In the Rear View: Going Bananas, Helping Young Cancer Patients And Fencing Classes
We look back at a week of police contract news, police maybe breaking burglary ring, House of Brides moving, Drew Peterson being found guilty and the village planning a media blitz for its tax rebate program.
MONDAY
Comings & Goings: Halloween Stores Return
Halloween stores return, Miroballi Shoes is holding a clearance sale as the business gets ready to move into its permanent location, Buona Beef is under construction.
Former Olympian teaching fencing classes at Cultural Center
Instructor wants unusual sport to grow in south suburbs and let students and parents know that fencing is safe swordplay.
TUESDAY
'A Peeling' New Cafe in Orland Park: Blissful Banana
Three concepts in one is a sure way for any guest to try something different at new cafe that opened earlier this year.
3 Women Charged With Stealing From Sandburg High School
Three women will appear in court later this month on charges they stole $10,000 from Sandburg High School's cashier's office. All of the money was recovered.
WEDNESDAY
Erin’s AIMM for Change To Hold 6th Annual Walk and Run
Orland Park family holds annual event to raise money for scholarships to honor memory of daughter killed by a drunk driver.
Texas-based supermarket announces opening date for new store in the former Borders bookstore on LaGrange Road
THURSDAY
Treasure Chest Expands to Send More Toys to Young Cancer Patients
The Pediatric Oncology Treasure Chest helps children fighting cancer deal with the pain that comes in the treatment for their illness.
Breaking News: 1st West Nile Death Reported in Suburban Cook County
The elderly person lived in the county's southern district, health officials said.
FRIDAY
WGN’s Skip Parker To Headline Orland Township’s Dancing With The Senior Stars
In the style of ABC’s “Dancing with the Stars,” the Orland Township Scholarship Foundation is hosting “Dancing with the Senior Stars,” a dinner dance competition and fundraiser.
Chicago Man Convicted For Touching Himself At Centennial Park Pool
Man was arrested in June after pool patrons and staffers said they saw him fondling himself.
SATURDAY
43 Suspected Latin Kings Charged in Drug-Trafficking Investigation
Men from Lemont, Joliet, New Lenox and Orland Hills were among 43 charged in state and federal drug trafficking investigations that targeted distribution of cocaine, heroin and marijuana in Chicago and the south suburbs.
Court Watch: Former State Trooper Denied Bail on Murder Charge
Also, the owner of a Tinley Park animal rescue and sanctuary is found guilty on eight violation of owner's duties charges.
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