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‘Trying to get answers’: Photos released of clothes like those worn by baby ‘Jane Doe’ in blaze

May 21, 2019 at 9:06 p.m.

In an effort to aid their investigation, Markham police officials released photos of clothing similar to that which was on an infant girl found dead in a vacant home Monday...

Michael McGrone recently resigned as principal of Rich South High School.

Controversial Rich South principal resigns after 2 years on job

May 21, 2019 at 9:06 p.m.

After serving for two years, a controversial principal resigned from Rich South High School in Richton Park. District 227 Interim Superintendent Greg Wright said Michael McGrone turned in his resignation...

Lansing mayor wants sheriff to probe off-duty officer who pinned 15-year-old in confrontation

May 21, 2019 at 9:05 p.m.

Lansing's mayor is asking for the investigation of a white off-duty police officer captured on video pinning a black teen on the ground to be turned over to the Cook...

Forest Preserves K-9 dies after being left in hot patrol car, officials say

May 21, 2019 at 9:05 p.m.

A Cook County Forest Preserves K-9 died June 14 in a patrol car apparently from complications caused by heat exposure, officials said. The K-9, known as Drago, is believed to...

Oak Fest guests visit the entertainment stage at the festival in Oak Forest on July 5, 2015.

Oak Forest celebrates holiday with big festival

May 21, 2019 at 9:05 p.m.

For the 30th year, Oak Forest is celebrating Independence Day with a big festival. Oak Fest, which started Thursday and ends Tuesday, is being held at 159th Street and Central...

Teen detained on video after refusing to follow officer’s orders, Lansing police say

May 21, 2019 at 9:04 p.m.

A white off-duty Lansing police officer detained a black teen after the youth and another minor refused the officer's orders to stay on his property, officials said. The statement by...

New York Mets' Curtis Granderson watches his solo home run in front of Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Austin Barnes during the first inning of a baseball game, Thursday, June 22, 2017, in Los Angeles. Over the past two years, Granderson, who was reared in the south suburbs, contributed more than for $100,000 for renovations to Lynwood's baseball fields at 19801 Lake Lynwood Drive. As a result of the improved facilities, the park meets Little League regulations, which makes it a suitable atmosphere for tournaments.

Lynwood to host regional Little League tournament

May 21, 2019 at 9:02 p.m.

Little League teams from throughout the Midwest will be in a tournament in Lynwood this weekend. The regional "Jamboree," Friday through Sunday, is part of the national Little League's Urban...

Orland Hills ‘Party in the Park’ starts Friday

May 21, 2019 at 9:02 p.m.

For the fifth consecutive year, Orland Hills officials said they are expecting Kelly Park to be packed with thousands of attendants for the "Party in the Park" celebration. The free...

Man charged in connection with University Park drive-by shooting

May 21, 2019 at 9:02 p.m.

A 21-year-old man was charged Wednesday in connection with the shooting of a male in University Park, officials said. D'quan Usher, of University Park, was charged with felony counts of...

Man shot in University Park drive-by

May 21, 2019 at 9:01 p.m.

A 21-year-old man was wounded Sunday during a drive-by shooting in University Park, officials said. The man, who was shot in the head, was transported to St. James Hospital in...

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