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$2M Payout In Priest Rape | Cop Dies In Crash | Judge Robbed Airman
PLUS: Car crashes into bar | LWE takes 2nd | Lockport HS needs $85M in work | Horses die in fire | Tinley light display glowing | $1M ticket
Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Tuesday, Nov. 28.
$2M Settlement Reached In Rape Claim Against Ex-Providence President McGrath
The payout is in a lawsuit filed by former student Robert Krankvich, who alleged sexual abuse by former principal Rev. Richard McGrath.
Family Says Man Killed In Oak Lawn Crash Was An Off-Duty CPD Officer
Edwin Espinoza, 35, was an off-duty probationary Chicago police officer with one year on the job, CPD said.
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Ex-Cook Co. Judge Stole Hundreds of Thousands From Orland Airman: Docs
Patricia Martin faces felony charges alleging she took the money from Oscar Wilkerson, Jr., the last of the Tuskegee Airman before he died.
Car Crashes Into Manhattan Bar, Driver Cited For DUI: PD
The accident happened around 1:30 a.m. Tuesday.
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$85M Lockport Central Renovation Referendum To Be Posed To Voters
Voters will decide on this proposition during the March 19 primary election.
Lincoln-Way East Football Takes Second In State
The team lost to No. 1 seed Loyola Academy, with a score of 26–15.
4 Horses Die, 1 Rescued In Beecher Barn Fire: Chief
The fire happened Sunday afternoon in the 1600 block of East Eagle Lake Road.
'What He Lives For': Setbacks Can't Stop Tinley Family's Light Display
The Hirsch family was in a pinch when one member behind its lights display was injured—but his vision still lit up, with some help.
Show us your lights! Best Christmas Yard Displays Sought For 2023 Holiday Tour O' Lights
Do you have the best Christmas decorations in town? Send us photos and a description for Patch's 2023 holiday tour o' lights.
$1 Million Lottery Ticket Sold At Romeoville Gas Station
The $1 million Cash Celebration Instant Ticket was purchased at Thorntons gas station, 400 N. Independence Blvd., in Romeoville.
Ex-Sandburg Coach's Claims Of Unethical Behavior Unfounded: District
District 230's internal investigation of recruiting violation claims made by an ex-Sandburg assistant coach determined no rules were broken.
New Store Offers Training, Jobs For D218 Students With Special Needs
A first-of-its-kind, High 5 Heights opens Wednesday, Nov. 29, in Palos Heights offering a variety of custom items made by ATP students.
Horses To Star As Salvation Army 'Bell Ringers' At New Lenox Walmart
Horses will be outside the New Lenox Walmart Saturday, Dec. 2.
Christmas Cookie Stout, Holiday Spirit On Tap At Flipside Brewing
Flipside Brewing is preparing to release its newest Christmas cookie-inspired beer, with other holiday events lined up.
3 Charged After Robbery, Barricade At Midlothian Liquor Store: PD
The incident took place at Emporium Liquors in Midlothian.
4 Juveniles In Custody After Crashing Stolen Car: Flossmoor PD
The crash happened in the 3200 block of Vollmer Road Wednesday afternoon, police said.
Orland Lions Club Selling Live Christmas Trees, Wreaths In Fundraiser
The club opened its lot at 147th and Ravinia Nov. 20, with daily hours.
Mokena Firefighters, VFW Team Up For Holiday Toy Drive
The groups are collecting new, unwrapped toys at the Mokena VFW on Wolf Road through December 11 that will be given to needy area families.
Homewood Makes Final Bond Payment, Is Now Debt-Free: Village
The Village said they are now debt-free, after paying off the $1.79 million general obligation bond issued in September 2020.
South Suburban Death Notices, Week of November 27
South suburban obituaries and available visitation information.
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