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A band of almost 90 volunteers makes up the group, which has helped to bring a renewed sense of community to Homewood-Flossmoor High School.
A 10-day traffic safety campaign run by Orland Park police resulted in 52 drivers being cited for speeding and other offenses.
Police said two men were found shot after officers saw a man run into a home in the 5300 block of State Road, then heard gunshots.
The effort attempts to turn Jan. 15 from a day off to a "day on" as residents are paired to work with area not-for-profit organizations.
A listeria outbreak linked to three fruits were sold at stores nationwide, including at Illinois Walmart and Aldi locations.
David Braun, who was named as Pat Fitzgerald's replacement after the former coach was fired, led the Wildcats to seven victories this year.
Corey Perry was released after an internal investigation determined the veteran forward engaged in behavior that violated team policies.
Patricia Martin faces felony charges alleging she took the money from Oscar Wilkerson, Jr., the last of the Tuskegee Airmen, before he died.
Officials with Northwestern's Chicago campus reported an active threat before police said a melee in the street led to a gun being fired.
Patrick Kane, who helped lead Chicago to three Stanley Cup titles, is coming off of hip surgery and chose Detroit over a handful of teams.
Metra announced that trains on its BNSF lines out of Union Station were delayed by up to an hour after cold temps caused switches to freeze.
The state has pledged $65 million in funding for housing for 2,200 asylum seekers in Brighton Park and Little Village despite objections.
10-year-employee Gail Lewis posted her final signoff at Walmart on TikTok in a video that has been seen more than 20 million times.
The groups are collecting new, unwrapped toys at the Mokena VFW on Wolf Road through December 11 that will be given to needy area families.
A 44-year-old man was shot early Thursday by a man who was upset over not being invited to the holiday gathering, a report said.
In a season of giving and thankfulness, here are five volunteer organizations that are always in need of community support and help.
District 230's internal investigation of recruiting violation claims made by an ex-Sandburg assistant coach determined no rules were broken.
The Jolly Elf will visit Mercyhealth Hospital and Physician Clinic December 13 and children can take a photo with Santa and receive a gift.
The budget, which takes effect December 1, also includes a $73.8 million levy which includes a 1.95 percent increase and $825,000 in growth.
Whether local residents are looking for a real tree or not, shopping for the Christmas staple is easy with plenty of local buying options.
