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Oak Lawn Community High School Mourns Senior Who Died Of COVID-19
Andy Washack was "the kind of kid you wanted in your high school. Andy was kind and funny, and had a big heart," OLCHS principal recalls.

First Case Of Brazilian Coronavirus Variant Identified In Chicago
A Chicagoan was found to have contracted the COVID-19 P.1 variant, which may spread more easily and be resistant to coronavirus antibodies.

IL Dems Back Away From Governor Who Makes Waves, Backs Losers
KONKOL COLUMN: As the Illinois Democratic Party moves on from rookie Gov. Pritzker's failed attempts to play boss, will voters do the same?

More Charges Filed Against Former Timberline Knolls Counselor: PD
Jacksa is already facing a total of 62 charges from six cases, including criminal sexual assault and criminal sexual abuse, police said.

Bridge To Healing: Mom Honors Legacy Of Daughter Lost To Opioids
BreAna Betancourt-Esquivel was just 25 when she lost her life to addiction. Her mother wants to help others learn to heal.

Sky Zone Sues Orland Park And Reopens After License Revocation
The trampoline park has opened again after the Circuit Court of Cook County granted an emergency order to the business Tuesday.

OLCHS Junior Jeremy Gravelle Shatters 47-Year-Old Diving Record
Oak Lawn Community High School diver shatters record set in 1974, as well as a Stagg diving record.

Wow! Houses

Expanded Georgian, Breakfast Bar, Family Room, Newer Baths, Deck
Rehabbed A-Frame, Jacuzzi, Horse Barn, Soothing Koi Pond
Spacious Top Floor Condo, Wrap Around Balcony, New Flooring
Convenient Ranch, Family Room, Remodeled Kitchen, Oak Cabinets
Largest Model, Chef's Kitchen, Master Suite, Family Room, Deck

OMGPD

Chicago Man Out On Bond Arrested Again For Dealing Heroin: Police
Body of Missing Attorney Found Near Forest Preserve Golf Course
Online Tip Leads To Child Porn Charges For New Lenox Man: Sheriff
Burglars Take $8K, Diamond Engagement Ring in Break-In: Cops
Fake Customer Service Rep Scams Palos Resident Out Of $100
Burglars Take $8K, Diamond Engagement Ring in Break-In: Cops
11-Year-Old Girl Caught In Crossfire Shot In Face At Gas Station
2 Saved From Overdosing On Heroin With Naloxone: Cops
Guns Drawn, But No Shots Fired At Chicago Ridge Mall: Cops
Alsip Man Among 11 USPS Employees Accused Of Stealing Mail
Fire Destroys Detached Garage In Lemont: Fire District
Women Distracted Employees, Stole Purses And Wallets: Police
Neighbor Saves Family From House Fire In Tinley Park

READING LIST
Worth A Look

Marist Students Take Virtual Polar Plunge For Special Olympics
Hills Chamber Community Expo Returns In May As Outdoor Event
LHS Captures Three Matches At 2021 IHSA Chess State Finals
Lemont Junior Woman's Club Offers College Scholarship
LHS Speech Team Earns Two Medals At State Finals
36,401 Fully Vaccinated Against Coronavirus In Will County
8th Grader To Represent Matteson In South Cook Area Spelling Bee
Joyce advances bill to protect children’s lemonade stands
District 33C Principal Named Golden Apple Finalist
Homewood Votes Against Recommending Rezoning Former Country Club
Student Council, Lions Club Collects Over 3,000 Pairs Of Socks
Fry The Coop Is 'Flocking' Opening On Tuesday In Tinley Park
Frosted Donuts Celebrates Tinley Park After Successful Year
Orland Park Woman Celebrates 99th Birthday
Oak Lawn Brothers Team Up to Help Kids with Cancer
Shepard students advance to BPA nationals
Richards students advance to BPA nationals
Shepard PE teacher running 4x4x48 to fund a scholarship

IN MEMORIEM

Obituary: Frances Lebensorger
Obituary: Jeannette H. MacNichol
Russell J. Hanert
Irene T. Burdzy (nee Koziacki)
Raymond G. Johnson
Diana C. Kucharzak
Obituary: Maria Lee Lyons

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