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Injured Teen In Oak Lawn Arrest Video Released To Parents' Custody
The teen injured in a violent arrest by Oak Lawn police captured on a citizen's video leaves Cook County Juvenile Court using a walker.
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Girl Shot In Face Donates To Hospital That Saved Her Life
Now 11, Camryn Cox was 7 when she was shot by her cousin at a family party. Each year, she gives back to the hospital that saved her life.
Abandoned Senior Pup Wins Hearts of 100 Potential Adopters
"Dooby" has a face that apparently many potential mothers could love, as close to a hundred people have inquired about giving him a home.
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Driver Killed In Two-Car Crash In Oak Forest: Police
Police are investigating after one person died in a crash at 159th and Cicero Avenue early Wednesday.
Advocacy Group Questions Flossmoor's Decision To Cancel 'Night Out'
Dr. La'Shawn Littrice issued a statement on behalf of several groups pushing back against the Village's reasoning for canceling the event.
Kia, Hyundai Vehicles Targeted In Recent Thefts: Park Forest Police
It's possible area thefts are related to the social media challenge dubbed "Kia Boyz," which targets specific cars for easy theft.
Tinley Kids' Café Coffee Stand To Close For Season After $1,500 Raised
Friends in Tinley Park took on a summer project, to start a coffee stand and donate proceeds to charity. They've raised more than $1,000.
The storm that passed through the area Wednesday was brief, but the damage it left behind will be long lasting for some New Lenox residents.
Tinley Park HS Alum Headed To Beach Wrestling World Stage
Maren Anderson knew little about beach wrestling when she started this year. Now she's blazed her way onto a bigger stage than she imagined.
The ride benefits the Our Fallen Hero Foundation in Memory of PFC Aaron Toppen, a Mokena resident who was killed in Afghanistan in 2014.
Beth McNamara graduated from the New Lenox high school in 2000. She's now the principal of her alma mater.
The final installment for 2022 of the free outdoor movies at Breidert Green in Frankfort is scheduled for Aug. 10.
Saint Xavier University's 26th annual Golf Classic tees off Aug. 11 at Silver Lake Country featuring golf, beverages, dinner and raffles.
South Suburban Death Notices, Week of August 1
South suburban obituaries and available visitation information.
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