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Man Tries Unsuccessfully To Shoot Himself In Parking Lot: Cops
When the Brookfield man tried unsuccessfully to shoot himself Summit police said he shot out his windshield instead.
Islamophobic Graffiti Targets Homer Glen Home
The vandalism involved spraying an anti-Muslim message and crosses on the sidewalk and in front of the house.
Lincoln Way Heroin Homicide Defendant Pleads Guilty, Sentenced
Jailed since 2015, Mark Harmon had his two younger brothers die from heroin overdoses this year.
Lovesick Deer Present Danger On Local Roads: Cops
Palos Park police remind drivers to be extra cautious driving through the forest preserves to avoid hitting deer during rutting season.
Light Pole Strikes 3 Students During Lockport School Recess
The three students were evaluated at a local hospital, and the district reported they are OK.
Missing Ride-Share Driver Found Dead In Trunk Of Car
A 37-year-old Calumet City man was found dead in the trunk of a car near 97th and Charles, according to reports.
Frankfort Man Wins Forest Preserve Photo Contest
Michael Fagan's close-up of a red-footed cannibalfly won the August portion of the contest.
Oak Forest Contractor Wanted For Home Repair Fraud: Warrant
Oak Lawn homeowner paid $6,641 for home repair work, but the contractor never purchased materials or performed the work, cop tells judge.
Man In Van Tried To Lure Student: APMS Email
Parents reported receiving an email stating that a man in a white van approached a student after school Thursday.
2 Multi-Vehicle Crashes Happen Blocks Apart On 167th Street
A helicopter was needed for one of the accidents, and stretch of the road was closed Thursday night.
Mayor's Accounting Firm Picks Up Another Local Contract
Prairie State College will pay Chicago Heights Mayor David Gonzalez' accounting firm an average of $75,000 a year for the next three years.
Man Commits Suicide Outside Catholic Church In Palos Hills: Cops
Palos Hills police said a man died of self-inflicted gunshot wound outside Sacred Heart Church.
Community Raises Funds for Tinley Park Orchestra Player
With a lot of determination and help from the community, a Tinley Park High School student raises $6,500 to pursue his dream.
Training Facility Named In Honor Of Retired Posen Fire Chief
A surprise dedication on September 11 unveiled the John Krizik Fire Training Facility.
Lip Sync Challenge Video Stars Wounded Park Forest Officer
Songs selected in the Park Forest Police Department's lip sync challenge were chosen to honor Tim Jones and the #TimStrong movement.
Arbor Park District 145 Teachers Holding Informational Strike
Arbor Park District 145 Teachers are without a contract and holding an Informational Strike to make their message heard.
OLCHS Celebrates Homecoming With ‘Spartans In Candyland’: VIDEO
Watch the Oak Lawn Community High School homecoming parade 'Spartans In Candyland.'
Sister Mary Jo Will Throw First Pitch For White Sox Again
The Marian Catholic nun who dazzled the nation earlier this summer with a perfect strike will try to do it again on Saturday.

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Sun Room, Gym, Office In Home Overlooking Flossmoor Country Club

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• Rabid Bat Found At Lockport Home
• New Lenox Car Burglar Captured: Report
• Parolee Accused Of Trying To Grab Hospital Security Officer's Gun
• Help Identify Thief Who Nabbed Wallet From Speedway
• Battery Charge For Calumet City Teen: Cops
• Target Shoplifter Charged With Theft: New Lenox Cops
• ID Thief Pawns Jewelry Purchased With Stolen Credit Card: Cops
• 39 Grams Of Pot Found On Driver At Walmart: Cops
• New Lenox Crime Blotter Includes Phone Scam Attempt
• DUI, No License: Lemont Arrests
• Walmart Employee Steals Merchandise On Last Day of Work: Warrant
• Jewelry, Electronics Stolen From Unlocked West Beverly Homes
• Lockport Man Caught Driving Stolen Car With Open Beer Cans: Cops

WORTH A LOOK

• New York Times Bestselling Author Visits EPCHS
• 2 Promoted At New Lenox Fire District
• Rep. Kelly Talks With Bloom Trail Students, Donates Books
• State Lawmakers Host Meet And Greet Event At Dan Ryan Pavilion
• Palumbo Family Foundation Presents $7,500 to St. Coletta's
• Evergreen Park Hot Rod And Classic Car Show Honors Vince DeCaro
• Annual Autumn Craft Beer Tasting Held In Lemont
• Silver Cross Earns Recognition as a Top Workplace
• New Lenox Hires New Police Officer With Experience
• Video: Marching band closes grand opening of Richards PAC
• Local Girl Scout Earns Highest Award
• ABC-7 Flyover Plans Stop At Marian Catholic
• New Speed Display Signs In Flossmoor Funded By ComEd Grant
• Lemont Police Advise Residents To Lock Up To Prevent Burglaries
• Nominate A Family In Need For A 'Mokena Miracle'
• Grissom Middle School Science Labs Get Makeovers
• Artist Studio Tour Added Week Before Beverly Art Walk
• All-Female Lineup Set For Next 'Frunchroom'
• The Castle, Heritage Gallery Launch Concert Series
• Native American Drum Group To Appear At Moraine Valley
• Nicor, Lemont Fire Department Partner For Education Event
• Photo Gallery: Bloom Township 206 Visited by ABC 7 Flyover
• Bear Down At Park Lawn's Annual Chicago Bears Bash
• Queen of Martyrs Fest 2018: What You Need To Know
• Seven LHS Students Honored As National AP Scholars
• Lipinski Announces Over $700,000 Grant for Moraine Valley

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