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Manhattan's Molly Catherine played softball all 4 years at University of Toledo, graduating now with a 3.8 GPA.
Noah McGonigal, of the 8400 block of Dunmore Drive, was arrested Thursday following a lengthy investigation.
New Lenox's Amy Coddington, a paralegal with the National Guard, will graduate soon from ISU, and will become one in the civilian world.
Frankfort couple Rachael Giantomasso and Stephen Giannone have expanded a beloved Frankfort coffee business to New Lenox.
Manhattan police will participate in the May 17 fundraiser for Special Olympics Illinois.
Orland Park police released the results of an increased campaign for distracted driving in April.
The families of former Orland Park officials are concerned about the removal of the men's names from signs on buildings named after them.
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Food Fight: Taco Fest gets another go and "Adult" Movie Nights return to the event schedule in New Lenox.
The village-wide garage sale will be held Friday, June 7 and Saturday, June 8. Registration is open until May 31.
The Tinley Park-Park District is accepting bids for removal of asbestos and other hazardous materials at the Tinley Park property.
Marie Ann Swanson was a longtime member of St. Jude Church in New Lenox and lived in Frankfort at the time of her death April 28.
The event will be held May 4, and will offer a chance to apply for spots in various departments like 911, drone team, K9 unit and more.
The cruise nights roll into town Tuesday nights June 4 through August 27.
Tinley Park Police charged Nathan Grant, of Wheaton, with aggravated arson in relation to the fire set at a Tinley Park Menards store.
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Terence Acquah has been appointed as Homewood's new assistant village manager, officials said Tuesday.
A Midlothian man, 27, was convicted in federal court April 19. He'll be sentenced in September.
Spectators will help pick which entries should win in three award categories at the Sunday, May 5 parade.
Jim Pitcairn, a 61-year resident of New Lenox, will serve as Grand Marshal of this year's New Lenox Loyalty Day Parade on Sunday, May 5.