Hit-And-Run Hero / Attacker Scared Off / Scott Darling's 'Party' Mask / Racist Steak 'n Shake Rant

Miss a day, miss a lot. Let's catch up on the week:

Hit-And-Run Hero 'Didn't Even Think Twice' About Helping Woman Hit By Car

Joe Baber ran to a young woman hit by a car near a concert venue Friday. His quick thinking saved her life.

Kidnapping Victim Fought Back and Scared Off Attacker: Police

The man used a realistic toy gun in the kidnapping and attempted carjacking, Hickory Hills police said Thursday.

Texas Man Charged With Drunk Driving in Fatal I-294 Crash

Prosecutor said man drove off embankment landing on 76th Street ramp near Hickory Hills in Labor Day crash that killed friend.

Scott Darling to 'Party On' With 'Excellent' Blackhawks Helmet Design

The Lemont native is at it again with the creative helmet designs, with his newest giving a nod to the 1990s hit "Wayne's World."

Upskirt Video at Dollar Store Just a ‘Mistake,’ Explains Orland Man: Cops

He was still arrested.

Racist Guy Really Mad About Getting Wrong Steak ‘n Shake Food: Cops

The racist guy’s wife was really mad too, police said.

‘Jerk’ Road Boss Not Guilty of Battering Old Men

The judge said the road commissioner “acted like a complete jerk” but did not break the law.

Hazel Crest Doctor Exposed Himself, Fondled Patient, Begged Her Not to Report Him: Police

The 75-year-old doctor was arrested Monday.

South Side Man Caught Molesting Girl By Deputies Serving Him an Eviction Notice: Prosecutors

Solomon Muhammad-Ali, 34, is accused of sexually abusing a 15-year-old girl who has the cognitive functions of a 6 year old.

Man With Missing Front Teeth Robs Oak Lawn Resident Cleaning Garage: Cops

Police believe suspect has left the area.

Animal Shelter in Urgent Need of Canned Pet Food Donations

Drop off canned dog and cat food at Animal Welfare League in Chicago Ridge, or order off AWL's pet food wish list via Amazon.

New Lenox Fire Foundation’s 50/50 Raffle Raises Over $12,500

Over the past several years, the 50/50 raffles have brought in an excess of $30,000

Walmart Supercenter Opens in Olympia Fields

Creates more than 300 jobs, provides savings on wide selection in store and on Walmart.com

Teacher Who Wanted to be ‘Sex Daddy’ Nabbed by Cop Posing as Teen: Prosecutor

Prosecutor said teacher posted ad saying he wanted to be daddy to young girl so he could teach her the correct way to perform oral sex.

4 White Sox Fans Nominated for MLB Fan of the Year

Four of the South Side's most loyal baseball fans are up for the award in its inaugural year.

ALSO WORTH A LOOK

• Heartless Crook Steals Money Donated to Sick Kids
• Police Investigate Child's Report of Encounter at Mokena Cemetery
• McAuley Marks 60th Year on 99th Street With Special Liturgy
• Chinese Delegation Returns to Orland School District 135
• Dist. 146 Board Approves Staffing Changes at Schools
• Saint Xavier University Hosts Debate Watching Parties
• Rep. McDermed Announces Pizza Townhalls
• Orland Park Police Offers Citizens' Police Academy
• Lemont Park District Plants Tree in Founder's Honor

IN REMEMBRANCE

• South Suburban Death Notices, Week of Sept. 12

FIND A JOB

• Local Jobs: House of Music, Eggheadz Cafe, Schillings, Cache Creek Animal Rescue

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