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Navy Confirms UFOs: Could The Tinley Park Lights Be Real?
The Navy's announcement that objects in a 2017 video are UFOs brings to mind the Tinley Park Lights. See what residents say about them.
Teen's Social Media Threat Shuts Down Dist. 163 Middle School
A social media threat made by a 13-year-old shut down a Park Forest-Chicago Heights District 163 school. Students are safe, officials said.
Judge Busts Orland Park Police Pot Bust
Judge finds no probable cause to detain three of five suspects arrested in Crestwood pot bust; "reluctantly" sets bail for other two.
ALSO: Orland Park Police Nab 5 Men In Early Morning Drug Bust
'I Just Want Her To Be Safe At School:' Mom Stands Up To D157-C
A Frankfort mom has turned to the community after her daughter has faced bullying in D-157C.
Bandit Passes Note To Teller, Robs Countryside Bank: Police
Burbank police said the suspect did not display a weapon after slipping teller a note demanding money.
New Lenox Mayor Opposes Allowing Recreational Marijuana Facility
The village will hold a public hearing about recreational marijuana on Oct. 21 at village hall.
Theft Ring Busted In Markham, $1 Million In Goods Found
Investigators said they found nearly $1 million in stolen goods hidden in the storage facility used by those in a retail theft ring.
Oak Lawn Teen Charged In Fatal Evergreen Park Shooting
Judge detains Nicholas Hernandez, 17, without bail who is accused of gunning down an Evergreen Park man in a drug deal gone bad.
Target Holding Seasonal Hiring Event In Crestwood
Looking for a side gig or putting some jingle in your pocket over the holidays? Target in Crestwood is hosting a hiring event Sept. 20-22.
$799K Home With Walk-In Pantry, Koi Pond And Waterfall
This Lemont home has six bedrooms, four full and one half bath.
This Flossmoor House Offers Victorian Charm With Modern Luxury
Can you say "wow"? This lovely Victorian mansion offers beauty and luxury in quiet Flossmoor.
Queen of Martyrs Fest 2019: What You Need To Know
We've rounded up the most important details of the 2019 Martyrs Fest, Sept. 20 to Sept. 22.
Your 2019 Beverly Art Walk Survival Guide
Everything you need to know about the Beverly Art Walk, which returns to several locations in Beverly/Morgan Park on Saturday, Sept. 21.
ALSO: DUI Crackdown Planned In Beverly/Morgan Park After Art Walk

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• Fake Turkish Rug Salesman Scams Senior: Cops
• Car Burglaries, DUI: New Lenox Police Reports
• Child Luring Attempt Reported Near Southwest School
• 2 Dolton Residents Charged With Orland Mail, Identity Theft
• Nursing Home Employee Swipes Visitors Credit Cards: Police
• Teen Stabbed During Fight In Homewood
• Suspect Charged In String Of Mt. Greenwood Burglaries
• Domestic Battery, Speeding: Lemont Arrests
• 2 Charged In Best Buy Burglary, Warrant Issued For Third Suspect
• Bald Man Sought In Child Luring Attempt: Cops
• Burbank Man Accused Of Hog-Tying Pharmacist Denied Bond: SAO

READING LIST

WORTH A LOOK

• Tinley Inches Closer To Bringing Racino To Village
• D124 Teachers Union Files Intent To Strike Notice
• Bremen Teachers Rally Amid Tough Contract Negotiations
• Win A Seat On The Frozen Express
• Orland Leaders' Ethics Questions Persist While Village Fixes Code
• Orland Township Seniors Have a Groovy Time at 70’s Dinner Dance
• New Lenox Village Board To Discuss Recreational Marijuana
• NAWS Adoptable Pet Of The Week: Sammie
• Home Decor Super Store At Home Opens In Crestwood
• Lincoln-Way Students Participate In Argonne Exemplary Student Research Program
• Orland Park Police Department’s K9 Maverick to get vest donation
• Forest Preserve Plans Volunteer Work Days In Mokena
• Country Western Casino Fundraiser Planned At Kopping Farms
• Tinley's Park District Hosts Its Fall Fest Saturday
• Tinley Park Church to host Moon Watch Party on Friday October 4,
• Lemont Residents Raise Awareness about Prostate Cancer
• Mokena Fire District Receives $196K Grant For New Equipment
• Dist. 218 Offers Free Self-Defense Class

IN MEMORIAM

• South Suburban Death Notices, Week of September 16

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