Palos, IL|News|
Palos Park Police Offer Free Bicycle Helmets For Kids
Police are doing their annual free bike helmet giveaway to Palos Park kids. Pick a helmet up at the Palos Park police station.
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Evergreen Park, IL|News|
Evergreen Park Police Out In Force For Chauvin Verdict
Mayor Jim Sexton said police officers and barricades will be moved in preparation for Derek Chavin verdict.
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Beverly-MtGreenwood, IL|News|
Marist In Hunt For New Head Coach Of Boys Basketball Program
Marist High School is looking for a new head coach to lead the boys basketball program in 2021-2022. Deadline to apply is May 3.
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Oak Lawn|News|
OLCHS Journalism Team Headed TO IHSA Finals
Oak Lawn Community High School strikes gold at sectionals and now headed for the IHSA finals, with 15 student journalists qualifying.
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Oak Lawn|News|
OLCHS Kicks Off Homecoming Week 'Together Again/Apart'
Oak Lawn Community High School celebrates homecoming with a reverse parade, crowning of homecoming court April 23 and football game April 24
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Beverly-MtGreenwood, IL|News|
Last Weekend For Marist's Livestreamed 'Singin' In The Rain'
Grab your umbrella for Marist Theater Guild's livestreamed spring musical "Singin' In The Rain" April 30 and May 1-2.
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Evergreen Park, IL|News|
EP Student Volunteers Invited To Help In Youth Garden Planting
The Evergreen Park Recreation Department is recruiting student volunteers in grades 4-12 to assist in planting the youth garden on May 18.
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Alsip-Crestwood, IL|News|
Sprayfari Pool Passes Are Now On Sale For Summer 2021 In Alsip
The Alsip Park District is planning on the Sprayfari Aquatic Center being open daily this summer pending COVID mitigations.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
7-Year Old Girl Killed Sitting In Car At McDonalds Drive-Thru
Chicago police said the girl was shot sitting in a car with her dad at a West Side McDonald's in what is believed a targeted gang shooting.
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Beverly-MtGreenwood, IL|News|
5 Guns Found In 4 Traffic Stops By 22nd District Police
Chicago police officers from the 22nd District were busy taking guns off the street after finding firearms during separate traffic stops.
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Evergreen Park, IL|News|
MHR Students Congratulate Sox Pitcher Carlos Rodon On His No-No
White Sox hurler Carlos Rodon thought it was pretty cool when Most Holy Redeemer students sent a congratulatory photo on his no-hitter.
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Elmhurst, IL|News|
Rescue Dog Escapes Overnight Foster Home, Last Seen Near I-355
Shelby, a female beagle-shepherd mix, escaped her overnight foster in Addison during rescue transport and was last seen near I-355.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Alsip-Crestwood, IL|News|
D218 Mourns Loss Of Eisenhower Student Killed In Pedestrian Crash
Shaniya Walker, 16, was a junior at Dist. 218's Eisenhower High School in Blue Island.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Tinley Park, IL|News|
Hot Mic Comeback | Political Lip Service | Activists Victory Lap
SOUTHLAND WEEK IN REVIEW: Alderman Saves Choking Man | Video Shows Teen Shot With Hands Up | Best Ramadan Decorations | WC ThunderBolts
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Beverly-MtGreenwood, IL|News|
Marist Names Second New Principal In 2 Years
Former Marist English teacher Meg Mathews Dunneback has been named the new principal of Marist High School.
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Beverly-MtGreenwood, IL|News|
Updated Step Ranch, Dormer, Bonus Room, Finished Basement
This updated step ranch in West Beverly has all new HVAC, a dormer, big family room and an open concept floor plan, priced at $469,900.
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Palos, IL|News|
Stunning Town Home, 2-Story Living Room, Soaker Tub, Pond View
This bright, airy, town home in Palos Heights' Westgate area offer three beds and 3.5 baths, along with a dayight basement, $359,900.
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Palos, IL|News|
Hills Chamber Still Has Slots Open For Community Expo
The Hills Chamber has slots open for small businesses, crafter and direct sales vendors at Business and Community Expo on May 15.
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Oak Lawn|News|
Man Accused Of intentionally Setting House On Fire
Shyra Amonl 33, of Burbank is charged with arson.
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Oak Lawn|News|
Oak Lawn Unveils Street Sign Honoring Joan and Jim Buschbach
Oak Lawn village officials unveil an honorary street sign paying tribute to Joan and Jim Buschbach's six decades of civic contributions.
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