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Self-Storage Drugs / Paroled Brother Attacks / LW210 in Deep Crisis / Granat Murder Case Drags On

Week in Headlines: Mom frets about man in fitting room / Log-rolling in Orland / Underwear strangler / Saint John Paul II statue blessing.

Miss a day, miss a lot. Let's catch up on the week:

Cops Raid Self-Storage Unit, Find Cocaine: Prosecutor

Tinley Park man charged with manufacturing and intent to deliver after Alsip police discover alleged drug operation in storage unit.

Brother Strangles 16-Year-Old Sister While Out on Parole: Prosecutor

Prosecutor said teen lost consciousness.

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Candidate for Open Seat on LW 210 Board Yanks Application

Why one man who applied decided against pursuing a spot on the board.

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National Log Rolling Tournament Coming to Orland Park's Lake Sedgwick

Always wanted to watch a log rolling competition? Now's your chance. Save the date for June 11.

Mother McAuley Celebrates Graduation With Songs, Speeches, Awards

Class of 2016 racks up impressive accomplishments, including combined $34 million in merit scholarships at 303 college institutions.

Boyfriend Accused of Strangling Girlfriend With Her Underwear

Oak Lawn man has other pending charges, including dragging a woman in her car after she caught him having oral sex in it, prosecutors said.

2 FBI Agents Shot During Attempted Arrest of Gang Leader

The FBI was in Park Forest Tuesday morning to serve a warrant when 2 FBI agents were wounded.

Drew Peterson Doesn't Testify as Defense Rests

Closing arguments were scheduled for next week.

Archbishop Cupich to Bless 'Heroic' Statue of St. Pope John Paul II

Blessing will take place at Resurrection Cemetery in Justice on Memorial Day, May 30.

Midway Opens TSA PreCheck Enrollment Center

Enrollment center offers expedited security clearance for travelers considered a low security risk.

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