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2 Die In Crash | Priest Cleared In Sex Abuse Probe | 2nd Frat Party Sex Assault Claim | Woman Still Missing

ALSO: 'Death of Little Bear' | Canary left outside after break-in | 'Disguntled employee' targets shop | Pierogi sale | Fire chief moves on

The Southland's top stories for Tuesday, Oct. 27.
The Southland's top stories for Tuesday, Oct. 27. (Mary Compton/Patch)

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Tuesday, Oct. 27.


Orland Hills, Palos Heights Women Killed In Peotone Township Crash: Coroner

The crash took place Friday afternoon at Wilmington-Peotone and Center roads, the Will County Sheriff's Office said.


Former St. Catherine of Alexandria Priest Cleared Of Child Sex Abuse Allegation

Cardinal Blase Cupich sends letters informing parishes that a child sex abuse allegation against Fr. Kenneth Fleck is deemed "unfounded."

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2nd Sexual Assault Allegation Surfaces Against Another UChicago Frat Party: Lawsuit

"Despite being incapacitated, Jane Doe pleaded with him to wear a condom. The fraternity brother allegedly refused," a civil suit alleges.


Corie Walsh In Court: Prosecutors Get Mental Health Facility, Jail Records In 'Death Of Little Bear'

Prosecutors also received Walgreens records as the Frankfort mom's lawyers maintain she was suffering from psychosis during the killing.

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Woman, 43, Missing From Outside Tinley Park Home: Police

Kristina Tidewell was last seen Wednesday, Oct. 21 at 2 p.m. near her home at 171st and 80th Avenue, police said.


Pet Canary Left Outside In Cold After Smoke Shop Break-In, Chicago Man Charged: OLPD

The store manager called 911 when he saw the man inside the closed business on the live security camera, Oak Lawn police said.


'Disgruntled Employee' Accused Of Burglarizing Take 5 Oil Change Stations

The Chicago Ridge man's distinctive tattoos appeared consistent with those of the former employee, police said.


Petting Zoo Closed After E. Coli Investigation At Bengtson's Pumpkin Farm

"Out of an abundance of caution, we closed our petting zoo as soon as we were contacted, and it will stay closed until further notice."


Oak Forest Fire Chief Retires After Nearly 3 Decades With Department, Moves On To Chief Role In Kankakee

Gary Kasper's last day will be Oct. 30, the City said Monday. He begins his new role in Kankakee on Nov. 2.


2 Dead After Found Shot Inside Moving Vehicle: Police

The two victims were found inside the vehicle Thursday night, police said. Police said it appears to be an isolated incident.


IL Man Sent Threats, White Powder To Members Of Congress: DOJ

The man's mom said FBI agents asked if her son had "problems with the government" taking computers and Morton salt from home, reports said.


Crew Smashes Gaming Machines At Gas Station, Demands Cash From Register: New Lenox PD

The incident happened at Food N Fuel in the early morning hours Thursday.


PHOTOS: Lincoln-Way Marching Band Shines In St. Louis Bands Of America Super Regional Championships

The Lincoln-Way Marching Band joined more than 60 other groups competing Oct. 23–24.


Teen Boy Safe After Reported Missing From Tinley Park Home: Police

The teen had last seen around 6:45 p.m. Friday, police previously said.


Lincoln-Way East Dedicates Football Field To Coach Zvonar

Zvonar is the first and only head football coach in the history of the Griffins.


Oak Forest 'Church Ladies' Selling Homemade Pierogi For Thanksgiving, Christmas Dinners

No pre-orders! It's first come, first served on sale dates in November.


Dessert And Beverage Café Mala Sweets Set To Open In Orland Park

Menu features Croffles, a croissant-waffle hybrid, cakes and pastries, gelato, coffee and matcha drinks, smoothies and more.


Fill Your Pumpkin With Candy Wednesday At Worth Township's Trunk Or Treat

Kids can wear their costumes and head over to Worth Township Center in Alsip Wednesday, Oct. 28, for trunk or treat.

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