Community Corner

40 Years for 'Truthful' Testimony | Women Withstand 'Trumpsters' | K9 Crosses Rainbow Bridge

Week in Headlines: Shooting suspect giggles in court | South Side Irish Parade Guide | Hiker falls at Starved Rock | Tennis court lawsuit.

Miss a day, miss a lot. Let's catch up on the week:

'A Day Without a Woman' March in Frankfort Withstands Resistance From Pro-Trump Protesters
More than 100 people who gathered in Frankfort on International Women's Day were confronted by supporters of President Donald Trump.
'I Accept Full Responsibility for My Actions:' Ehab Qasem Gets 40 Years for Granat Slayings
Ehab Qasem sentenced to 40 years in exchange for his "truthful" testimony against friends charged in slayings of John and Maria Granat.
Homeland Security Wants Mokena Man on Child Porn Charge
The unmarried retiree said he had no idea he was even under investigation.
Fire Crews Battle Overnight Roof Fire at Oak Lawn Pizzeria
High winds snap power lines igniting roof of Grassano's Pizza, tip over light pole at 88th Street and Ridgeland. See photos and video.
Accused Bowling Alley Shooter Giggles During Bond Hearing
A Sauk Village man in charged in the Jan. 8 shooting at Lakewood Bowl that left a man critically injured and wounded two others.
Your 2017 South Side Irish Parade Survival Guide
Everything from a 6-foot-tall Haribo gummy bear to parking restrictions -- we got your back.
ALSO:
Weather Forecast for South Side Irish Parade
Threesome Accused of Planning, Performing and Pawning Jewelry in Christmas Eve Burglary
Police said cousin to homeowner badgered homeowner with texts about their Christmas plans.
Telemarketing Company Owner Sentenced for Role in Medicare Scheme
Sundae Williams owned Serenity Living in Homewood while taking kickbacks for referring patients.
Orland Park Changes Vehicle Sticker Design But Keeps Pro-Police Message
Old Glory to replace "Blue Lives Matter" flag on Orland Park's vehicle sticker as response to veterans asking not to alter American flag.
Hiker From Orland Park Seriously Injured After Fall At Starved Rock
20-year-old Alexander Isiamas was hospitalized after slipping on moss and falling 40 feet into a canyon on Tuesday.
3-Car Wreck Claims 1 Man’s Life
A woman ran a stop sign and sent a car careening head-on into another vehicle, police said.
Alsip Police Department K9 Eddie Crosses the Rainbow Bridge
Days after he tracked down an armed robber, K9 Eddie died on March 7 after serving the Alsip community with distinction for eight years.

Eddie: End of Watch, March 7, 2017.

Young Dog Fights for Survival at South Suburban Humane Society
An extremely thin 4-month-old shih tzu mix with distressed eyes was brought to the shelter this week.
Park District Sues Firm Over Water on Tennis Courts
John Olivieri of the Olivieri Brothers calls the claims "baseless" and "politically motivated" as firm faces litigation for first time.
Stolen Cars in Bettenhausen Automotive Heist All Recovered
Police say all five cars stolen during an overnight dealership heist in Tinley Park have been found.
Car That Survived Hurricane Katrina Hardly Damaged After Tree Falls On It
A car that sustained salt water damage during Hurricane Katrina started immediately after an old tree fell right on it Tuesday morning.

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