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Robber Nabbed After Shot By Intended Target: PD | Aide Left Gun On Bus | Beloved Kindergartner Recovering

ALSO: Dan Davis' cause of death unclear | $23K in stolen hair tools | 'Simply a pause, not goodbye' for restaurant | Another rabid bat

The Southland's top stories for Thursday, Sept. 17. (Mary Compton/Patch)

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Man, 20, Charged In Attempted Armed Robbery At Orland Park Gas Station: PD

The man was shot by the person he tried to rob, police said.

CPS Bus Aide Accused Of Leaving Gun Where Boy Fired Shot Released With Conditions

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Prosecutors said surveillance video showed the student firing the bus aide's unattended gun over another student's head into the bus window.

'He Is Fighting': Beloved Kindergartner Recovering, 'Night Out For Orazio' Fundraiser Will Support Family

The Castelli family, who own Frankie's Est. 1988 in Tinley Park, said 5-year-old Orazio faces another brain surgery and ongoing recovery.

$23,000 Stash Of Stolen Dyson Hair Tools Discovered At Orland Park Warehouse: Sheriff

Cook County Sheriff's Police found the stockpile of hair styling tools on Sept. 10.

Embers, 933 Speakeasy To Temporarily Stop Restaurant Operations

The Lockport restaurant said it hopes this is "simply a pause, not a goodbye."

Missing Bourbon Street Employee Dan Davis' Cause, Manner Of Death 'Undetermined'

Due to the passage of time, the cause and manner of death for Dan Davis, 59, missing for three months were determined inconclusive.

Another Rabid Bat Found In Oak Forest: Cook County

The bat was found Sept. 15 in the 15300 block of Kilpatrick, officials said.

Ruse Burglars Target Elderly Homeowner In Palos Hills: Reports

The elderly woman told Palos Hills police a man came to her door wearing construction gear and said he needed to check her appliances.

Ink For Good: Oak Forest Studio 'Tattooing For A Cause' In Support Of NAWS Humane Society

Silver Raven Tattoo will host a fundraiser offering $100 and $200 tattoo designs, with half of tattoo proceeds going to NAWS.

Kitties For Keeps Hosts Pet Adoption And Donation Drive At Alsip-Merrionette Park Library

Foster-based rescue Kitties for Keeps will host a cat adoption event and donation drive Saturday, Sept. 19 at the Alsip-Crestwood Library.

Flossmoor's OAKtoberfest Offers Chance To Unplug And Reconnect With Nature

The Village invites the community to a full day of celebrating the wonders of nature on Saturday, Oct. 3.

Frankfort Acupuncture Clinic Opens Its Doors For Community Day Of Healing

Complimentary acupuncture treatments will be offered, focusing on supporting stress, anxiety and grief.

OLCHS Class Of 1976 Plans 50th Year Reunion During Homecoming Week

Oak Lawn Community High School class of 1976 will hold its 50-year reunion Oct. 10 at the Hilton Oak Lawn. RSVP by Sept. 26.

Food, Shopping, Family Fun Take Center Stage At Halal Fest Fall Saturday In Hometown

Stop by Halal Fest at Hometown Mercy Mosque Saturday, Sept. 19, for delicious food, entertainment, cultural booths, pony rides and more.

Orland Park Teen Wins Miss Teen International, Promotes Message Of Movement For Physical, Mental Health

Julia Yock, 15, is among the youngest to win the title. She seeks to share the importance of how mental and physical health are connected.

New Therapy Practice Opens Inside Lemont Wellness Clinic

The new practice provides support for kids, teens, adults and families.

Will County Vote By Mail Ballots Will Start Mailing Out Sept. 24

Completed Vote By Mail ballot envelopes may be returned by mail or to a designated Vote By Mail ballot drop box in Will County.

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