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Park Forest Police Rescue Squad Car From 3-Foot Snake
It takes a brave person to pull a 3-foot snake from a car engine. Apparently, Park Forest Police Chief Chris Mannino is the man to do it.
'Pinky Ring' Bandit Tries To Rob Hickory Hills Bank: FBI
FBI is asking for public's help in identifying man wearing pinky ring who allegedly tried to rob a Hickory Hills bank.
2 Kids Among 4 Injured In Morgan Park Porch Collapse
Two children were among four people hospitalized following a porch collapse at 117th and Church.
Firefighters Knock Out Kitchen Fire That Spread To Attic
Oak Lawn firefighters quickly extinguish house fire on Tuesday afternoon.
Tinley Plans Push For Racino On Mental Health Center Site
Tinley is throwing its hat in the ring for a racino. Building senior housing on the mental health center site is no longer on the table.
South Suburban Cops Pass The Torch For Special Olympics Illinois
Highlights from the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Illinois relay made its way through the south suburbs on Wednesday.
Dog Models Needed For Will County Forest Preserve Calendar
The calendar will showcase dogs that frequent the district's six dog parks while also raising awareness for the humane society.
ON THE GO:
Chicago Animal Care And Control Waives Adoption Fees On Saturday
Chicago Animal Care and Control will waive adoption fees for dogs and cats Saturday, June 8, to clear the shelter.
St. Catherine Parish Carnival Offers 5 Days Of Music, Games, Fun
Summer has officially arrived. St. Catherine of Alexandria's Carnival offers five days of fun, June 5 through June 9.
Oak Fest 2019: What You Need To Know Before You Go
The summer's hottest fest is almost here! Check out our guide to Oak Fest 2019 and plan your July 4th weekend.
Greek Fest Oak Lawn, June 15 and 16
Greek Fest Oak Lawn, June 15 and 16 at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, 10301 South Kolmar, Oak Lawn, IL
Homewood Artisan Street Fair 2019: What To Know Before You Go
Don't miss the ever-popular 2019 Homewood Artisan Street Fair, now in its 12th year, on Friday and Saturday.
Oak Lawn 2019 Farmers Market Opens
Oak Lawn farmers market runs every Wednesday starting June 5. Check out the 2019 vendors.
Black Sox Scandal Told 100 Years Later In B.A.C. Art Exhibit
“The Black Sox - A Century Later” runs from June 9 to July 17 in the Simmerling Gallery.
March In Evergreen Park's 2019 nIndependence Day Parade
Applications being taken now to participate in Evergreen Park's 49th Independence Day Parade on July 3.
Hot Summer: Don't Miss Downtown Tinley's Block Party 2019
Tinley's heating up this summer with its family-friendly block party on Oak Park Avenue in July.
Family Fishing Derby Planned In New Lenox
The event is for those ages 2 to 16, and the registration deadline is June 12.
Trinity Triumph 5K set for June 20 in New Lenox Village Commons
Race will benefit people with developmental disabilities and mental illness

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• Domestic Battery, Speeding: Lemont Police Reports
• Armed Robbery At Frankfort Gas Station: Suspects Fled Scene
• Suspicious Man Approaches Child At Bus Stop In New Lenox: Village
• Rock Thrower Wanted For Targeting Beverly Businesses
• Police Respond To Car Burglary In Progress, Thieves Flee
• 301 Seat Belt Tickets Issued In Oak Lawn Memorial Day Campaign
• Boy Bullied In Park For Scooter: Cops
• Man Wanted On Warrants Found Hiding In Chest: Cops

WORTH A LOOK

• Are Oak Park Ave.'s Manhole Covers Too High? Tinley's Got Answers
• Orland Stops Mayor, Trustees From Buying Time In State Pension
• Adoptable Pets Of The Week: Karev And Avery
• Secluded Home On Longwood Drive Going For $1.6 Million
• Central Middle School Principal Resigns After 1 Year
• District 113A Board Approves New Oakwood Assistant Principal
• White Sox Orland Park Night Open to Everyone
• Advocate Christ Medical Center Nurse Honored
• Frankfort Student Honored For Discus Throw State Championship
• Live Like John Softball Tournament: Nearly $10,000 Raised Already
• New Lenox Police Hold Self-Defense Class For Women
• Trustees To Vote On Controversial Timber Run Subdivision
• Mother McAuley Graduates 227 Seniors At Stirring Ceremony
• Tinley Approves Video Gambling Licenses For 3 Restaurants
• Trinity Christian College Trolls Sports Camps Keep Kids Active
• Mokena Board Approves Front Street Improvements
• Silver Cross Foundation Appoints New Board Members
• Mount Carmel Alum Named New Principal
• Western Avenue Business Corridor To Get Boost
• Dr. Julian Rogus Elementary School in Frankfort Gives to Kids

IN MEMORIAM

• South Suburban Death Notices, Week of June 3

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