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1 Dead In I-80 Crash | Shots Fired | Flag Fiasco After Trump Verdict

PLUS: Hog Wild NL update | Father-son up on pot charges | Music in Plaza kicks off | Town-wide garage sales | Sibs make little free library

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

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


Man, 45, Killed In Crash With Semi On I-80: State Police

The crash happened Monday afternoon on I-80 East at Central Avenue, near Tinley Park and Country Club Hills.


Shots Fired Report An 'Isolated Incident': Frankfort Police

No one was harmed after a report of shots fired on Sunday in Frankfort.

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


Homer Township Supervisor Flies American Flag Upside-Down After Trump Verdict

Homer Township Supervisor Steve Balich flew the flag upside-down outside the Township building on May 31, stating the country is in peril.


Father-Son Duo Appear In Court On Oak Lawn Pot Manufacturing Charges

Son currently on EM for pending cases detained until a hearing on possible pre-trial release violations, but judge won't add EM for new case.

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


Design Tweaks Delay New Lenox Hog Wild Opening, But It's Coming Soon

The New Lenox Hog Wild is still in progress on Cedar Road, and customers will love the finished product, the franchisee assures.


LTHS Honors Band Teacher, Bus Driver With Awards

Lockport Township High School District 205 teacher Anna Mudroch and bus Robert Friebel were recognized by students and the District.


Tinley Park's Ale Trail Trolley Rolls Again For Summer Starting June 5

The trolley will run set hours Wednesdays beginning June 5, with a set route among beer and wine spots in town.


Tinley Park's Music In The Plaza Concert Series Kicks Off June 8

Stop by Zabrocki Plaza from 7 to 10 p.m. Saturday, June 8 to catch Radio Gaga. Food and drink vendors available on-site.


More Than 100 Homes On The Map For Manhattan's Villagewide Garage Sale

There are 109 homes ready for you to shop during the sale June 7–8.


NL Siblings, Park District Bring Little Free Library To Hibernia Park

Siblings Harrison and Maya Barker recently installed and stocked a Little Free Library at Hibernia Park—all their idea and hard work.


OLPD Memorial Day Campaign Nets Record 328 Seat Belt Citations

Oak Lawn police issued a total of 406 citations, including 328 seat beat violations, during Memorial Day 'Click It Or Ticket' campaign.


Nearly 300 Homes Participating In Oak Forest Citywide Garage Sale

The bargain-hunting adventure will take place on June 7–8, and offers local residents the opportunity to seek out neighborhood treasures.


Manhattan Comprehensive Plan The Focus Of Community Visioning Workshop

An open house and community visioning workshop is set to gather residents' feedback and input on the community's comprehensive plan.


44 Venders Join Hills Farmers Market For 2024 Season, Opens Friday

The Hills Chamber Farmers Market runs every Friday rain or shine starting June 7 at Hickory Hills City Hall through Sept. 27.


South Suburban Death Notices, Week of June 3

South suburban obituaries and available visitation information.

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