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Hi there, Shorewood! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a Shorewood e-bike crash sparked a major safety lawsuit

Also on today's calendar: Annual Storewide Sale and Clearance Event and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What day of the year is trucker's day? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Partly sunny and not as warm, with a high of 76 and low of 63 degrees.
  • Saturday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, temps: high: 76, low: 66.
  • Sunday: A shower and t-storm; humid, with a high of 73 and low of 60 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Shorewood Couple Sues Parent Of Minor In E-Bike Crash That Severely Injured Man (patch.com) — A Shorewood couple has filed a lawsuit after a June e-bike collision in a Shorewood neighborhood left the husband with severe, ongoing injuries and major medical bills. The case highlights the village's specific e-bike rules, parental responsibilities for young riders, and new statewide micromobility safety laws that will tighten age and licensing requirements starting in 2027.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • The Chicago Blues Angels - live on the Outdoor Rooftop —Mike Brick Read on Patch
  • Obituary: Mary Lou Prosise —Fred C. Dames Funeral Home Read on Patch
  • Obituary: Karen Brock (née Andrews) —Fred C. Dames Funeral Home Read on Patch
  • Obituary: Marilyn Beatrice Tarizzo —Fred C. Dames Funeral Home Read on Patch
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🗞 Nearby News

Crest Hill

  • Bleeding Gums Are Not Normal: What Can They Mean? (shawlocal.com)

Manhattan

  • Manhattan Family Continues Fight For Special Needs Daughter's Education In District 114 (patch.com)

Ok Shorewood! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: 10-4, good buddy! (Thank you Jean H. for sending it in!)
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