Brush Fire Smolders | RIP Lt. Kouski | Bank Robber Confesses

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Bank Robber Confesses After Smoking Cigarette: FBI
Feds said the Chicago man confessed to 2019 US Bank robbery in Matteson after he was allowed a cigarette break during interrogation.

Residents Honor Fallen Hometown Police Officer At Procession
Residents pay tribute to fallen Hometown police officer Lt. James Kouski Jr. on his final pass down Southwest Hwy. Watch the video.

• Driver In DUI Crash That Killed Hometown Cop Held On $1M Bail
• Hometown Cop Fatally Struck By Car Investigating Accident: Police

Brush Fire Smoldering For Days Near Lemont, Homer Glen: Village
The Northwest Homer Fire Protection District has responded numerous times to address the fire, the Village said.

Chicago Preps For Protests Over Video Of Police Shooting Teen
Ald. Lopez says Chicago Police Supt. David Brown is sticking to "tired and ineffective policies of protecting people" amid civil unrest.

McLaughlin Concedes, Keith Pekau Wins Orland Park Mayoral Race
"Thank you again to everyone who supported us in this fight. Serving as your mayor will always be one of the greatest honors of my life."

Is Pritzker Steering School COVID-19 Testing Contracts To U of I?
Emails show Pritzker administration kept tabs on U of I's less costly testing competitor before forbidding federal reimbursements.

Midlothian Drivers Facility Closed: Employee COVID-19 Positive
The facility will remain closed until April 20.

Homewood-Flossmoor Senior Receives ‘Complete Your Journey’ $40K Scholarship
Senior Arjun Patel earned the scholarship along with 24 other high school seniors from around the country.

Wow! Houses

Bright, Spacious Ranch On Half Acre, Family Room, Hardwood Floors
Contemporary Home, Loft, Pool, Deck, Fireplace, Finished Basement
Beverly's Iconic Horton Mansion On The Market for $1.275M
Beautiful Home For Sale In Chicago Heights
Brand New To The Market: House For Sale In Oak Forest
Stunning WOW-House For Sale In Homewood

OMGPD

EP Man Shared Baby And Toddler Sex Assault Videos On Kik: Cops
Creep Bothering Young Girl Triggers Community Alert
Homeowner Shoots Man In Back Yard, Claims Self Defense: Cops
DUI, Leaving The Scene: Lemont Police Reports
13-Year-Old Struck By Bullet In Car: Homewood Police

READING LIST
Worth A Look

Uber Requires New Identity Verification to Ensure Drivers Safety
Ascend Opens Adult Use Marijuana Store In Chicago Ridge
Palos Tax Preparer Accused Of COVID Loan Fraud
Major Construction Projects Coming to Kane and DuPage Counties
Old Quarry Announces Second Trimester Honor Roll
D113A Superintendent Thanks Community For Support Of Referendum
Chick-Fil-A Traffic Expected To Subside With New Drive-Thru Lane
Gorgeous Orland Park House With New Kitchen For Sale
Paul O'Grady Backed Orland Township Together Slate Wins Election
Orland Park Approves Free Summer Events For Veterans
Aqua Lounge Liquor License Suspended For 30 Days
Unplug from Technology and Break the Screen Habit!
Dead Fish Are Littering The Shore At Rock Run Preserve — Here's Why
Moraine Valley Instructor Named Teacher Of The Year By Illinois Adult Education Association
Spartans Earn IHSA Scholastic Achievement Awards For Winter Sports
EPCHS Art Students Win Big at SSC Regional Art Exhibit

IN MEMORIEM

Obituary: Keli Ann Hollis
Obituary: Olga Schmidt
Audrey R. Gerson (nee Ponx)
Rosemary Russert Walsh
Ethelreda M. Neis

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