit Christmas stores in 2025.
Farm-To-Table Experience Supports The Legacy Ranch
The Legacy Ranch offers equine-assisted services to those in need.
'Ghouls On Glasgow' Returns For Another Year Of Scares In Frankfort
The Halloween display, which had its first "official" year in 2020, is back again for 2025.
Food Trucks, Fire Pits, Family Fun At Manhattan's Taste Of Fall 2025
Manhattan's 3rd annual Taste of Fall is set for Saturday, Oct. 4.
Our Lady Of Guadalupe 'Pilgrim Mother' Statue Comes To St. Gall/St. Simon In Gage Park
The unique, life-sized sculpture of the Virgin of Guadalupe will be on public exhibit at St. Gall/St. Simon Parish from Oct. 3 to Oct. 19.
Orland PD Unveils 'Join The Fight' Cruiser In Support Of Breast Cancer Awareness Month
The cruiser can be seen on the streets of Orland Park in October and the future.
Tinley Park Fire Department Hosts Open House At Station
Scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 4, the event is held annually in recognition of Fire Prevention Week.
223 Citations, 8 Arrests: Orland PD Recaps Results Of Traffic Enforcement Efforts
The Orland Police Department on Wednesday detailed the results of ramped-up traffic enforcement efforts spanning Oct. 2024–Sept. 2025.
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