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1 Killed In Rollover | Child Porn Arrests | Nesting Goose Guarded

PLUS: Accused cop killer stole bike afterward | DNA leads to burglar | Man found dead in car | Mayor's sign saga | Art & garden market back

The Southland's top stories for Tuesday, May 7.
The Southland's top stories for Tuesday, May 7. (Mary Compton/Patch)

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Tuesday, May 7.


1 Killed In Rollover Crash On I-57 South Tuesday: State Police

The crash happened late Tuesday morning on I-57 southbound near 167th Street.


Tinley Park Man, 19, Arrested On Child Porn Charge: Police

Noah McGonigal, of the 8400 block of Dunmore Drive, was arrested Thursday following a lengthy investigation.

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Operation Hatch 'Em: Mama Goose Builds Nest At Costco, Staff Guard It

Staff at Costco in Orland Park are all in and waiting out the arrival of goslings in a nest built on a median in the store parking lot.


Tate Changed Clothes, Stole A Bike After CPD Cop's Slaying: Officials

Chicago police's technology-driven investigation detailed during Xavier Tate Jr.'s pretrial hearing for murder of CPD Officer Luis Huesca.

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Oak Lawn Man Nabbed Trying To Meet Child In Berwyn: Police

Investigators set up sting posing as the child after the man was discovered sending sexually explicit texts, Cook County Sheriff said.


Man Found Dead In Car ID'd: Medical Examiner

A man found dead of a self-inflicted gunshot wound Saturday in Tinley Park has been identified as a 20-year-old Country Club Hills man.


DNA On '19 Crimes' Wine Bottle Leads Police To Burglar: Sheriff

The man grabbed the wine from the fridge, took a swig before putting it back in, sheriff's police said. He left behind crucial evidence.


Sign With Late Orland Mayor's Name Returns, Family Questions Location

A sign with former Orland Park Mayor Frederick T. Owens' name has been re-erected, this time in the rear of the building, the family said.


A 'Dream Come True' (Again), Grounded Coffee Bar Opens In New Lenox

Frankfort couple Rachael Giantomasso and Stephen Giannone have expanded a beloved Frankfort coffee business to New Lenox.


Roma Sports Club Expansion Targets June Opening

The expansion will add five volleyball courts, five pickleball courts and two basketball courts.


'This One Is It': Boutique Owner To Open Second Location In Manhattan

Size-inclusive boutique Posh West owner Sadie Smith West can't wait to bring her kind of specialized shopping experience to Manhattan.


Ready To Grow? Tinley Art & Garden Market To Feature 30 Vendors

The market returns for its second year on Saturday, May 11.


Mai Fest Returns To Blue Island Featuring Artists, Bands, Beer, Food

The 3rd Blue Island Mai Fest is back Saturday, May 11, featuring over 100 artisans showcasing their unique, handmade goods, bands and more.


180 Drivers Caught On Cell Phones In April: Orland PD

Orland Park police released the results of an increased campaign for distracted driving in April.


Vintage Tractors To Roll In Will County For Threshermen Fundraiser

The Will County Threshermen's Association will hold its Vintage Tractor Drive Fundraiser on Saturday, June 8.


Actor, Emmy Award-Winner, Late Gary Sievers Inducted In EPCHS Hall

'Give 'Em Hell Harry!' actor and three-time Emmy winner actor Gary Sievers '68 was inducted posthumously into Evergreen Park Hall of Fame.


Pop Culture Fans Unite Saturday For OLPL Fan Fest

The Oak Lawn Public Library will host the popular Fan Fest featuring all genres of pop culture Saturday, May 11 for cosplay, comics and more


South Suburban Death Notices, Week of May 6

South suburban obituaries and available visitation information.

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