Alsip-Crestwood, IL|News|
Drive-Thru COVID-19 Testing Center Opens In Crestwood
Alzein opens a drive-thru COVID-19 testing center at the Crestwood Civic Center providing test results within 48 hours.
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Beverly-MtGreenwood, IL|News|
Kevin Dowling Scholarship Fund Plans Drive-By Toy Drive
Come meet Santa and drop off a new toy on Dec. 5 at the 21st annual Kevin Dowling Christmas Is For Kids Toy Drive at 115 Bourbon Street.
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Chicago, IL|News|
Most 2020 Homicides So Far Due To Gun Violence: Medical Examiner
The Cook County Medical Examiner confirmed 902 homicides so far in 2020, 810 of which were attributed to gunshot wounds.
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Oak Lawn|News|
OLCHS Theater Program Stages Virtual Variety Show 'All Masked Up'
Oak Lawn Community High School's Theater Program presents a virtual variety show 'All Masked Up' on Dec. 2, featuring skits and music.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Lipinski Staff Member Zac Plantz Dies In Thanksgiving Car Crash
"The world has lost an incredible young man whose life was tragically cut too short,” Congressman Dan Lipinski said.
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Alsip-Crestwood, IL|News|
Blue Island Police Taking Applications For Eligibility List
Blue Island police are establishing an eligibility list for immediate openings. Application deadline is Dec. 14.
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Beverly-MtGreenwood, IL|News|
Man Shot and Killed In Grocery Store Parking Lot In Morgan Park
Chicago police believe the shooting may be gang-related and that the man was targeted.
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Palos, IL|News|
Palos Park Police Cadets Collecting Food For Hungry Neighbors
Police cadets are collecting non-perishable food items through Jan. 1 for the Palos Township Food Pantry.
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Palos, IL|News|
Double Homicide Unsolved | Streak Ends | Breaking Barriers
SOUTHLAND WEEK IN REVIEW: | 131 Illinoisans Die Of COVID-19 On Thanksgiving | Best Christmas Displays Sought | WOW! Houses
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Oak Lawn|News|
Richards 2020 Grad Dies In Accident, GoFundMe Set Up For Family
A GoFundMe campaign has been set up for the family of former Richards High School wrestler Rocco Palumbo, who died Nov. 25.
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Alsip-Crestwood, IL|News|
Cop Injured While Investigating Accident Released From Hospital
Crestwood police officer suffered severe head trauma when he was hit by a car while investigating an accident is recovering at home.
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Oak Lawn|News|
Best Christmas Displays Sought For The 2020 Patch Tour o' Lights
Do you have the best Christmas decorations in town? Send us photos and a description for Patch's 2020 tour o' lights.
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Palos, IL|News|
Dedicated Moraine Valley Employee Recognized With Veterans Award
Mary Adkins receives a service award for her veterans advocacy by the National Association of Veterans Programming Administrators.
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Alsip-Crestwood, IL|News|
Mayor Presta Protects Holiday Package Deliveries From Plunderers
Don't risk having your holiday package deliveries swiped off your porch. Ship them to the Crestwood Police Department through Dec. 22.
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Oak Lawn|News|
Time Running Out To Win A Bundle In Park Lawn's Winter Blast
Purchase a bundle of tickets and support adults with developmental disabilities in Park Lawn's Winter Blast Drawing. Only 600 will be sold.
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Evergreen Park, IL|News|
7-Eleven Employee Conked In Head During Armed Robbery: Police
Evergreen Park police said the employee was pistol whipped and that the suspect fled with unknown amount of cash and cigarettes.
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Beverly-MtGreenwood, IL|News|
Ald. O'Shea Votes No To 2021 Pandemic Budget And Tax Levy
Ald. Matt O'Shea tells residents he voted against property tax hike and budget because it called for eliminating 600 police positions.
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Palos, IL|News|
Moraine Valley Waives Placement Test Fees For First 750 Students
Moraine Valley is temporarily waiving the placement test fee for the first 750 new students who complete testing for spring 2021 semester.
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Palos, IL|News|
Palos Park PD Plans DUI Patrols, Rides Home Over Thanksgiving
Palos Park police don't know if COVID-19 stay-at-home order will cut down on Black Wednesday celebrants.
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Evergreen Park, IL|News|
EP Chamber Kicks Off 'Keep The Green In Evergreen' Holiday Raffle
The Evergreen Park Chamber of Commerce kicks off a holiday business raffle Nov. 28 featuring weekly prize packages valued at $1,000.
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