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Animal Welfare League Director 'No Longer Employed' At Shelter
Animal Welfare League board issues statement announcing that embattled director Linda Estrada is 'no longer employed' at the shelter.
Brush Fire Lasts For Hours In Alsip
The brush fire is over in Alsip, fire officials said.
ALSO: Alsip Brush Fire Possibly Caused By Sparks From Passing Trains
Burbank Woman Scares Off Attacker In Attempted Sex Assault: Cops
Cops said woman was chased down and tackled from behind by a suspect who tried to sexually assault her. Police release composite sketch.
Woman Found Dead In Moraine Valley Campus Restroom
The Cook County Medical Examiner identifies the woman found deceased at Moraine Valley. She's listed as an honors student residing in Tinley Park.
Wendy's In Chicago Heights Robbed At Gunpoint
A man who ordered a frosty at Wendy's left with nearly $300 from the cash register after pulling a gun on an employee.
Worth Girl Fights To Keep Chickens After Mayor Orders Poultry Out
Worth girl battles to keep her pets after mayor gives village chicken owners 45 days to get rid of their backyard poultry.
Kennedy Park Little League Team Accused Of Racism
A parent from a visiting team from West Lawn says their players were referred to as "taco boys" before a game at Kennedy Park on Sunday.
McAuley Choirs To Sing National Anthem Before Sox-Pirates Game
First 500 ticket buyers will receive a White Sox-McAuley special edition hat during Mother McAuley Night May 8 at Guaranteed Rate Field.
Men In Black Take Cash From Chase ATM In Broad Daylight
The FBI is on the lookout for two men who pried opened a Chase Bank ATM in Calumet City and fled with the loot.
Homicide Ruled In Death Of Man Hit By Car In Chicago Heights
A 27-year-old man died after he was struck by a car in Chicago Heights.
Teenager Runs Away From New Lenox, Police Say
If you locate her, please call New Lenox Police.
More Sick Andrew Students Following Prom: School
Lab work is needed to determine if norovirus is the cause of students getting sick following Friday's prom, health officials say.
Overturned Semi At LaGrange, I-80 Needed Cargo Unloaded By Hand
No one was hurt in the crash Friday, and the semi was moved to the shoulder for crews to work, according to state police.
Truck Crashes Into Manhattan Building, Residents Evacuated
A pickup truck crashed into a Manhattan building near Times Square, evacuating residents and sending the driver to the hospital.
Dairy Queen Employee Accused Of Trying To Heist Safe
The judge banned the 21-year-old employee from all Dairy Queens while his case is pending.
Tinley Man Made More Than $200K In UIC Elevator Bribe Scam: Feds
The school's elevator foreman is accused of accepting payouts to steer repair work toward a suburban company, prosecutors said.
State Rep Says Mayor 'Acted Like A Bully' During Gambling Talks
State Rep. Marty Moylan called the Chicago Heights mayor "unprofessional" after the two discussed gambling expansion in Illinois.
SXU Softball Pitcher Strikes Out 20, Takes No-Hitter Into 13th
Allison Golic took a no-hitter into the 13th inning of a 1-0 Saint Xavier University victory.
Papa John's Pizza Tangled Up In New Lenox Lawsuit
The lawsuit was filed Thursday at the Will County Courthouse.
Abuse Victim In Providence Case Needs Your Help
After Plaintiff, Robert Krankvich, came forward with his allegation of abuse April 12, his ongoing struggle with PTSD has worsened.
Manhattan Horse Stable Files Lawsuit
CZ Driving Horses is on South Cedar Road.
Loyalty Day Parade 2018: What You Need To Know
Are you planning to go?
Beverly Breast Cancer Walk 2018: What To Know If You Go
Everything you need to know about the Beverly Breast Cancer Walk before it takes over much of the neighborhood on Mother's Day.
Barack Obama An Honorary Member Of Beverly Country Club
The Beverly Country Club extended an invitation for Barack Obama to join as an honorary member and the former president has accepted.

SOUTHLAND REAL ESTATE:
Log Cabin With Hot Tub Overlooks Wooded Acres In Homewood
2-Car Garage, New Appliances In 1960s-Built Chicago Heights Home
Jacuzzi, Fireplace In 'Rare Find' Blocks From Midway
Newer Condo, Family Room, Balcony, Master Suite, Jacuzzi, Garage
Historic Oak Lawn Home, Stone Fireplace, Widow's Walk, New Baths
Blue Home In Blue Island Has Huge Basement

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