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Arrest In Fatal Crash | 6 Indicted In $19M Health Care Fraud | Man Sent Explicit Texts To Kids: PD
ALSO: Guilty plea in Medicaid fraud | Blue Ribbon school named | $1.8M lotto win | New bloodhound K9 cop | $4.6M COVID fund fraud
Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Thursday, Oct. 22.
Bolingbrook Woman Facing Reckless Homicide, DUI Charges From Fatal May Crash: Police
A Romeoville man was killed in the crash.
New Lenox Man Among 6 Indicted for Alleged $19 Million Health Care Fraud Scheme: U.S. Attorney
The six involved submitted fraudulent claims for "patients" over 15 years, then skimming the funds for themselves.
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Romeoville Man Sent Explicit Texts To Children He Met At Walmart, Later Offered Them Alcohol: Police
The investigation started in March when a Plainfield school resource officer contacted the sheriff's office.
Romeoville Woman Pleads Guilty In Medicaid Fraud Case: Attorney General
Yohanna Tab, 57, pleaded guilty in Will County Circuit Court to one count of Class 2 felony fraud.
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Ex-Illinois State Subcontractor Charged In Scheme To Defraud $4.6M In COVID Unemployment Funds
The federal complaint alleges a Chicago woman and co-defendant modified 471 applicants' wage histories to gain $4.7M in unemployment funds.
Downtown Frankfort Businesses Team Up For Fashion Show To Kick Off Holiday Shopping
The second annual Styles and Strikes Fashion Show is set for Nov. 5.
Bolingbrook Elementary School Earns Governor's Blue Ribbon Award
The school earned recognition for its high-performing academic achievements.
Get The Facts About The Moraine Valley Community College Referendum Saturday At Palos Heights Library
The League of Women Voters Palos-Orland will host an info session on the MVCC bond referendum on Sat., Oct. 24 at the Palos Heights Library.
Palos Heights District 128 Puts Limiting Rate Referendum On Nov. 3 Ballot To Close Budget Deficit
The referendum would generate approximately $2.4 million in recurring operating revenue due to 28 percent increase in student enrollment.
IL Lottery Online Player Wins $1.8 Million FastPlay Jackpot In Progressive Ultimate Diamond Game
The life-changing $1.8 million win is the second largest prize this year. The Illinois Lottery winner has one year to collect their prize.
Inclusivity Leads Way As Orland's RISE Organization Packs 55K Participant Bags For '26 Chicago Marathon
RISE org. is focused on inclusivity and providing employment opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Orland PD Brings On Specialized Bloodhound K9 Officer
K9 Officer Joie will specialize in locating missing persons and tracking suspects, the Village said.
15 Years Later, Duo's Passion & Dedication Keep Manhattan Family Chiropractic Thriving
Kristy Byers-Hillary and Dr. Brian Hillary this month celebrated nearly 2 decades in business in downtown Manhattan.
Lots Of Spooky Fun Friday At Palos Park's Halloween On The Village Green
Candy, colorful booths, costume contest and a hike down a spooky trail planned for Friday, Oct. 23, on the Palos Park Village Green.
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