Oak Forest, IL|News|
Crash That Injured Oak Forest Officer Was Intentional: Police
Oak Forest police said that Jerrold T. Gibbons, 56, crashed into an officer's car on purpose last Friday. The officer was hurt in the crash.
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Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
- Tinley Park, IL
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Chicago Heights, IL|News|
Two Demonstrations Against Glenwood Power Plant Planned Thursday
A group of south suburban residents plan two demonstrations Thursday to oppose the building of a power plant in Glenwood.
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Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
H-F Teacher Catherine Ross-Cook Wins Golden Apple Award
Catherine Ross-Cook, an H-F English teacher who also leads the Steppers dance team, has been named a Golden Apple award winner.
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Tinley Park|News|
Book Club Inspires Hillcrest Students To Learn Survival Skills
Inspired by a novel they read in a book club, Hillcrest students learned skills they'd need to survive in the wild.
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Chicago Heights, IL|News|
2019 Chicago Heights Elections: George Brassea, 5th Ward Alderman
Get to know your candidate for Chicago Heights alderman.
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Orland Park, IL|News|
Orland Park Man Back In Jail For Having Sex With Minor: Sheriff
A Wendy's manager from Orland was arrested again for having sex with a 16-year-old employee. He has served time for a similar conviction.
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Chicago Heights, IL|News|
Commercial Avenue Apartment Fire Displaces 37 People
More than 3 dozen people were displaced from their homes Thursday after a fire broke out through their Commercial Avenue apartment complex.
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Chicago Heights, IL|News|
Missing South Heights Mother Likely Murdered: Police
The search for missing South Chicago Heights mother Jessica Flores continued Sunday as police looked for her body. One man is in custody.
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Orland Park, IL|News|
Sandburg's Kate White And Kelly Malecki: Someone You Should Know
Kate White and Kelly Malecki aren't sisters, but the bond the Sandburg High teens have is unbreakable. ICYMI special for Mother's Day.
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Chicago Heights, IL|News|
2019 Voters Guide: Chicago Heights
Chicago Heights residents head to the polls April 2 to vote for 23 candidates vying for 10 open seats. Here's what you need to know.
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Oak Forest, IL|News|
Does That Sign Violate Free Speech? Oak Forest Hopes Not
City officials are holding a public hearing on signs. But wait! It's interesting! A free speech issue. Really.
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Chicago Heights, IL|News|
2019 Chicago Heights Elections Guide: Arthur W. Wiggins, Mayor
Get to know your Chicago Heights candidates.
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Chicago Heights, IL|News|
2019 Chicago Heights Elections Guide: Jim Dee, Treasurer
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Chicago Heights, IL|News|
2019 Chicago Heights Elections Guide: Lori Wilcox, Clerk
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Tinley Park|News|
2019 Elections Guide: John Curran, Tinley Trustee
Get to know your candidate for Tinley trustee.
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Tinley Park|News|
2019 Elections Guide: John W. McGuire, Tinley Trustee
Get to know your Tinley candidate for trustee.
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Tinley Park|News|
TP Police Chief Asks For Help In Cheering Officer Tim Jones
Police Chief Walsh asks the public to help cheer Park Forest officer and Tinley alumn Tim Jones, who was severely hurt in the line of duty.
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Orland Park, IL|News|
Orland School Board Candidates Sound Off On Dist. 135 Budget Cuts
Dist. 135's school board candidates discussed the most pressing issues -- think budget and arming teachers -- at a forum Wednesday night.
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Orland Park, IL|News|
Dist. 135 Supt. DJ Skogsberg Takes Unexpected Leave Of Absence
Orland District 135 surprised parents Wednesday night with a message that Supt. DJ Skogsberg has taken an unexpected leave of absence.
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Tinley Park|News|
Nelly, TLC Concert Comes To Tinley In August
Grammy Award-winning rap superstars Nelly and TLC come to Tinley's Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre in August. Tickets go on sale March 15.
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