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

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


Search Underway Along Kean Avenue For Missing Palos Hills Woman, 69

Krystyna Krogulska was last seen late Wednesday evening and may be endangered, Palos Hills police said.


Slain Officer's Family Tells Mayor And Gov Not To Attend Funeral: FOP

Union president John Catanzara claims fallen CPD Ofcr. Martinez's family does not want the governor and mayor to attend his wake and funeral.

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Visiting Football Team Ransacks LW Central Locker Room: Sheriff

Lincoln-Way Central players reported several items including cell phones, earbuds, clothing, cash and more stolen from their lockers.


Man, 17, Found Shot To Death In Targeted Attack: Park Forest PD

The incident happened Wednesday night in the 200 block of Fir Street, police said.

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Domino's Pizza Workers Honored For Saving Boy From Burning Trailer

"Certainly without Nasser and Sara's willingness to get involved ... this event could have had an even more tragic outcome," OLFD chief said.


Flossmoor Hit With Rash Of Car Thefts, Car Break-ins, Police Warn

Flossmoor police alerted residents on Tuesday night to a dozen car burglaries and multiple stolen vehicles.


'My Life's Passion': Bourbons Owners Face Closing, Hold Out Hope For Way Forward

Bourbons Smokehouse's Joe and Tonya Regiro feel there might still be hope that the business isn't closed for good, but they need help.


Stagg Music Boosters Craft Show Features 187 Crafters And Vendors

Stagg Music Boosters' Fall Craft Fair features student performers, vendors, art, crafts, holiday decor and more Nov. 16 and Nov. 17.


Oak Forest 'Church Ladies' Selling Homemade Pierogi For Holidays

No pre-orders! It's first come, first served on sale days in November!


Oak Lawn Senior Leading The World In Vocabulary Bowl

"I'm shocked at being first in the world," Oak Lawn Community High School senior Nathan Radloff said.


Orland, Tinley, County Leaders Collaborate In 2nd Public Safety Forum

The Southwest Suburban Public Safety Forum will be held Tuesday, Dec. 3 at the Orland Park Civic Center.


Tinley Park Set To Sparkle In Tree Lighting, Holiday Happenings 2024

Tinley Park's Holiday Happenings are set to begin Friday, Dec. 6, with events planned through Sunday, Dec. 8.


Will Co. Waives Adoption Fees For Vets, Active Duty In 'Pets For Vets'

The Will County Animal Protection Services promotion lasts throughout November.


Homewood, Flossmoor To Spotlight Festive Homes On Holiday Lights Tour

In its debut year, the official trolley tour will be on Dec. 12. Submitted homes will be listed on an official map.


Lockport Chamber Celebrates Small Business Saturday

The Chamber will hold a Holiday Wreath Promotion leading up to Small Business Saturday on Nov. 30.


Lincoln-Way Area Mayors Endorse Keith Ogle For Frankfort Mayor

Current Frankfort Mayor Keith Ogle filed his petitions Tuesday in his bid for re-election.


Lockport's New Panda Express Now Open

The new Panda Express location opened its doors on Wednesday.


Lockport Girls Volleyball Team Heads To State Finals Tournament

Lockport is set to play Marist, at 8:30 p.m. on Friday.


Small Business Saturday, Tree Lighting To Kick Off Holidays In Flossmoor

Small Business Saturday, Celebrate the Season set for Saturday, Nov. 30 in Flossmoor.

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