Thursday: Partly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 72 and low of 45 degrees.
Friday: Some sun with a stray shower, temps: high: 72, low: 55.
Saturday: Partly sunny and warmer, with a high of 83 and low of 57 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• South Chicago Chapel director denies allegations over funeral home practices (suntimes.com) — State regulators are still investigating a now-closed crematory in Chicago Heights where dozens of bodies and mishandled remains were previously discovered, while the funeral director involved denies similar allegations at a South Chicago chapel. Illinois officials are pursuing permanent license revocation and possible criminal charges, highlighting ongoing scrutiny of funeral practices affecting south suburban families.
Ward 1 Monthly Residents' Meeting → Chicago Heights, IL Calendar, Barack Obama School of Leadership & S.T.E.M. 401 Concord Drive, Chicago Heights 11:00 am
Princess Storytime → Walker Branch, Chicago Public Library, 11071 S Hoyne Ave, Chicago 1:30 pm
Sunday October 11
ACT Bowling Night Circle Bowling Lanes, 7244 Circle Avenue, Forest Park 1:00 pm
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Family Dollar posted a job opening for Assistant Manager I in Chicago Heights. Apply here.
Hallmark posted a job opening for Hallmark Merchandiser (part-time) Sauk Village, IL 60411 in Chicago Heights. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Chicago Heights here.
🗞 Nearby News
Flossmoor
Pettersson, Parkner Lead Vikings to Third-Place Finish in Galena (northpark.edu)
Cook County Announces $8M Relief Fund To Help Clear Mountains of Debris Left From Summer Storms (newsbreak.com)
Cook County pledges $8 million to help south suburban communities clean summer storm damage (suntimes.com)
Ok Chicago Heights! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
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