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Man Plots To Kill Judge | Job Fest | Brewery Owner Misconduct

Plus: Man Accused Of 'Swindling' Investors, South Suburban Death Notices, Tap Room Offers Half Off For Kids Book Donations​.

Let's get you all caught up on the news making headlines in today's Top Southland Stories.


U.S. Rep. Newman Invites IL-03 Residents To Winter Job Fest

Businesses, organizations and government agencies are looking for local talent at the IL-03 job fest Saturday, Dec. 11 at Summit Park.


Mokena Man Plotted To Have Judge, Police Officer Killed: Police

The Kendall County Sheriff's Office said it became aware of the scheme while the man was awaiting trial in the slaying of his ex-girlfriend.

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Former Frankfort Man Accused Of 'Swindling' Investors: Feds

The cannabis company owner was charged with wire fraud in a scheme to defraud investors out of more than $950,000, prosecutors said.


South Suburban Death Notices, December 6

South suburban obituaries and available visitation information.

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Hailstorm Brewing Owner Out After Sexual Misconduct Allegation

Hailstorm owners said Steve Miller left the company after reports surfaced accusing him of assaulting a woman at a brewing exposition.


Books For Beer: Tap Room Offers Half Off For Kids Book Donations

From now until Dec. 31, patrons can bring gently used books to the Open Bottle taproom to get a coupon for 50 percent off of any draft beer.

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