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July 4 Fireworks Guide 2022: Where To See Them In Illinois
Here's where you can see Independence Day fireworks in Chicago and the suburbs, plus parades, concerts and more.

Chicago Mayoral Hopeful Willie Wilson Plans $2 Million Gas Giveaway
Chicago mayoral candidate Willie Wilson will give away $2 million in free gas at Chicago, suburban and Indiana gas stations July 9.

Casten Gets Democratic Nod, Newman Pledges Support: IL Primary 2022
Sean Casten beats Marie Newman in the incumbent vs. incumbent Democratic primary in the redrawn Illinois 6th Congressional District.

Postgame Treats, A Tired Bulldog And A Sunset Reflection: IL In Photos
This week's photo roundup from across Illinois.

All-Male Mount Carmel High School To Consider Becoming Coeducational
Should school leaders decide to make Mount Carmel coed, female students will be accepted in fall 2023. Decision expected in August.

Mayor Lightfoot Drops F-Bomb On Supreme Court Judge Clarence Thomas
Lightfoot's comments were in response to Justice Thomas' suggestion that overturning Roe v. Wade could be used to ban gay marriage.

5 Illinois Hot Dog Stands Make Google List Of Top Dogs In U.S.
From Chicago-style hot dogs to corn dogs and classic varieties in between, these stands and hot dog carts made their mark with reviewers.

The Untold Story Of Beverly Miles' Ignored Campaign For IL Governor
KONKOL COLUMN: Miles said Pritzker was willing to make her "homeless and hungry" to run unopposed. Instead, she "exposed his weakness."

Pets May Be Less Terrified July 4th, As Indiana Firework Sales Fizzle
While fewer fireworks may be getting blown off this year, you still need to prepare your fireworks-hating pets for the 4th of July.

Jackson Gets Dem Nod: IL Primary 2022
Jackson led a field of 17 Democrats fighting for Illinois' 1st Congressional District seat, while two Republicans remained in a tight race.

Orland Park Mayor Keith Pekau Wins Republican Primary For IL-06
NBC projected Pekau to win the spot Tuesday night. Pekau will run against projected Democrat winner Sean Casten.

Real Estate

Wow House: Entertainer's Dream Home In New Lenox
Updated Vintage 1915 Home, Shaker Cabinets, 2 Fireplaces, Den/Loft
Wow House: Beautiful Brick Home With Serene Pond Views In Manhattan
Wow House: Victorian-Style Frankfort Mansion Is Loaded With Upgrades
Wow House: Make This Furnished Mokena Castle Your Home For $1.5M
Rare Alsip Town Home Features Many Updates, New Bath, Hardwood Floors

OMGPD

Robbers Disarm Security Guard, Shoot Employee At Jewelry Store: OLPD
Chicago Police Officer 'Ambushed' On City's Near West Side: Police
2 Killed, 3 Injured In Early-Morning Shooting In Chicago Loop: Police
Police Charge New Lenox Man With Dissemination of Child Pornography
2 Members Of 'Organized Crime Ring' Caught After Orland Park Hit: OPPD
Frankfort Sex Offender Charged With Possessing Child Pornography: Feds
Sauk Village Man Charged In Stabbing, Robbery At Homewood Mod Pizza

READING LIST
Worth A Look

Frankfort Bluegrass Festival To Return July 9-10, Extra Stage Added
Mokena Officials Break Ground At Site Of New Police Station
Hold Onto Your Hot Dogs: Eating Contest Set For July 4 At Mokena VFW
Midlothian Burger King Closed After Roof Fire Severely Damages Inside
Mokena Honors First Responders With Life Saving Awards
Chicago Pizzerias Are 2022's Best, Italian Pizza Experts Say
Frankfort Park District: Lakeview South Pond Update
4th School Coming To Manhattan After Voters Back Referendum
NAWS Pet Of The Week: Betsy
531 EPCHS Students Qualify for Spring 2021-2022 Honor Roll
Palos 118 PFA Makes $22,000 Donation for Tech Upgrades

IN MEMORIEM

South Suburban Death Notices, Week of June 27
Priest With Ties To Mt. Greenwood, Palos, Oak Lawn Parishes Dies At 71
Resident Incarnation Priest, Msgr. R. George Sarauskas, Dies At 77
Daniel J. Fleming

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