In the Rear View: Court Drags and Party Moves

MONDAY

Orland Park trustees also discussed getting the word out on a possible tax rebate, though when the rebate will come and for how much it will be hasn’t been decided on yet.

Take a look at all the fun had during the 2012 Orland Days Festival in our 100+ photo gallery, with videos. Add your own pictures of the revelry too.

TUESDAY

The public got its first taste Monday night of Ken Brucki, a veteran firefighter and teacher, when he was sworn in as the new Orland Fire Protection District fire chief.

PAWS Animal Shelter in Tinley Park is on the prowl for homes for five puppies that won't be small for long. At around 3 months old, they are already tipping the scales at about 30 pounds.

WEDNESDAY

This September marks the two-year anniversary of the shooting death of an Orland Park mother and teacher. Her husband, Allan Kustok, has remained in custody ever since.

Police found an Orland Park man unloading a van full of items stolen from area homes, including an American flag.

Chicago sports luminaries came to 94 West last week to raise money for the Pediatric Oncology Treasure Chest Foundation, and had some fun in the process.

THURSDAY

Steven E. Reynolds, of unincorporated Hinsdale, has faced two brief status hearings since he pleaded not guilty in March, as his case moves toward trial.

FRIDAY

Despite impassioned speeches about opening up the Illinois GOP, the Platform and Resolutions Committee voted against sending the return of direct elections for state committeemen to the floor. Read our live blog transcript for more details.

Mackey’s Pub will hold its grand opening in Orland Park all day Saturday with food and drink specials, and a live performance from Stellar Road.

SATURDAY

For the first time in history, the Illinois Republican convention has made its way to Tinley Park.