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The Southland's top stories for Tuesday, Sept. 19.
The Southland's top stories for Tuesday, Sept. 19. (Mary Compton/Patch)

Miss a day, miss a lot. Let's get all caught up with the Top Southland Stories for Tuesday, Sept. 19.


'My Boy Was A Good Kid,': Mother Of Slain Hillcrest HS Freshman

Amanda Lenoir said her son was on the right track, when he was fatally shot outside his high school's homecoming football game.


Mokena Man Fired Gun Near Residence, Lied To Cops: Police

Arin Schuit faces weapon charges after police said he fired two shots near his Wolf Road residence and then lied about hearing the shots.

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No Signs Of Foul Play In Missing Mokena Man's Death: Manhattan PD

An autopsy on Robert "Robbie" Hollingsworth showed no signs of foul play. Toxicology results are still pending.


Manhattan's Retired Police Chief Seeks Return To Role

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Jeff Wold will be recommended for reappointment to the role of police chief at the Manhattan Village Board Sept. 19 meeting.


Oak Forest Principal's Wish List Helps Create Accessible Playground

Regina Schnell dreamed big but thanks to a partnership with Jewel, special needs students at Morton Gingerwood School can now play safely.


Krema Coffee Roasters Eyes Move Into Cavallini's Space

Officials will vote Tuesday on approving a five-year license agreement for the Plainfield-based coffee business.


Flossmoor's Recyclepalooza Returns October 7

Kick off your cleaning sprees now to get ready for the event Saturday, Oct. 7.


Hickory Creek Softball Heads To State Final Tournament

Hickory Creek defeated Homewood's Hart 4-1 on Saturday to take the sectional championship crown.


Rupert The Wallaby Home In Monee After 'He Had His Adventure'

Rupert is back home after being missing for several days before tips finally helped owner Josie Hange track him to a neighbor's garage.


LTHS Board Discusses Future Of LTHS Central Campus

LTHS Central was first built in 1909, and additions were built in 1930 and 1953.


Preserve Receives Donation For Bike Repair Station

The two bike repair stations will be installed at two trail intersections, including one near Homer Glen.


Tinley Park Author Uses Mystery To Spark Kids' Interactive Skills

School social worker Joy Gallivan published a book that teaches young kids how to pick up on physical clues to better engage with others.


South Suburban Death Notices, Week Of September 18

South suburban obituaries and available visitation information.


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