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Semi Hits Car, 1 Killed | Coach Dies In Explosion | Burglary Thwarted

PLUS: Driver in "high speed" crash stable | Bigger, better home show | American Red Cross honors area man | Custard shop is back!

The Southland's top stories for Thursday, April 27.
The Southland's top stories for Thursday, April 27. (Mary Compton/Patch)

Miss a day, miss a lot. Let's get all caught up with the Top Southland Stories for Thursday, April 27.


Woman, 65, Killed in Crash with Semi, Car In Manhattan: Sheriff

The driver of a car that was involved in a crash with a semi early Thursday morning was pronounced dead at the scene.


'Selfless' Wrestling Coach, 'Great Man' Killed In Explosion Mourned

A wrestling coach at Andrew HS and former Tinley Park Bulldogs coach, standout wrestler at Mount Carmel died Tuesday in an explosion.

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Alert Homeowner Thwarts Ruse Burglary Attempt, 'Roofer' Flees

When the fake roofer tried to get the older homeowner to follow him behind the house, the homeowner call 9-1-1, Palos Park police said.


Driver In Multi-Car Crash Remains Hospitalized, Is Stable: Tinley PD

One driver involved in a multi-car crash Saturday at 159th and 80th Avenue remains hospitalized Wednesday, police said.

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Bigger and Better Chicago Home Show Returns To Oak Lawn Pavilion

One of the largest home improvement events in the region, the Oak Lawn Home Show kicks off April 29 and April 30. Free admission and parking


American Red Cross Honors Frankfort Man As 2023 Hero

Keith Wallace is the Executive Director of the Lincolnway Special Recreation Association.


Reminder: No, You Don't Need To Buy A Vehicle Sticker This Year

Your current Village of Tinley Park vehicle sticker expires April 30, but there's no need to grab a new one.


A 'Whole Family Thing': Sisters, Longtime Fans Take Over Custard Shop

Under new ownership, a beloved Midlothian custard shop has changed names, but is still filled with sweet memories and love for the treat.


Christmas Without Cancer Featured On Frontier League All-Star Jersey

Christmas Without Cancer has been named the official non-profit of the Frontier League All-Star game, July 12 at Ozinga Field.

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