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Graphic Shelter Photos | Wyllie Trial Date | Big OSHA Fine
Week in Headlines: Ideas for mental health center site | Burger King fire | Hilarious obit | School residency checks.

Miss a day, miss a lot. Let's catch up on the week:
Dogs Shown Sick, Bleeding Inside Animal Shelter: Photos
Photos show unkempt conditions at AWL in Chicago Ridge, which is currently under quarantine for a canine illness. WARNING: GRAPHIC CONTENT
ALSO: Animal Shelter Shut Down Due To Dog Respiratory Disease
Ex-LW School District Supt. Lawrence Wyllie Gets Trial Date
The former head of D210 faces wire fraud and embezzlement charges for allegedly misusing the district's bond funds for personal projects.
Unprovoked Pit Bull Attacked Worker At Frankfort Shelter: Lawsuit
The woman is seeking more than $50,000 in damages from Cache Creek Animal Rescue in connection with an alleged incident last summer.
Terrifying Video: Girl Abducted In Broad Daylight, FBI Seeks Tips
An East Chicago, Indiana man has been indicted for allegedly kidnapping the child in Calumet City last month, according to the feds.
Driver Killed After Car, Semi Collide In Tinley Park
UPDATE: Icy road conditions also caused a series of accidents along Interstate 80 near the village.
Tinley Mental Health Center: Readers Give Ideas For Empty Site
In November, Patch asked for suggestions on what to do with the abandoned facility. This is what you told us.
OSHA Socks New Lenox Company With Big Fine
Do you think OSHA's fine against the New Lenox pallet manufacturer was warranted?
Burbank Babies R Us One of Seven Illinois Stores Set To Close
Burbank's Babies R Us store is one of 182 stores being closed by Toys R Us retailer. Liquidation sales expected to begin February.
LW School District-Woodman's Land Deal In Tinley Delayed Again
The school board extended the due diligence period for the sale of the property at 191st Street and Harlem Avenue.
Dist. 230 Announces Proof of Residency Checks For All Students
All students attending Stagg, Sandburg and Andrew high schools will be required to show proof of residency.
Prayer Service Set For 10th Anniversary Of Lane Bryant Murders
A special prayer service will be held next week on the tenth anniversary of a tragedy that ranks among the worst in Chicago area history.
Orland Park Nurse Among Seven Killed In Philippines Van Crash
An Orland Park nurse was among seven passengers killed on Saturday in a van crash during a medical missions trip to Philippines.
Coach Gets Kidney From One Of His Runners
Rich Matula of Homewood has a second chance at life thanks to a man he's coached for years.
Richards High School Hosts Matt Kocher Games This Sunday
Bulldogs volunteer to host ISO regional basketball tournament this Sunday, Jan. 28.
Appraiser Sought For Possible LW North Sale
District 210 will ask firms for estimates on how much it would cost to appraise the closed school building.
Funny Obit Remembering Indiana Man Is So Chicago
Terry Ward's obituary has gained widespread attention on the web. Much of it describes a typical South Side American hero.
REAL ESTATE:
Find out what's happening in Mokenafor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Homes For Sale In Southwest Suburbs And Beyond: Real Estate Guide
Modernist Keck & Keck Home Drops $25K In Price
Million Dollar Mansion In New Lenox Still For Sale
$390K For Spacious, Brick 5BR Tinley Park Home In Prime Location
Stately $1M Frankfort Home Offers Custom Touches, Pool, Deck
Gorgeous Palos Ranch, Skylights, Brass Ceiling, Stone Fireplace
Roomy Cape Cod, Custom Bar, Stonework in Evergreen Park
One-Of-A-Kind, Unique House, Spiral Staircase, Pool in Oak Lawn
Charming Brick Cape Cod, Sun Room, Wooded Lot in Palos Heights

Find out what's happening in Mokenafor free with the latest updates from Patch.
- Crooks Rob Cell Phone Store, Hit Owner's Knees With Chair: Cops
- Man's Craigslist Ad Sought 14-Year-Old For Sex: Will County
- Orland Man Accused of Using Medical Marijuana Card To Deal Pot
- 3 Defendants In New Lenox Car Burglaries Can't Post Bail
- Fire At Burger King Leaves Minor Damage: Police
- Indiana Driver Arrested On DUI Charge: Police
- Women Charged In Hometown Heroin Deal
- Car Burglars Love LA Fitness In New Lenox
- Alert Neighbor's Call Leads to Arrest of Alleged Burglar: Police
- Theft, No License, Reckless Driving: Lemont Arrests
- Daytime Burglars Target New Lenox Subdivision
- Large Quantity of Pot ,THC Oil Found During Search Warrant: Cops
- Businesses Burglarized In Mt. Greenwood
- Stolen Mercedes Benz Found In Miami Motel Lot, Couple Charged
- Vandalized Flagpole, Package Pilfered: Palos Hills Blotter
- Oak Lawn Man Charged With Burglarizing Two Cars
- Alsip Police Seek Public's Help In ID'ing Robber, Carjackers

WORTH A LOOK
- Oy's Thai Cuisine Becoming Big Hit In New Lenox
- Smokey Barque Adding Brewery, Will Reopen With New Name, Menu
- ‘Bee a Beekeeper’ With Help From The Forest Preserve District
- Workout Tips From Treadfit Owner Jenny Harkins
- PSC Celebrating 30 Years of Jazz Festival in 2018
- Palos 118 to Offer Full Day Kindergarten Option in Fall 2018
- Tinley Park Student Shares Her Story of Immigration to the U.S.
- Lake Katherine's Winter Fest Offers Wintry Fun
- “Three-peat!” Hickory Creek Cheerleaders win State for third time
- SXU appoints new VP for Finance Administration and CFO
- Saint Mary Parishioners March for Life
- Catholic Charities Blue Island Center Hosts 'Helping Hand' Dinner
- Joy in Childhood Foundation Brings Joy to Christ Hospital
- LHS' FBLA Chapter Totals 15 First Place Finishes In Competition
- Toys R Us In Matteson To Close On Heels Of Company Bankruptcy
- 'Get Behind The Vest' Breakfast Is Feb. 18 At St. John Fisher
- Orland Park Brass Tap Bar Hosts Event to Benefit Children
- Advocate Christ Opens State-Of-The-Art Simulation Center
- Cog Hill's 55th Eskimo Open A Success
- 'Uncork and Support' Ladies Night Supports Accessible Ball Field
- Red Line Extension To 130th Street Calls For 4 New Stations
- Old Quarry Cheerleaders Win State Championship
- St. Patricia School students win Keep Christ in Christmas contest
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