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Miss a day, miss a lot. Let's catch up on the week:
2 Bodies Found In Cars During Same Week In Beverly
Two homicides under similar circumstances in a one-week span in Beverly are not believed to be gang-related.
ALSO: Death On Walden Parkway Considered Homicide
Former Orland Township Staffer Accused of Pocketing $58,975
Former assistant administrator siphoned money from food pantry and general assistance fund for services aiding needy residents, cops said.
Man Robs 7-Eleven, Makes Employee Lie Down On Floor: Cops
Hickory Hills police say robbery is similar to others in area.
Halloween Decoration In Lansing Yard Appeared To Depict Lynching
Some say a mannequin hanging from a tree depicted a lynching, but police say it was nothing more than a vandalized Halloween decoration.
First Responders Take Part In Eye Opening Active Shooter Drill
South suburban first responders take part in simulated active shooter and train explosion exercise. Watch the video.
Psychedelic Drug Lab Found In Man's Bedroom: Cops
Orland Park cops find ecstasy, cannabis, cash, scales and DMT drug lab during warrant search of Midlothian man's house, prosecutors said.
Lemont Man Was Trafficking Heroin From Chicago To New Lenox: Cops
Suerth had been trafficking heroin from Chicago to New Lenox via the train, police said.
L-W East Rolls Past H-F In Battle Of Unbeatens
The Vikings scored first Friday, but the Griffins scored more often in a 48-6 victory.
Archdiocese To Merge Our Lady of Loretto With St. Germaine Parish
Archdiocese of Chicago announces plans to restructure parishes along South Side's Pulaski corridor.
4 Men Kidnap Driver From Car In Oak Lawn: Police
Oak Lawn police said the four men pulled the driver from the car in retaliation for a stabbing that happened in Chicago.
Duo Sought In Armed Robberies At Frankfort Township Gas Stations
VIDEO: No one was hurt in the 3 incidents, which happened at a pair of gas stations recently.
Maple Tree Inn Vows To Rebuild Month After Devastating Fire
While the building that caught fire will have to be demolished, owners of the beloved Blue Island restaurant are determined to return.
Lincoln-Way Madrigal Choirs Can Keep Singing At Churches
District officials lifted the ban on church performances only a few months after imposing it following a complaint earlier this year.
Rescued Harvey Dogs Up For Adoption Saturday
A few of the dogs rescued from an abandoned home in Harvey last month will be available for adoption at the South Suburban Humane Society.
I-80 Upgrade At New Lenox Begins
Several politicians including the governor of Illinois gathered to mark the occasion.
Halloween 2018: Submit Your Haunt For Patch's Tour o' Scary Yards
Patch is compiling its 2018 guide to the Southland's Best Halloween Yard Displays. Submit your yard haunt today.
BEVERLY ART WALK:
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Find everything you'll need to know to prepare for Saturday's Beverly Art Walk at venues throughout Beverly and Morgan Park.
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Learn a little about five artists who will have their work on display Saturday during the Beverly Art Walk.
A hairdresser who noticed a common idea between two of her clients led to the creation of the Beverly Art Walk five years ago.
SOUTHLAND REAL ESTATE:
1950s-Era Bungalow, Finished Basement, Fireplace Hardwood Floors
Huge Sun Room, 2-Car Garage In Quiet Homewood Neighborhood
Renovated 1950s Era Ranch, Open Kitchen, 2 Fireplaces, New Garage
Renovated 1935 Cape Cod, New Kitchen, Hardwood Floors
Bungalow In South Chicago Heights Going For Less Than $100K
Vintage Victorian, 21st Century Amenities, Rolling Greens
Completely Rehabbed Bi-Level, Modern Finishes, Walnut Floors
$775K Home With 4-Car Garage, Private Patio, Master Suite
Custom Ranch, New Kitchen, Bonus Loft Space, Updated Baths

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- Thieves Strike Unlocked Cars Throughout Beverly, Morgan Park
- Not All Retail Thieves Get Away In New Lenox: Blotter
- Power Equipment Worth More Than $500 Stolen: Cops
- Palos Park PD Search For Alleged Cog Hill Purse Thieves
- Person Displays Firearm Outside Home Near LHS: Cops
- Police Need Help Identifying 7-Eleven Robbery Suspect
- Palos Park Woman Receives Creepy 'Sextortion' Email
- DUI Crackdown In Beverly/Morgan Park Saturday Night
- DUI, Retail Thefts: Lemont Arrests
- ID Thief Pawns Jewelry Purchased With Stolen Credit Card: Cops
- Armed Man Who Robbed Store Employee Arrested At Hotel: Cops
- Heroin Deal Made In Front Of Homewood Cops, Police Say
- Liquor Store Clerk Belted With Bottle By Suspected Booze Thief
- Monee Man Cited For DUI During Traffic Stop
- Man Dealt Heroin At New Lenox Train Station: Sheriff
- Wendy's Burglar Busted By New Lenox Police: Cops
- Power Washers, Grill Stolen From Walmart Via Emergency Exit

WORTH A LOOK
- Coffee Shop A Hit After 1 Year In Evergreen Park
- Park Lawn DSP wins Nationwide Contest
- Photo Gallery: Marian Catholic Featured on ABC7 Friday Flyover
- Comedian From Mokena Takes Show On The Road
- Three Awarded Tenure at Prairie State College
- T.P. Fire Department Gives Fire Safety Tips to McAuliffe Students
- Free Coffee At Krispy Kreme Saturday
- Volunteers Needed For Boo Bash, Holiday Happenings In Tinley Park
- Oak Forest Inducts 1981 Couple Into Its Hall of Fame
- District 123 Awarded for Excellence in Communication
- Acorn Library Celebrates its 50th Anniversary with Style
- Survivor Makes Triumphant Return to Run CWC 5K
- Midlothian Post Office Reopens After More Than Year
- Lemont Police Advise Residents To Lock Up To Prevent Burglaries
- State Lawmakers Host Meet And Greet Event At Dan Ryan Pavilion
- St. Christina Alums Sought For New Online Directory
- L-W D210 Adopts $106.6M Budget For 2019
- OQMS Teacher Mrs. Saulys Nominated for Life Changer of the Year
- Saint Mary Mokena to Host Community Oktoberfest Celebration
- New Lenox Fire District Has Great News
- Tinley Park's Citizens Police Academy Accepting Applications
- Detective Visits 3rd Graders At Arbury Hills
- Good Realty Co. Opens In Downtown Lemont
- Oak Forest HS Preps for Annual Colonel Madden Mad Dash
- Town Hall Meeting Planned To Discuss Lemont Home Rule Referendum
- Rubber Duckie Derby Returns For 9th Year At Mt. Greenwood Park
- Allen Twins Double the Joy for Christmas Without Cancer
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