Indians No More | Duck Rescue | 4 Teens Dead | Mask Frustration

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

LHS Will Discontinue Use Of 'Indians' For Athletics, Activities
The school will discontinue the use of "Indians" as a name for its activities and athletics teams, starting in the upcoming school year.

17-Year-Old Driver Charged In Crash That Left 4 Teens Dead
Hickory Hills police believe the crash was caused by an attempt to go airborne over the crest of a hill.

• 4 Dead, 2 Injured In Single Vehicle Crash In Hickory Hills
• Families Plan Funerals For 4 Teens Killed In Hickory Hills Crash

Oak Lawn Police Service Dog Lucifer Crosses Rainbow Bridge
PSD Lucifer, who faithfully served the Oak Lawn Police Department for eight years, ended his watch on July 17.

Orland Residents Frustrated Over Mask Polices: Library, Schools
Residents have begun contacting the village regarding mask policies in places like the Orland Park Public Library and school districts.

Winner, Winner; Spaghetti Dinner
Enrico's Italian Dining in Frankfort crowns first two winners of its Get Sauced Spaghetti Eating Contest.

Dems Enchanted By Promise Of Pritzker's Wealth Overlook Failures
KONKOL ON THE ROAD: Even from a rest stop in New Mexico it's clear why Illinois status-quo Democrats back Pritzker re-election bid.

Story Of Jeff Saenz's High-Voltage Shock Sparks National Support
KONKOL ON THE ROAD: Musicians volunteer to play "Jeff Fest" in Nashville, L.A., Austin to raise cash for Dallas producer who lost his arms.

Orland Park Rescue Officials Save Duck Trapped In Lake
Officials from the Orland Park Police Department and Orland Fire Protection District saved a trapped duck in Lake Sedgewick.

A Lovely Butterfly, Vibrant Roses And Busy Spider: IL In Photos
This week's photo roundup from across Illinois.

OMGPD

Yellow Dodge Challenger Driver In Twerking Melee Surrenders: Cops
3rd Suspect In 7-Year-Old's Shooting Death Now In Custody: FBI
Frankfort Businesses Cited In Alcohol, Tobacco Check: Sheriff
Gun Discharged During Scuffle At Oak Lawn Condo Complex: Police
Lithuanian World Center Burglary: Police Look To ID Suspects
Chicago Woman Charged With 3 Retail Thefts In 3 Weeks: Orland PD
Oak Forest Sees Uptick In Scams, How To Avoid: Police

READING LIST
Worth A Look

GoFundMe Started To Help COVID-19 Long Hauler Pay For New Lungs
Saint Xavier Named 'College of Distinction' For 5th Year In Row
Local Athlete Spotlight: Q&A With Seth Mendoza
Tinley Park High School Shares Updated COVID-19 Guidance
Firecracker Dance Return Draws Hundreds
Virtual Open Houses at SSC
Pete's Market To Be Completed By End Of 2022, Incentives Approved
I&M Canal Passport Contest Ends Oct. 31
Small Business Owners Launch 'Magical Rainbow Fluff' Cotton Candy
Slice Factory Opening In Lockport
Orland Park Police Hope To Start Therapy Dog Program
New Director Of Human Services Joins Lemont Township
Homewood-Flossmoor 2021 Grad Named Bank Of America Student Leader
Oak Forest High School Shares Updated COVID-19 Guidance
COVID Vaccinations Required For OSF-Little Company Mary Employees
Moraine Valley Offers Incentive For COVID-19 Vaccinated Students
Edge Music Academy Opening In Homer Glen
Cook County Health Online Q&A Focuses On Vaccine Misinformation
D124 Appoints Award-Winning Educator Southeast Principal
Cook County Endorses CDC COVID-19 Guidance For K-12 Schools

IN MEMORIEM

South Suburban Death Notices, Week of July 19
Melvin Joseph Kozbiel
Joseph N. Rathnau
Elizabeth T. Buckley
Tony Chapa
Oak Lawn Police Service Dog Lucifer Crosses Rainbow Bridge

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