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Feds Raid Home | Driver Wanted In Hit-And-Run | Q of Hearts At $376K

PLUS: Guns, drugs found on EM subject | Irish Fest tix | Brides' Night Out | Plant market at brewery | New Judo academy | Eat wings for good

The Southland's top stories for Thursday, April 4.
The Southland's top stories for Thursday, April 4. (Mary Compton/Patch)

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Thursday, April 4.


Homeland Security Raids Lockport Township Home

The search happened Thursday in the 800 block of Bruce Road, officials confirmed.


Driver Sought In Hit-And-Run That Seriously Injured Cyclist: CPD

Chicago 22nd District police are looking for the driver of a black, soft-top Camaro they say struck a 37-year-old man on a bike.

Find out what's happening in Orland Parkfor free with the latest updates from Patch.


Jackpot Cracks $375,000 In Park Lawn Queen of Hearts Raffle

It was another rollover in the Park Lawn Queen of Hearts which has reached a staggering $376,085. Tickets on sale now for April 3 drawing.


Apartment Burglarized In Palos Hills While Residents Were At Work

Palos Hills police are investigating a burglary in the 10000 block of 86th Terrace.

Find out what's happening in Orland Parkfor free with the latest updates from Patch.


Bridgeview Man On Electronic Monitoring Found With Drugs, Guns: Police

Cook County Sheriff's Police said investigators receive a tip that the 21-year-old man was selling drugs while on electronic monitoring.


Tickets On Sale Now For Gaelic Park's Irish Fest 2024

The fest returns to Gaelic Park in Oak Forest August 23–25. Tickets are available for purchase now.


Southern Illinois Braced For Crowds, Traffic Jams During 2024 Eclipse

Plan to arrive early, stay put and leave late if you're traveling to southern Illinois for the April 8 eclipse, state officials say.


Michigan Farm, Tinley Brewery Partner In Fresh Produce Program

The farm can grow and grow thanks to its climate. Shoppers can order boxes of handpicked, fresh produce, picked up at Banging Gavel.


Spotlight On Weddings At Brides' Night Out At Gaelic Park

The Brides' Night Out event is set for Friday, April 5 at Gaelic Park in Oak Forest.


Nature Foundation's Native Plant Online Sale Starts April 6

Will Co. Nature Foundation sale focuses on pollinators and will feature a variety of monarch butterfly, hummingbird and bee favorites.


Dine And Donate Fundraiser To Benefit New Lenox Township Food Pantry

Eat at the New Lenox location of Buffalo Wild Wings at several dates in April to see a portion of proceeds donated.


Volunteers Needed For Homewood's Village-wide Cleanup Day

The cleanup day will be held Saturday, April 27. Efforts will focus on downtown Homewood and the immediate vicinity.


New Judo Academy Focuses On The 'Women's Side' Of The Dojo

Moraine Valley Judo Academy for Women is open and looking for students to sweat while learning a new skill at Round 4 in Palos Hills.


Mercy Circle Hosts Murder Mystery Fundraiser At 115 Bourbon Street

The Swing Era comes to life at an interactive murder mystery dinner hosted by Mercy Circle Saturday, April 13 at 115 Bourbon Street.


Supporters Rally For Future Of Equestrian Events At NL Francis Field

Volunteers are fundraising for much-needed repairs to the barn and arenas at the beloved Francis Field property in New Lenox.


Plant Market Back At Tinley Park Brewery, Dozens Of Vendors Lined Up

Live plants, air plants, succulents available for purchase at Soundgrowler Brewing April 6. Plant-themed art and crafts also featured.


Homewood Vehicle Stickers On Sale Now

Don't forget to purchase yours and display it on your vehicle by May 31.

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