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Fr. Michael Pfleger has been cleared a fourth time of a child sex abuse allegation, which the Archdiocese of Chicago has deemed unfounded.
Prakash Patel, 43, also did not brake between hitting two of the three cars, prosecutors said.
A report of gunshot victims came in just before 3 a.m. Saturday, police said.
The three schemed to illegally profit from various roles one held in school systems in Chicago and Indianapolis, prosecutors said.
When stopped, the man got out of the car and tried to elude police on foot, according to police reports.
Eric Terrell, 43, was arrested Aug. 19 outside the New Lenox Public Library for the encounter with police earlier this month.
Grace Bardusk resigned, effective Aug. 5. Residents question why she would leave the role at such a critical time for property owners.
Unless you're expecting a call from Chief Joe Miller, don't answer it. The Palos Park Police Department's phone number has been spoofed.
The woman asked on social media if anyone was selling a particular breed of kitten.
The next show in the New Lenox Summer Concert Series is set for Saturday, Aug. 29.
The caller initially contacted the woman to warn her of attempts to withdraw money from her account, according to police reports.
Nancy Heuser teaches at Center and Park schools. She's recognized by the Illinois Art Education Association.
Carnival hours, entertainment schedule and more for the Frankfort Fall Festival.
Circuit Court Clerk Mariyana Spyropoulos will host her annual Second Chance Summit Fair Saturday, Oct. 10, at Kennedy-King College.
The Children's Farm's annual rummage sale features loads of housewares, books, tools, crafts and more Aug. 28 to Aug. 30, in Palos Park.
The nightly event will run from Sept. 25 to Nov. 1.
The sale is set for Friday, Sept. 11 and Saturday, Sept. 12.
Applications for the eight-week program are due Sept. 4. Program runs Sept. 17 through Nov. 5.
CHSD 218 Adult Transition Program seeks local employers for vocational training opportunities for young adults with disabilities.
The referendum will be placed on the Nov. 3 ballot.
Frankfort Township is one of several townships in Will County asking about voter ID laws.
The nightly event will run from Sept. 25 to Nov. 1.
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