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Parents Sue Richards Employee Accused of Peeping on Teen in Locker Room

Federal lawsuit alleges Dist. 218 administrators were aware about other complaints about employee prior to locker room incident.

Additional Charges for 4 Accused in Palos Home Invasion

Four suspects now face an additional count of murder in the death of their accomplice.

Dog Shot in Head Finds New Hope with Rescue Group

Siberian Husky "Gunner" has been through a lot in his 2-3 years, including a gunshot wound that cost him an ear.

Local Veteran Flips Homes, Helps Others Find One of their Own

Frankfort resident starts company aimed at rehabbing homes, giving back to veterans in need.

US News and World Report Ranks Advocate Christ in Top 50 for Heart Care, Gynecology

Advocate Christ Medical Center makes top 50 national list for fifth year in row.

Man on the Run After Shooting Girlfriend

Shooting took place Thursday morning in Country Club Hills.

Beloved Local Hot Dog Joint Up for Sale

Who will buy WoJo's and keep the hot dog, waffle fries, and milkshake traditions alive?

Will Judge Set Tattoo Face Kiddie Porn Guy Free?

The judge said Tattoo Face Kiddie Porn guy’s supposed plot to kidnap a little girl and kill the child’s mother was “irrelevant.”

Centennial Park Aquatic Center Named in Chicago Magazine's 'Best of Chicago 2016'

Leading city publication's editors and readers choose the CPAC as the Best Public Pool.

Alsip Mayor’s Sexual Harassment Lawsuit Settled for $120K

Mayor Patrick Kitching was accused of making unwanted advances toward the village treasurer for years.

McAuley Taps Former Chicago Fire Player as New Soccer Coach

Denny Clanton brings high energy and experience to new varsity coaching role at Mother McAuley.

Former Oak Forest Resident and Injured Police Officer Tells His Life Changing Story After Accident

Jon Rekash, was in a motorcycle accident that left him paralyzed from the chest down. Come hear his story on Sunday August 7.

Palos Heights “Doughs Guys Bakery” Sweetens the Day for Treasure Chest Foundation Volunteers

Pediatric Oncology Treasure Chest Foundation Board Members and Palos Heights “Doughs Guys Bakery” Owner Sean O’Neill (Center))

New Photo Exhibit Celebrates 25 Stories of Lake Katherine

Exhibit part of the park's celebration marking 25 years.

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• Four Arrested after Matteson Home Invasion, Barricade Situation
• Public Defender Says Woman Thought Fake Pot Was Incense
• Manhattan Man Charged in Gun Shop Break-in
• Luggage Thief Packs Razors, Travels Past Walmart Cashiers: Prosecutor
• Palos Park Police Save Man from Heroin Overdose
• Trespassing Transient Told Not to Come Back to Church Property: Cops

ALSO WORTH A LOOK

• Mokena Community Park District Foundation Donates to Help Children and Teens Fighting Cancer
• Christmas Comes Early for Children and Teens Fighting Cancer
• Train Strikes, Kills Man in Blue Island
• Vietnam Vets Invited to Special Welcome Home Concert at Taste of Orland

IN REMEMBRANCE

• South Suburban Death Notices, Week of Aug. 1

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