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New Lenox Family Mourns Death Of Husband, Father After Freak Accident
Aaron LaMore was setting out to help his daughter with a food collection for her Girl Scout troop, when something went terribly wrong.

Reichman Jewelers Calls It Quits In Oak Lawn: 'It's Too Dangerous'
After a break-in in November 2021, and a violent armed robbery this past July, Reichman Jewelers co-owners are moving out of Oak Lawn.

'All Hail The Champs': McAuley Wins 4A State Girls Volleyball Title
Mother McAuley bring home the bling, winning their 16th state girls volleyball title in the IHSA final against Benet Academy.

• Mighty Macs Take Victory Lap
• Mighty Macs Advance To IHSA 4A Girls Volleyball Final, Will Play Benet

Pelican Wingspan, Relaxing Eagle And First Snowfall: IL In Photos
This week's photo roundup from across Illinois.

The Village That Sophie Built: An Oak Forest Preemie's Story
Katy and Tim Landuyt could talk about their little girl all day. They want her—and their family's story—to remind people they're not alone.

Slaying Of Mall Security Officer: Suspect Still At Large
The 57-year-old man was shot after police said a suspect robbed a River Oaks Mall jewelry store and began firing a gun, hitting two people.

Illinois Voters Approve Workers Right Amendment Measure, AP Projects
The Illinois constitutional amendment guarantees the rights of workers to bargain collectively for working conditions, salary, and hours.

Taylor Swift Ticket Sale Canceled; Singer To Play 3 Dates In Chicago
Ticketmaster announced it is canceling Friday's public sale for the pop star's upcoming Eras tour due to insufficient amounts of tickets.

Illinois Sen. Hastings Wins Re-Election After 'Extreme Challenges'
Updated vote tallies show that Michael Hastings beat 19th District challenger Patrick Sheehan by 938 votes in last week's midterm election.

REAL ESTATE

Wow House: Mokena Home On Cul De Sac Has Saltwater Pool, Waterfall

OMGPD

Thieves Crash Stolen Car Into Gun Range, Steal 23 Guns: Oak Forest PD
Police Looking For Witnesses Of Road Rage Incident: Tinley PD
2 Chicago Ridge Cops Certified As 'Drug Recognition Experts'
'Unruly' Passenger Assaults Flight Attendant On United Flight: Police
Burglar Leaves A Mess Swiping Cigarettes From Palos Hills Business
Onions On Sandwich Lead To Disorderly Conduct, Ban From Orland Shop
Gunfire Exchanged In Attempted Car Theft: Homewood PD
Pair Of Mokena Subdivision Home Break-Ins May Be Related, Police Say
Would-Be Robber, South Side Store Worker Shoot, Kill One Another: CPD

READING LIST
Worth A Look

Casey's Now Open In New Lenox
2,000 Volunteers Needed For BMW Golf Championship In Olympia Fields
127th Street And Rt. 83 Water Main Installation Delayed Indefinitely
Evergreen Park Recreation Department Offers Christmas Break Camp
Orland Park Pioneer Super Lightweights Eye Second Super Bowl Title
Palos Park Police Cadets Hold Food Drive For Local Families
A Chat With Village Trustee Mark Marzullo
Pop-Up Christmas Bar Opens In Tinley's Odyssey Sweet Spot
Holidays Kick Off This Weekend With Mokena Tree Lighting, Caroling
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Seeks YOUR Help this #GivingTuesday
CHSD170’s Wilson School Students Learn Through the Arts at PSC
'Very Frustrating' Progress In H-F Sex Assault Investigation: Lawyer
Roundabout, Apartments Coming; Water Rates To Rise: Mayor Baldermann
Tinley 'Parade Of Lights' Participants Needed To Kick Off Season
Holiday Spirit To Light Up New Lenox Commons December 3
CHSD170’s Greenbriar School Celebrates Veterans
EPCHS Art Teacher Sketches A Drawing A Day For 'Inktober' Challenge
Franciscan Health Diaper Drive collects 4,165 diapers
Palos Park Police Cadets Hold Food Drive For Local Families
Palos Fifth-Grade Star Student Athlete Known For His Kindness
Tinley Park Holiday Lineup Set To Ring In The Season
Homewood Cops Go Bearded, Raise $1,000 For Domestic Violence Shelter

IN MEMORIEM

South Suburban Death Notices, Week of November 14
Victor K. Kasput
James Paul Skinner
Frank J. Beresh
Edward L. Wilbur Jr.

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