Tinley Park, IL|News|
Virtual Event To Honor Veterans This Weekend In Tinley Park
The virtual event, hosted by the Village of Tinley Park and the Tinley Park Veterans Commission, will take place at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 15
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
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Orland Park, IL|News|
Orland Park To Celebrate Veterans With Several Planned Events
New this year, Orland Park will host "Veterans' Tuesdays" in the park at Village Center starting June 1, officials announced Wednesday.
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Tinley Park, IL|News|
Summer Meal Finder Map: Where Kids Can Get Food In Tinley Park
More than 18 million children could go hungry in the United States. Here's where kids can get a healthy meal in Tinley Park.
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Orland Park, IL|News|
Summer Meal Finder Map: Where Kids Can Get Food In Orland Park
More than 18 million children could go hungry in the United States. Here’s where kids can get a healthy meal in Orland Park.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
GoFundMe Launched For Girl Killed By Gunfire In Hazel Crest
Erica Gibson, of Chicago, was fatally shot in the head over the weekend, according to the Cook County Medical Examiner's Office.
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Saint Paul, MN|News|
Ramsey County Deputies Warn Of Increase In Carjackings
“In the last week, 14 carjackings have been reported to law enforcement in the East Metro area,” Ramsey County Sheriff Bob Fletcher said.
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Minneapolis, MN|News|
Minneapolis To Reopen 38th And Chicago After Derek Chauvin Trial
The intersection has become a memorial to George Floyd following his death last May. It's remained closed for almost a year.
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Minneapolis, MN|News|
Minneapolis City Offices To Close Feb. 15 For Presidents Day
City offices will resume regular business hours on Tuesday following the holiday.
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Minneapolis, MN|News|
Minneapolis City Council Bans Facial Recognition Technology
The city now joins Boston, San Francisco and other cities across the country that have either banned or limited the use of the technology.
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Saint Paul, MN|News|
Saint Paul PD: Arrest Made In Gnome Craft Pub Burglary
Earl Robert York, 57, who has no known address, is facing charges in connection with the Jan. 24 burglary, Saint Paul police said.
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Across Minnesota, MN|News|
Gov. Walz Loosens Minnesota's Coronavirus Restrictions
The governor's new executive order expands seating capacity limits as well as extends restaurant hours.
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Southwest Minneapolis, MN|News|
Minneapolis Appeals Court Won't Delay Derek Chauvin Trial
According to court documents, prosecutors wanted to push the trial back to the summer due to COVID-19 concerns.
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Across Minnesota, MN|News|
Car Insurance Rates: See Where Minnesota Ranks
Drivers in Minnesota spend an average of $758 on yearly premiums.
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Southwest Minneapolis, MN|News|
South Minneapolis Post Office Destroyed In Riots To Be Rebuilt
According to the United States Postal Service, the Minnehaha Post Office in South Minneapolis will be rebuilt in its original location.
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Across Minnesota, MN|News|
Gov. Walz: Flags To Be Flown Half-Staff To Honor Buffalo Victims
"As we grieve this senseless tragedy, let us also honor their work to keep Minnesotans safe and healthy," the governor said.
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Saint Paul, MN|News|
Random Acts Of Kindness Day: Help Feed Neighbors In Ramsey County
Volunteering and supporting food banks in Ramsey County are among the ways to show kindness on Feb. 17.
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Minneapolis, MN|News|
1 Person Dead, Another Injured Following Minneapolis Fire
According to the Minneapolis Fire Department, the fire happened along the 2500 block of 24th St. East on Thursday afternoon.
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St. Louis Park, MN|News|
St. Louis Park Police Hosting Virtual Sledding Competition
Want to score a fun prize worth $100 from the St. Louis Park Police Department? Here's how.
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Richfield, MN|News|
Richfield Police: Mail Theft, ID Fraud On The Rise
According to the Richfield Police Department, many cities are experiencing an increase in mail theft and identity fraud.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Saint Paul, MN|News|
Saint Paul Police Respond To Back-To-Back Carjackings, Robberies
The suspects, a 15-year-old boy and a 17-year-old boy, are now in custody and have been charged with robbery and auto theft.
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