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Good morning to you Oak Forest! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️

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  • Police investigate fatal self-inflicted shooting at Oak Forest gun range

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📰 News we're reading

• Man Takes Own Life At Oak Forest Gun Range: Police (patch.com) — A man died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound Wednesday at Eagle Sports Range on 159th Street in Oak Forest, according to police. Officers cleared the range, interviewed a friend who was present, and confirmed events with video. Authorities have not yet released the man's identity, and the article highlights the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline for anyone in distress.
   

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