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CORONAVIRUS UPDATE: New Testing Site, Revenue Loss: Coronavirus In The Southland
Coronavirus In The Southland: Latest update on cases, cancellations, testing and ways to help in the south suburbs.
Coronavirus By The Numbers: South Suburbs See Daily Surge
South suburbs see daily surge in coronavirus numbers as of April 17. Find your town.
6 With Same Nursing Home Address Die Of Coronavirus
Six elderly people who share the same address at Bridgeview Health Care Center have died of coronavirus, the medical examiner reports.
Coronavirus Testing Site Opens In Markham
A new drive-up coronavirus testing site has opened at the vehicle emissions testing location near 159th and Pulaski in Markham.
Man Accused of Trying To Burn Down Occupied Church
Already facing vandalism and hate crime charges, police said Palos Hills man tried to burn down Sacred Heart Church.
Bomb Threat Evacuates Warehouse In New Lenox: Cops
Someone called in the bomb threat at 4:50 p.m. Monday to the Michael's warehouse at 2400 W. Haven Ave.
Ventilators Delivered to Franciscan Health
Franciscan Health Olympia Fields receives first General Motors-Ventec ventilators manufactured at Kokomo, IN, plant via special UPS delivery.
Five Pets Die In Easter Sunday Orland Park Fire: Report
Three dogs and two cats were killed in a fire on Easter Sunday at a home in Orland Park.
NAWS Seeking Donations, Animals Still Up For Adoption
Due to the coronavirus, NAWS in Mokena is in danger of closing permanently and is seeking donations from the community to help stay afloat.
Local Chambers Of Commerce 'Bring On The Blue'
Local chambers are encouraging businesses and residents to display blue ribbons physically, virtually or both.
Coronavirus Crisis Changes Cook County Property Tax Assessments
The Cook County Assessor's Office is set to examine all properties in the county for COVID-19-related adjustments to their taxable value.
Field Hospital For Coronavirus Patients Opening Outside Ingalls
One of two new field hospitals in Chicagoland will soon be ready outside Ingalls Memorial Hospital in Harvey.
While Salon Is Closed, Owner Provides Help For 'Quarantine Hair'
Salon owner won't break the governor's rules by doing side jobs, but she will deliver product to help clients with "quarantine hair."
Maple Tree Inn Owner Shares Cooking Tips With Homewood Mayor
Erich Wennberg gives some helpful hints to those doing a lot more cooking during their coronavirus quarantine.
On-The-Go Truck Parade Planned In Lemont
The park district may be closed due to the coronavirus, but an on-the-go truck parade is planned for April 25 in Lemont.

WOW! HOUSE OF THE WEEK
Brick Fireplace, Whirlpool Bath In Home Blocks From Tampier Lake
The previous owner of this residence on Spring Lane has already invested $100,000 into the property.

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• Early Morning Carjacking Reported At 99th And Hamilton
• Resisting An Officer, Damage To Property: Lemont Police Reports
• Park Forest Stabbing Suspect Found In Chicago
• Shoplifter Threatens Jewel Employee With Gun: Police
• Car Stolen, Theft: New Lenox Police Reports
• Theft, Retail Theft: Homewood Police Blotter
• Electronics Stolen, License Suspended: New Lenox Police Reports
• Car Stolen, Theft: New Lenox Police Reports

READING LIST

WORTH A LOOK

• Family First Medical Group Offers Coronavirus Antibody Testing
• Homewood Man Wins 'Lifesaver Of The Year' Award
• Palos Park PD Think Positive By Distributing Bike Helmets To Kids
• O'Hara and Friends Salon Provides Hope During Covid-19 Pandemic
• Sign Restrictions Loosened During Coronavirus Pandemic
• Darvin Helps Move Families Affected By Domestic Violence
• New Lenox Pilates Studio Offers Online Classes
• Tinley Park High School Alum Wins PR Fellowship At Roosevelt
• Lincoln-Way East Teacher To Be Featured On “The Dave Ramsey Show”
• Quilter's Trunk Helping You Help Our Heroes: Bev Biz Beat
• High School Stadiums Light Up To Support Essential Workers
• Bishop Noll Band Rehearses Virtually Amid Coronavirus Shutdown
• Crisis Center Families Moved During Coronavirus Crisis

IN MEMORIAM

• Obituary: Gladys Langheld

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