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The Southland's top stories for Thursday, Feb. 5.
The Southland's top stories for Thursday, Feb. 5. (Mary Compton/Patch)

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Thursday, Feb. 5.


Manhattan Man, 44, Had Hidden Camera In Bathroom At New Year's Eve Party, Recorded Kids & Adults: Police

Jonathan Wisniewski was arrested on felony charges of unauthorized video recording on Wednesday, Feb. 4.


1 Dead After Vehicle Struck By Amtrak Train Near Lemont: Reports

The incident happened Wednesday afternoon.

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Suspect In Momence Bar Owner's Slaying Was On Bond In Indiana, Waives Extradition To Illinois

Julius E. Burkes Jr., 47, will remain in Indiana until court proceedings on his prior charge are complete, a judge said Wednesday.


Juvenile Charged After Bringing Gun To Homewood-Flossmoor High School: Police

Officials said the gun was found Friday, Jan. 16, and prompted a hard lockdown at the school.

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'Closing Jedi's Was A Hard Decision,' Owner Says Of Popular Oak Lawn Family Restaurant

Following weeks of speculation, Tom Papadopoulos announced he is retiring and closing his popular family restaurant, Jedi's Garden.


ID Theft Victim ‘Never Went To Sanford Brown University:' Palos Hills Police

The Palos Hills resident received a notification that they were behind on their student loan payments, reports said.


The MuSic Movement MS Benefit Stars 90s Grammy Award Winners Everclear And Ron Burgundy's

The MuSic Movement benefit to rock out MS forever features music, appetizers, open bar and raffles Saturday, Feb. 7, at 115 Bourbon Street.


Oak Forest 'Church Ladies' Ready With Pierogi Ahead Of Valentine's Day

The "Church Ladies Test Kitchen" at Lutheran Church of the Resurrection will hold a one-day sale on Saturday, Feb. 7.


Chipotle, 7 Brew Coming To Flossmoor: Village

Construction is expected to begin in the spring, with openings projected for the fall, officials said.


Lockport Approves $327K Alternative Water Source Study

The study won't be finished until next year.


State Rep. La Ha's Bill Expands Domestic Violence Law

The bill seeks to include "coercive control" and nonphysical abuse under domestic violence laws.


Frankfort Chophouse Opening Thursday

The much-anticipated restaurant is opening its doors this week.

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