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1 Dead In Petroleum Explosion | Dist. 130 Blasted After Hard Lockdown

PLUS: Abuse of Power Complaint Lodged Against SXU Security Chief | $1 Million Lotto Ticket Unclaimed | Tinley Concert Venue Gets New Name

PLUS: Abuse of Power Complaint Lodged Against SXU Security Chief | $1 Million Lotto Ticket Unclaimed | Tinley Concert Venue Gets New Name
PLUS: Abuse of Power Complaint Lodged Against SXU Security Chief | $1 Million Lotto Ticket Unclaimed | Tinley Concert Venue Gets New Name (Mary Compton | Patch)

Miss a day, miss a lot. Let's get all caught up with the Top Southland Stories for April 25.

Abuse Of Power Complaint Lodged Against St. Xavier Police Chief
The complaint filed with The Brady List claims Melvin Cornelius used his authority to punish and make false accusation against SXU officers.

A 'Whole Family Thing': Sisters, Longtime Fans Take Over Custard Shop
Under new ownership, a beloved Midlothian custard shop has changed names, but is still filled with sweet memories and love for the treat.

Find out what's happening in Oak Lawnfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

$1 Million Winning Lotto Ticket Sold In Oak Forest Still Unclaimed
Someone is sitting on a ticket worth a nice bit of cash from an April 13 Lotto drawing.

1 Dead In Explosion At Seneca Petroleum In Lemont: Sheriff
A second person was taken to Silver Cross Hospital, officials said.

Find out what's happening in Oak Lawnfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Tribes Brewing, A Mokena Staple Since 2009, Will Close At Month's End
The independently owned brewery owned by Niall Freyne announced the closure on social media but did not provide a reason for the decision.

Parents Blast D130 Board After Hard Lockdown At Hale Middle School
Parents, teachers and staff say school board and administration's lack of transparency and communication is an ongoing problem in Dist. 130.

Tinley Park Concert Venue Gets Another New Name
Let's see how long it takes us all to call it something else.

South Suburban Death Notices, Week of April 24
South suburban obituaries and available visitation information.

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