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Southland Week In Review: White supremacist flyers | Rush challengers | Lincoln-Way North plans | Alleged cockfighting ring.

The top news of the week from Chicago's south suburbs.
The top news of the week from Chicago's south suburbs. (Patch Graphic)

Miss a day, miss a lot. Let's catch up on the week:

4 Cases Of Legionnaires' Disease Reported At Advocate Christ
The Illinois Department of Public Health is currently investigating four cases of Legionnaires' Disease at Advocate Christ Medical Center.
Frankfort Police Officers Rescue Baby Deer
The baby deer was found with a broken leg on Tuesday.
Flash Floods Devastate Steger Neighborhoods
The Village of Steger has opened its community center for residents displaced by overnight storms that dumped 5 inches of rain in two hours.
ALSO: Steger Fire Department Offers Cleaning Kits For Flood Victims
White Supremacist Flyers Sent To Oak Forest Residents
Mayor Hank Kuspa said he hadn't heard about the white supremacist flyers, but denounced them: "In the eyes of God, we're all equal."
Will County Forest Preserve Begins ‘Don’t Be a Jerk' Campaign
The Forest Preserve District of Will County is rolling out a new multimedia campaign designed to get people to behave in the preserves.
Roosters Seized In Alleged Cockfighting Ring Up For Adoption
Thirty-one roosters seized from an alleged cockfighting ring are available for adoption at Chicago Animal Care and Control.
Motorcyclist Dies After Accident In Mokena: Coroner
Batka lost control of the motorcycle and was ejected onto the roadway.
Accused Killer Tried To Order Hits On Prosecutor, Witness: Cops
Trevon Clark, already accused of killing Mt. Greenwood resident Kara McNicholas, faces new charges of solicitation of murder.
Benefit Planned For Frankfort Square Man Battling Cancer
The benefit will help cover medical treatment costs and help the family while Brian is unable to work.
Ford Finishes Chicago-Area Plant Renovations
The $1 billion makeovers of Ford's Chicago Heights stamping plant and the Torrence Avenue assembly plant is now complete.
Body Found On The Cal-Sag Identified As Missing Man
The body of Western Springs resident Arturo Jacobson was found on the surface of the canal between 96th and 104th avenues.
Robert Emmons Takes On Rep. Bobby Rush In 1st District
At 26, Robert Emmons of Chicago is out to prove he can take on political powerhouse Rep. Bobby Rush -- and win.
Activist Ameena Matthews Challenges Rep. Bobby Rush In 2020 Race
Ameena Matthews, known for her role in "The Interrupters," is running for the Congressional seat held by Rep. Bobby Rush.
Lincoln-Way North Could Sell: School Districts Express Interest
Superintendent Tingley said several entities have expressed interest in the building, but no options have been presented to the district.
Brace Yourself: Road Work On 159th Street Set For July
Roadwork on 159th St. from 94th Ave. in Orland Park to Ridgeland Avenue in Oak Forest will begin July 1. Traffic headaches end in October.
Lemont Freedom Days 2019: Schedule Of Events
Freedom Days includes the fireworks show, a tribute to the veterans, an open swim and more.
7 Fun Things To Do In The Southland This Weekend
A street fair, day in the park and Led Zeppelin cover band highlight a weekend of fun in Chicago's south suburbs.

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