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The Southland's top stories for Tuesday, Sept. 10.
The Southland's top stories for Tuesday, Sept. 10. (Mary Compton/Patch)

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Tuesday, Sept. 10.


Missing Midlothian Teens Found Safe: PD

Two Midlothian 17-year-olds were both found safe Thursday, police said.


South Side McDonalds Targeted In 3 Parking Lot Robberies, CPD Warns

A trio of parking lot robberies were carried out by masked gunmen at an Englewood McDonalds, Chicago police warn.

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Know Before You Go: Ringo Starr To Play Sold-Out Show In New Lenox

Must-know info for the big show Saturday, Sept. 14.


Person Climbs On Roof, Shows Fake Gun In Police Standoff: Official

The person showed an AR-15-style rifle authorities identified as a toy, then fled to the roof of his Frankfort Square home, police said.

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Fire Engulfs Outbuilding In Peotone, No One Injured: Fire District

The fire happened Sunday at 1:30 p.m.


Gaelic Park's Heritage And Harvest Day Set For September 15

The event is free and family-friendly, with games and activities for children and adults.


Small Batch Beer Fest Back At Crafted, Small Street Market Debuts

Mokena's Crafted 1979 bottle shop and taproom hosts back-to-back events Sept. 13–14.


New Tinley Park Forest Preserve Welcomes Visitors

The preserve offers a half-mile loop grass walking path, picnic tables, and an open grassy area.


Run For The Kids Sunday In Palestine Children Relief Fund 5K At MVCC

Selma Sweets Run for Peace, Move for Palestine 5K Sunday, Sept. 15, to provide critical relief to injured children in Gaza at Moraine Valley.


Mums, Gourds, Fall Items To Debut At Tinley Farmers Market

The Tinley Park Farmers Market will spotlight some autumn goods, decor, and other items beginning Saturday, Sept. 7.


Chicago Bulls Guard Ayo Dosunmu To Hold Youth Basketball, Cheer Camps

The Chicago native and Bulls star will host basketball and cheer camps Sept. 14-15 for boys and girls, ages 7-18 at Shepard High School.


Justin Ozinga Announces Run For Frankfort Mayor

Ozinga, who has lived in Frankfort for 20 years, is co-owner and Chief Business Development Officer of Ozinga Bros., Inc.


Innovative OLCHS Arabic Program On Display For IL State Superintendent

Oak Lawn Community High School's innovative Arabic language program was on display Friday for Illinois State Supt. Dr. Tony Sanders.


Manhattan Trustee To Seek Another Term

Manhattan Trustee Justin Young has announced that he will seek to extend his stay on the Village Board.


20 Chefs To Face Off In Homewood Fall Fest's Chili Cook-off

The Sept. 21 Fall Fest includes live music, food, and drink. Local artisan vendors will be on-site selling various crafts and unique goods.


Village Seeks Mokena Residents' Input In Shaping Comprehensive Plan

Village officials are asking residents to participate in forming the next comprehensive plan.


Bolingbrook Boy Competes In MLB Youth Skills Competition

Jay competed at Guaranteed Rate Field on Aug. 31, and is waiting to hear results to see if he'll be selected for a trip to the World Series.

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