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The Southland's top stories for Tuesday, Oct. 15.
The Southland's top stories for Tuesday, Oct. 15. (Mary Compton/Patch)

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Tuesday, Oct. 15.


Family Searching For Woman, 78, Missing From Country Club Hills Home

A Country Club Hills woman with dementia was last seen Wednesday around 1 p.m. at her home at 187th and Cedar Avenue, family said.


Doorman Accused Of Promoting Prostitution At South Side Brothel

Cook County investigators said Shi Wang, 34, set the prices, collected money and arranged meetups with johns and sex workers.

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The Last Highball At Petey's Bungalow Lounge

It's the end of an era for Petey's Bungalow Lounge, which closes after a storied 63-year run Tuesday, Oct. 15, in Oak Lawn.


Delinquent Financial Reporting Puts Orland At Risk For Forced Audit: Comptroller

In response to the Illinois Comptroller's notice, the Village cites "unique and exceptional challenges" leading to failure to meet deadline.

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IL Lotto Player Has Only 2 Weeks Left To Claim $250,000 Prize

A Lucky Day Lotto player has less than two weeks to claim their prize for a ticket purchased Oct. 29, 2023 at a South Side supermarket.


Halloween Sex Offender Safety Maps


Family Roots Peaceful Grounds Coffee Company In Manhattan

A mother-daughter, stepfather and brother team will bring their Peaceful Grounds Coffee Company to space in Manhattan Station.


SXU Celebrates Homecoming Saturday With Alumni Tailgate And Game

Saint Xavier University alumni are invited to the homecoming tailgate party Saturday, Oct. 19, when the SXU Cougars host St. Francis.


Some South Suburban Trick-Or-Treat Hours


Scandinavian Arts, Bakery, Folklore Offered At Cottages In The Woods

Historic Good Templar Park's 'Cottages In The Woods' features artisans, crafts, food and Viking ship tours Oct. 19 and Oct. 20 in Geneva.


Beloved Manhattan Library Head Remembered For Steering Its Growth

Former Manhattan Public Library Director Judy Bunting died Oct. 5, at her home in New Jersey. She was director of the library for 16 years.


Long-Awaited Debut Of Homewood Brewing Company Is Set

A ribbon cutting and grand opening is planned for Oct. 18.


Orland Taps Interim Village Manager, Assistant Manager

The Orland Park Board of Trustees on Tuesday voted to appoint an interim village manager and assistant village manager.

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