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Truck Slammed By Train | Man's Lawyer Blasts Sex Assault Accuser's Lawsuit | Week-old Puppies Found Abandoned
ALSO: 'Final thank you' to unclaimed vet | Golden Apple winner | Shoe drive seeks 2,500 pairs | Local biz, Village battle over tax break
Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Thursday, May 21.
Box Truck Struck By Metra Train After Driver Went Around Gate, Tried To Turn Around On Tracks: Metra
The incident happened Wednesday around 10 p.m. at the crossing at Gougar Road and Route 30 in New Lenox, Metra said.
Lawyer For Frankfort Man Charged In Tinley Concert Sexual Assault Blasts Lawsuit Filed By Accuser, Her Family
The attorney balked at his 18-year-old client being called "an adult man" and said video from the venue refutes claims made in the lawsuit.
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1 Dozen Week-Old Puppies, Two Adult Dogs Safe After Abandoned At Harvey Home: Sheriff
The puppies and two adult dogs appeared to have been left at the home when their owner moved, the Cook County Sheriff's Office said Wednesday.
'A Final Thank You': 100 Attend Burial For Unclaimed WWII Vet After Urn Found In Home
Local veterans on Monday issued a call for public support as unclaimed Army veteran Harry Levin was laid to rest. They showed up.
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Tinley Park Apothecary, Village Butt Heads Over Tax Break To Keep Local, Indie Pharmacy Afloat
The business owners were denied renewal of an incentive aimed at helping areas facing "severe economic stagnation."
Shoes Needed: Couple On International Adoption Journey In Final Push To Collect 2,500 Pairs For Those In Need
The couple earns funds per total pounds donated, which will go toward their adoption effort. They're at Gost Coffee May 23 to accept shoes.
OL Spartan Head Varsity Baseball Coach Bill Gerney Notches 200th Win
OLCHS athletic director Jeremey Cryan and the athletic department honored Gerny with a commemorative ball to acknowledge the milestone.
Northwest Teacher Shavon Brewer Recognized With Golden Apple Award
Northwest Elementary School fifth-grade math teacher Shavon Brewer was surprised with a 2026 Golden Apple Award for Excellence in Teaching.
Frankfort Hosts Memorial Day Ceremony
The ceremony will begin at 10 a.m. on May 25 at Breidert Green.
Frankfort Renews 3-Year Agreement For License Plate Reading Cameras
The agreement is for three Flock cameras along Laraway Road.
Romeoville 3rd Of July Fireworks: 2 Simultaneous Shows
Fireworks displays will be held at 9:30 p.m. on July 3 in Romeoville.
Lockport Awards Lead Replacement Project For Final 60 Lead Water Lines
The replacement of the final 60 lead water service lines in the City is well ahead of the federal deadline of 2037.
Deadline To Apply For Moraine Valley Foundation Scholarship Closes At End Of May
Current and prospective students have until May 31 to apply for over 300 scholarships for the 2026-2027 academic year at Moraine Valley.
Orland Park To Honor 13 Names Added To Veterans' Wall In Memorial Day Ceremony
The names will be read aloud during the Village's Memorial Day ceremony on Monday, May 25.
Orland's Centennial Park Aquatic Center Set To Open For Season
Opening date for Orland Park's pool and aquatic center is Saturday, May 23.
Orland Park Lions Club, All Saints Lutheran Church Partnering In Community Blood Drive
Organizers hope at least 21 individuals will sign up to donate at the June 16 event.
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