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4 Dead In 2 Crashes | Man Sucker Punched, Robbed | Fire Destroys Home

PLUS: Q of Hearts at $562K | Rabid bat in Will | "Sticky note" scam warning | Art brings peace | More check washing | Memorial Day Masses

The Southland's top stories for Thursday, May 23.
The Southland's top stories for Thursday, May 23. (Mary Compton/Patch)

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Thursday, May 23.


Robbery Victim Was Punched In Head, Suspect Car Was Stolen: Tinley PD

A 41-year-old man was a guest at WoodSpring Suites in Tinley Park when he was robbed by two masked men in the parking lot.


Mother, Son Killed When Car Careens Into Creek In Manteno Township

A 37-year-old woman and her 18-year-son died early Monday in a single-car crash in Manteno Township.

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2 Dead In Wrong-Way Crash In Kankakee: Coroner

The crash happened just after 9 p.m. on Monday, May 20.


No Injuries, Orland Park Home Uninhabitable After Fire: Orland Fire

The fire happened late Tuesday afternoon in the 8900 block of 147th Street.

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Rabid Bat Found In Elwood: Will County Health Department

A rabid bat was also found last week in Cook County, officials said.


Orland Park Police Warn Of 'Sticky Note' Scam

Orland Park police are investigating a solicitation scam involving sticky notes left on cars.


Gun Charge For Man After Shot Fired At Gender Reveal Party: Tinley PD

A 48-year-old man has been charged after firing a "celebratory" gunshot during a gender reveal party Sunday in Tinley Park.


Bringing Abby Back: Art Pulls Mokena Woman, 28, From Depths Of Trauma

Abby Mathias has Down syndrome and lived a full life until 17, when life events set her back. Art has proven vital in restoring her peace.


Taylor Swift Concert Raffle To Be Drawn Friday At St. Germaine

The winner will be drawn Friday, May 24, via St. Germaine Facebook Live. Another raffle is also planned for a Chicago Sky package.


It's Getting Serious, Park Lawn Queen Of Hearts Rolls Over To $562,225

The queen is still hiding in the Park Lawn Queen of Hearts drawing as the jackpot climbs to $562,225. Tickets on sale for the May 29 pull.


Check To Cook County Treasurer Stolen, Washed: Palos Hills Crime

The homeowner's property tax installment was mailed from a mailbox at 103rd Street and Roberts Road, Palos Hills police said.


Homer Glen Approves Request For Proposals Of New Playground

The playground would go in the new subdivision of The Villas of Old Oak.


LTHS Board Considers Options For Central Campus Infrastructure

The Board has authorized administration to take several steps in its plans for Central Campus, including preparing to issue bonds.


Crepe, Waffle Restaurant Special Use Approved By Frankfort Board

The carry-out restaurant, Crepology, will be located at 19977 S. La Grange Road.


St. Albert the Great Teacher Gets Call To The Hall After 40 Years

Debbie Karr, who has taught 40 years at the same school and in the same classroom, will be inducted in the St. Albert the Great Hall of Fame.


Plan Seeks Sale Of Ridge Road Building For $1, Village Opens Bidding

A Mongolian BBQ restaurant could go into the space at 2020 Ridge Rd. The Village is open to other plans, accepting proposals until June 11.


Chicago Catholic Cemeteries Memorial Day Field Masses Honor Veterans

Memorial Day Field Masses will be celebrated at Chicago Catholic Cemeteries across Cook and Lake Counties on Monday, May 27.

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