Shot Fired During Parking Lot Brawl / Letter Carrier Robbed / 'Fast Eddie' Indicted / Old Woman Hit By Car & Killed

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Man Defied Orders to Drop Gun During Parking Lot Brawl: Cops

An Orland Park man is accused of firing a gun in the parking lot during a fight in front of a Tinley Park bar early Saturday morning.

Letter Carrier Robbed At Knife Point in Oak Lawn: Police

A U.S. Postal Service letter carrier was robbed at knife point late Monday afternoon in Oak Lawn by two young men in their late teens to early 20s.

Ex-Alderman 'Fast Eddie' Vrdolyak Accused of Tax Evasion: Indictment

Former 10th Ward Alderman Edward Vrdolyak is under federal scrutiny again following an indictment for income tax evasion and impeding an IRS investigation.

Woman, 70, Fatally Struck by Car in Palos Park

A 70-year-old woman died Saturday evening after she was struck by a car in Palos Park.

Tattoo Artist Charged With Discharging Gun at Ex-Boyfriend in Bridgeview

A tattoo artist is accused of firing a gun in a “reckless manner” inside a home in Bridgeview, prosecutors said.

Orland Park Man Swipes Truck, Sets Fire to Toilet Paper at Two Businesses: Prosecutor

An Orland Park man is facing assorted felonies after he stole a pickup truck and then torched toilet paper in two business, prosecutors said.

Gage Park Man Identified As One of Burbank Crash Victims

A Gage Park family is mourning the loss of a son and brother who died in a single car crash in Burbank early Saturday morning.

Submarines to Star in Lemont Historical Society and Lemont VFW Program

In commemoration of Veterans’ Day, Lemont Historical Society and Lemont VFW are collaborating to present “It All Started Here—Lemont, IL, Birthplace of the Nuclear Powered Submarine,” on November 15, 7 p.m. at the VFW Hall, 15780 New Avenue.

Carson's Shoplifter Hits Store Three Times for Designer Clothing: Prosecutor

A Chicago man was arrested after he went to the same department store on three separate occasions and made off with thousands of dollars worth of brand name clothing, prosecutors said Monday in court.

SXU's Student Vetarans Alliance Collecting for Toys for Tots

Saint Xavier University’s Student Veteran Alliance is now collecting new, unwrapped toys for the U. S. Marine Corps Reserve’s Toys for Tots program.

Oak Lawn Cops Put Thanksgiving Holiday Boozers on Notice With DUI Crackdown

The Oak Lawn Police Department is putting holiday boozers on notice by stepping up DUI enforcement patrols for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday.

Saint Xavier University Trustees Unanimously Appoint New President

The Saint Xavier University Board of Trustees unanimously appointed Laurie M. Joyner, Ph.D. as the university’s 20th president.

Orland Park Man Accused of Making Stolen Car Claim in Fake 911 Call

An Orland Park man is accused of making a fake 911 call about his car being stolen after he crashed it, prosecutors said Tuesday in court.

Warrant Issued for Parolee Who Stole Cook County Corrections Employee's Purse: Cops

A Waukegan man is wanted on an arrest warrant for swiping a Cook County Corrections employee’s purse from an office at Moraine Valley Community College, Palos Hills police said in court.

Help the New Lenox Fire Protection District Keep the Wreath Red this Holiday Season

Once again each of the New Lenox Fire Protection District’s (NLFPD) four fire stations will have a large wreath on the front of them with all red lights. These wreaths are not just decorations for the holidays; they are there with a purpose.

Drop 'Toys for Tots' Donations at New Lenox Fire District

The New Lenox Fire Protection District is now collecting items for Toys for Tots. Area residents will be able to drop off new, unwrapped toys at each of the four fire stations.

Sorry Cigarette Stealer Swipes Smokes From Speedway

A sorrowful cigarette thief apologized to a service station clerk as he walked away with a carton of Newport 100s, police said.

Oak Forest Man Gets 6 Years for Child Porn Conviction

An Oak Forest man last week pleaded guilty to child porn charges, and was sentenced the same day to 6 years in prison.

Unlocked Cars Easy Picking for Thieves in Frankfort

Frankfort police are asking residents to lock their car doors and be alert, after a string of recent burglaries to vehicles.

Peace Vigils Planned In Mt. Greenwood To Promote Diversity, Inclusion

Three groups have announced plans to hold peace vigils and demonstrate in Mt. Greenwood this weekend following a police-involved shooting of an African-American man on Nov. 5 that have made the neighborhood a touchstone for ugly protests.

ALSO WORTH A LOOK

• Appeals Assistance Available at Worth Township Assessor's Office Through Dec. 6
• Lincoln-Way Transition Program to Host Poinsettia Sale Fundraiser
• Harvey Man Accused of Training Dogs for Fighting: Sheriff's Police
• 20-Year-Old Man Struck and Killed By Freight Train in Bridgeview
• Chelsea students participate in Guinness World Record effort
• District 157-C sees significant gains in student academic growth
• Make Magical Memories at Orland Square Mall this Holiday Season during Pet Photo Night with Santa
• Local Art Studio Gets Creative to Give Back
• State Rep. William Davis Visits Bloom High School
• Tinley Park Girl Makes a Donation in Lieu of Birthday Gifts to Children Fighting Cancer

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