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The Southland's top stories for Tuesday, Jan. 14.
The Southland's top stories for Tuesday, Jan. 14. (Mary Compton/Patch)

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Tuesday, Jan. 14.


Fire Burns Large Home In Palos Park

The occupants were not home when the blaze broke out Monday. Ten neighboring fire agencies assisted in striking the fire, officials said.


Gun Shop Owners Sue Sheriff, Secret Service For Seizure Of Funds, Cars

Jeffery Regnier and Greta Keranen were arrested in Feb. 2023, and their property was raided. They say cars and funds were illegally seized.

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Manhattan Fire District Mourns Trustee, 'Great Leader' Killed In Crash

William "Bill" Osborne died in a single-vehicle crash Saturday evening, officials said. He's being honored for his 31 years of service.


2 Charged In 2023 Downtown Frankfort Robbery

Both are charged with one count of robbery and one count of aggravated robbery.

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Morris Man, 70, Indicted In Fiery Crash That Killed Woman And Grandson

The crash happened March 19, 2023 at Wilmington-Peotone Road and Route 45. Barbara Stoll and her grandson Tyler were killed.


1 Dead In Apparent Suicide ID'd As Orland Park Man, 57: Oak Forest PD

The incident happened Sunday afternoon in the parking lot outside the former Food 4 Less.


Chris Stapleton Bringing Tour To Tinley Park In June 2025

The Kentucky native is keeping his All American Road Show rolling, with a stop planned in Tinley Park in June.



'For Me, It's Him': Mokena Gym For Addicts A Tribute To Lost Brother

Brian Leonard fought addiction for years; boxing gave him relief. After his death in March 2024, his family is opening a gym in his name.


Florida Man Accused Of Stealing, Selling Merchandise In West Englewood

The 27-year-old man was the subject of a targeted sting by the Cook County Sheriff's Organized Retail Crime Task Force.


New Lenox's Aji Sushi A Dream Fulfilled For Owners, Daughter Says

Aji Sushi will be all-you-can-eat for nearly everything on the menu. Opening soon in former MOD Pizza in New Lenox.


Cigarettes, Lottery Tickets Stolen In Gas Station Robbery: NLPD

The incident happened Friday, Jan. 10 at Route 6 Food N' Fuel, police said.


Save The Date: Tinley Park Irish Parade 2025 Set For March 9

Anyone interested in marching in the parade has until Friday, Feb. 21 to submit an application.


St. Casimir Cemetery Deer Freed From Cheeseball Jug Stuck On Head

It takes a village, some cowboys and a couple of drones to save a baby deer with a cheeseball jug stuck on his head for five days.


Tickets On Sale Now For Frankfort's Bubbly And Chocolate Walk

Enjoy sparkling wines and chocolate treats at the annual event set for Feb. 23.


Vendor Applications Are Now Open For Frankfort Fall Fest 2025

The annual fest will be held from Aug. 30 to Sept. 1 this year.


New Seed Nursery A Possibility At Orland Grassland

Forest Preserves of Cook County are considering the seed nursery at recently acquired farm land, Orland Grassland Volunteer said.


Shop In PJs For Homewood Business Association's Progressive Sale

The sale is set for Saturday, Jan. 25. Sales start at 7 a.m. at 50 percent discounts, decreasing hourly by 10 percent, until noon.


Flossmoor Seeks Volunteers, Donations for 10th Annual Day of Service

The Day of Service is set for Monday, Jan. 20.


Queen of Hearts Action Report, Week Of January 13

Do you feel lucky? Patch has rounded up the week's Queen of Hearts raffles happening around the Southland. You can't win if you don't play.


King Of One-Liners Andy Huggins To Perform At Our Lady At St. Germaine

Early bird tickets are available through Jan. 20 for comedy legend Andy Huggins show Feb. 7 at Our Lady of St. Germaine in Oak Lawn.


The Record Shop On 95th Brings Vinyl Revival To Evergreen Park

Buy, sell and trade your vinyl at The Record Shop on 95th in Evergreen Park, where you know where you're at and what they do.


LTHS Announces 2024-25 First Semester Honor Roll

LTHS High Honor Roll and Honor Roll students for the first semester of the 2024-2025 academic year.


Celebrate National Popcorn Day At Emagine Frankfort

Emagine Frankfort, 19965 La Grange Road, invites Emagine Rewards Members to get a free small, classic movie-style popcorn.


Homer Township Primary Early Voting Begins Jan. 16

There won't be any early voting locations in Homer Glen or Lockport; you'll have to head to the Will County Clerk's Office in Joliet.


Homer Township Candidates: Feb. 25 Consolidated Primary

A primary will take place Feb. 25 for all Township elected positions.

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