Week in Review: Sadness out of Millikin and Saving Lives

News

Lifeguards, Civilians Honored for Saving Lives
Eight people received the Battalion Chief William Bonnar, Sr. Citizen Life Saving Award from the Orland Fire Protection District.

Outpouring of Grief for Orland Hills Teen Found Dead at Millikin
While authorities attempt to find out what caused Amanda Puckett's untimely death at age 19, those who knew her expressed their sadness and prayers on social media.

UPDATED: Foul Play Not Suspected in Orland Hills Teen Death at Millikin
Amanda Puckett, 19, was found unresponsive in her dorm room Sunday morning at the Decatur university. The cause of death is not yet known.

Judge Orders Patch Editor to Reveal Confidential Source
A Will County judge gave Patch editor Joe Hosey 21 days to turn over police reports and reveal who leaked them in connection with a brutal double murder in Joliet.

What’s New in D230’s Daily Schedule?
The day may start earlier, but students at Sandburg, Stagg and Andrew have opportunities during the school day to get additional help in areas they are struggling or if they are interested in enrichment.

6 Arrests Made in Orland Park Roadside Safety Check: Police
Cops stopped 242 vehicles over a 4-hour period during a check last week.

Remaining Metra Board Members Pressured to Resign
Four Cook County commissioners want the resignation of the remaining three Metra board members.

3 Orland Businesses Accused of High Unpaid Illinois Tolls
The Illinois Tollway has released a list of its "Super Scofflaws," those who owe more than $1,000 in tolls and among them are businesses in Orland Park, Orland Hills, Frankfort, Oak Lawn and Chicago Heights.

Blogs

Welcome Back to School for CJB students!

For Sandburg High School Senior Haneen Hadid an in-school field trip to learn about professionalism paid off in one day.

Sandburg tech ed students excel

Eight Tips for Throwing a Safe Summer BBQ

Orland Square Mall Seeking Exhibitors to Promote Women-Friendly Products and Services for First-Ever Girl's Night Out Celebration

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