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Driver Fends Off 2 Would-Be Carjackers In Oak Lawn
A driver thwarted an attempted carjacking in Oak Lawn by firing shots at two armed suspects, who fled in a white Dodge Charger.

Bad Blood, A Taylor Swift-Inspired Break-Up Bar Coming Soon To Chicago
A West Loop pop-up gives the broken-hearted and those disengaged by Valentine's

Orland Park Scout Honors Route 30's History With Eagle Scout Pursuit
Jack McDonnell is working to improve the area of a Lincoln Highway historical marker put in place by the Boy Scouts nearly 100 years ago.

Former Suburban Cop, Chicago Heights Man Faces Child Porn Charges
The 37-year-old man viewed sexually explicit images and videos of children as young as 8, according to documents.

Illinois' Starved Rock State Park Among U.S.'s Most Instagrammed
The LaSalle County destination ranked 7th among America's state parks among the top sites that featured photos on the social media platform.

'Right Place, Right Time' As New Lenox Mayor Saves Woman's Life In NYC
New Lenox Mayor Tim Baldermann encountered a woman who had suffered cardiac arrest, and performed chest compressions until medics arrived.

UIC Faculty Strikes, Remains 'Far Apart' From Compensation Agreement
The University of Illinois-Chicago's faculty walked out after late-night negotiations for a new contract fell apart, union reps said.

More Checks Stolen And Washed From Bridgeview Post Office
Three more incidents of check washing were reported by Palos Hills residents who used the mailboxes outside the Bridgeview Post Office.

OMGPD

‘Multiple People’ Captured On Video Exiting Car, Breaking Into House
Man Shot By Off-Duty CPD Officer In Interrupted Robbery Dies: Police
Catalytic Converter Thefts On The Rise In Mokena: Police
‘Grab and Go’ Thieves Hit Speedway Mini-Mart: Cops
2 Men Evade Police In Search By K-9, Drone: Tinley PD
Man, 18, Found Asleep In Stolen Car With Illegal Guns: Park Forest PD
Driver Suffers Minor Injuries After Crashing Into Pole: Tinley PD
Cash, Jewelry Stolen From Palos Hills Home In Ruse Burglary
Chicago Ridge Man Goes On Shopping Spree With 'Found' ATM Card: Cops
Aurora Teen Shot At Homewood Buffalo Wild Wings Dies From Injuries: PD

READING LIST
Worth A Look

Moraine Valley Board Expected To Announce Vacancy Appointees
Garrett Popcorn Opens New Shop At Midway Airport
Hickory Creek Brewing Opens In New Location
That’s A Bold Move
Oak Forest PD Accepting Applications For Citizens Police Academy
Brats To Boil At Orland Grassland Brush Burn, Cleanup Event
Burbank Police Recruiting Entry Level Officers For Immediate Hire
McDonald's In Manhattan 'A Positive Step Forward': Mayor
Zoellner Made 'Lasting Impact' In 19 Years As Mokena Assistant Manager
South Side Fights & Feasts
UChicago Medicine Adds Urgent Care Services To Homewood Location
'Odds And Ends' To Borrow Showcased At Oak Lawn Library ‘Thing Fair’
'Get Behind The Vest' 2023 Pancake Breakfast Returns In Person
Tampa Bay Buc Pat O'Connor Raffles Shoe For Christmas Without Cancer
Retired Mokena Eye Doctor Hopes To Help Others Struggling With Vision
Fireworks As Park District Cancels Theirs After Village Plans Own
Oak Lawn Woman Celebrates The Big 1-0-0
Marist Sets Date For 2023 Southside SummerFest
Hickory Hills Street Fair Seeks Businesses, Vendors, Crafters
Proposed City Ordinance Stiffens Penalties For Assaulting EMS Workers
Moraine Valley Hosts Government And Municipal Hiring Event

IN MEMORIEM

South Suburban Death Notices, Week of January 16
Obituary: MaryAnne Davies
Nancy Lou Czajkowski
Mark C. Garritson
Jacqueline Sikora (nee Franrick) of Worth
Barbara Gabriello

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