Protest After Cop Punch | Gun Trafficking Charges | Teen Dies In Crash

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Protest Planned After Video Shows Oak Lawn Cops Punching 'Armed' Man

Video surfaces appearing to show officers hitting a young man who Oak Lawn police claim was resisting arrest and had a gun.

Orland Park's Schofield Calls Signing With Bears 'A Dream Come True'

The veteran NFL lineman grew up cheering for the hometown Bears but says signing in Chicago is like getting drafted all over again.

H-F High School Junior Killed In Car Crash: Report

Oliver Paredes died early Sunday when the car he was driving left the roadway, according to a report.

Feds Charge Orland Hills Man With Trafficking Dozens Of Guns: US Atty.

Arshad Zayed, 38, was arrested and charged Wednesday morning. Authorities say he trafficked 35 firearms, including machine guns and rifles.

Highway To Haven: Cowboy's Protest Horse Now A Princess, Treat Hog

A 20-year-old pinto mare once named NuNu who was taken galloping down a Chicago expressway has a new name, new life and new story to tell.

Kids Start Pop-In Coffee Biz, Proceeds Go To Family Of Crash Victim

A bunch of friends are having fun and helping out local causes. Funds raised this week will go to family of bike crash victim Zain Jaber.

Neonatal ICU At Silver Cross Given Green Light To Open

The Level 3 neonatal intensive care unit is the first and only such unit in Will County.

RidgeFest 2022 Offers 80s Hair Bands, Family Entertainment, Big Rides

RidgeFest 2022 offers three days of music, food, libations, children's activities, merchants and more, July 29-July 31 in Chicago Ridge.

From Mississippi to Chicago: Mother Rendell Celebrates 100th Birthday

Moraine Court resident Josephine Rendell churned butter, danced at the Savoy, hugged Cab Calloway, and helped her mother start a church.

Farm & Barn Fest In Mokena To Return Aug. 13

The annual festival will feature an outdoor flea market, activities for the whole family and two free concerts.

Amateur Rib Cook Off Postponed; No Make-Up Date Announced

The event was scheduled for Saturday in downtown Frankfort. Village officials did not yet have a date for when the cook off could return.

South Suburban Death Notices, Week of July 25

South suburban obituaries and available visitation information.

Pet of the Week: A One-Eyed Cat Named CC

This charming, one-eyed kitty is described as independent, funny, quiet, smart, and curious. She needs to be the only cat in the household. Adoption fee of $85 through Lulus Locker Rescue in Oak Forest.