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Country Herald

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Northwest Indiana Snow Alert: Lake Effect Possible Nov. 12–13

Northwest Indiana could see its first snowflakes as temperatures fall into the 20s and 30s by Friday.

Indiana · 5h

fox32chicago.com

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Construction flagger critically injured in crash near Palos Park

PALOS PARK, Ill. - A 34-year-old construction flagger was critically injured in a crash Monday morning on Archer Avenue near Parker Road, according to the Palos Park Police Department. What happened. What we know:. The Palos Park Police Department is investigating a crash involving a construction flagger that occurred on...

Palos Park, IL · 6h
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NBC Chicago

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New kind of DMV opens in south suburbs, and it's different than typical facilities

A new, permanent DMV is now open in the south suburbs, and this facility is a little different from others. The 8,700-square-foot facility in Orland Hills, dubbed a DMV+, is a "one-stop destination" for driver and vehicle services, along with a number of other offerings that would otherwise require a trip to Secretary of State facilities in Springfield or Chicago.

Orland Hills, IL · 9h
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hoodline.com

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Illinois Man Gets 45 Years for Beating Gary Liquor Store Customer to Death

Lewis, an Illinois man, was sentenced to 45 years in prison, with none of the term suspended to parole, after pleading guilty to killing 52-year-old Shantwoin Jones outside a Gary liquor store. Jones died from blunt-force trauma after being attacked with a tree branch behind Economy Package Liquors at 5150 Broadway, according to a report.

Gary, IN · 1d
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WGN News

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Conviction in nearly 60-year-old Calumet City cold case murder

A jury found James Barbier guilty in the 1966 death of 18-year-old Karen Snider.

Calumet City, IL · 2h

familydestinationsguide.com

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This Illinois Seafood Restaurant Is Known Far And Wide For Its Incredibly Fresh Fried Fish

Some restaurants earn their reputation quietly, one perfectly fried piece of fish at a time, and The Fish Keg in Chicago has been doing exactly that for longer than most food trends have existed. If you haven’t heard of The Fish Keg yet, that’s about to change. The...

Chicago, IL · 2d

WATE

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WATCH: Off-duty troopers help rescue pregnant woman after crash in Indiana

An expectant mother is out of the hospital and recovering well after a husband and wife, both Indiana State Police troopers, and bystanders jumped into action Sunday following a rollover crash.

Roselawn, IN · 2d

The Financial Wire

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A Chicago courier who came for $73,620 in gold coins from an elderly Grimes, Iowa couple got probation and an $83,763 restitution order after a state sting

A 28-year-old Chicago man who showed up at an elderly Grimes, Iowa, couple’s home to collect a lockbox of gold coins worth $73,620 has been sentenced to probation and ordered to pay the couple $83,763.42 in restitution, the Iowa Insurance Division says. Ali Mohammed Murtuza Syed was arrested in an undercover sting while an extortion... The post A Chicago courier who came for $73,620 in gold coins from an elderly Grimes, Iowa couple got probation and an $83,763 restitution order after a state sting appeared first on The Financial Wire .

Grimes, IA · 2d

myfamilytravels.com

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This Indiana Shrine Has an Outdoor Walk Through the Life of Jesus, Complete With Life-Size Scenes

You can pull up a chair at a life-size Last Supper table here. Then you can keep walking and step right into an empty tomb. That alone made me stop scrolling. Forty life-size bronze sculptures line a winding, paved path. Each scene has a button you can press to hear a short story and meditation.

St John, IN · 2d

Fox 32 Chicago

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$28 million verdict after doctors failed to perform C-section

Attorney Stephen Blecha discusses a $28 million Cook County jury verdict for a Bellwood family whose son suffered severe birth injuries after doctors failed to perform a C-section despite repeated warning signs.

Cook County, IL · 5h

Secret Chicago

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Chicago’s crown jewel of pan pizza just earned another national nod—thanks to its legendary caramelized crust

Chicago hardly needs another reason to defend its pizza credentials. But we’ll happily take this one. Pequod’s Pizza—the local favorite known for that exquisite ring of caramelized cheese —has been named Illinois’ pick in Food & Wine’s “50 States of Award-Winning Pizza.” And while the national recognition is nice, the real draw is waiting around the edge of the pan. What makes Pequod’s crust so special? At Pequod’s, you don’t leave the crust behind. As Food & Wine explains, t he pizzeria places a ring of mozzarella around the inside edge of the pan. As the pizza bakes, that cheese caramelizes, creating the signature rim that sets these pies apart . A deeply browned cheese surrounds a generously topped Chicago-style pizza. The menu starts with a cheese pizza, with toppings available so you can build your own order. Sausage, pepperoni, mushrooms, giardiniera, and more are among the options—but that caramelized edge is something you’ll be thinking about long after you’ve finished the meal. Why Food & Wine picked Pequod’s Food & Wine assembled its state-by-state guide using existing accolades, including international pizza competitions, restaurant rankings, local journalism, and readers’ choice awards. For Pequod’s, the magazine points to two major wins:

Chicago, IL · 2d

everafterinthewoods.com

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This South Side Chicago Counter Has Been Dunking Breaded Steak Sandwiches In Red Gravy Since 1976, And Illinois Still Lines Up

A four-pound sandwich sits on the menu at one South Side counter, and it comes breaded, fried, and dunked in red gravy. Anthony Bourdain counted that sandwich among the best sandwiches in the world. The star is USDA Choice skirt steak, tenderized and hand-breaded with Italian seasonings. Then it gets...

Chicago, IL · 2d

ABC 7 Chicago

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Human remains found in garbage can in Chicago Heights, police say

Human remains were found in a garbage can in the south suburbs on Sunday morning, police said.

Chicago Heights, IL · 1d

CJ Coombs

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Unidentified Jane Doe found deceased in 1980 in Chicago, Illinois

An unidentified female, referred to as Jane Chicago Doe 1980, was discovered in Alsip, Illinois (Cook County), on September 23, 1980, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). Alsip is a suburb of Chicago. The above photos show a facial reconstruction by an NCMEC Forensic Artist, which depicts what she may have looked like in life.

Chicago, IL · 2d

travelmag.com

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9 Indiana Burger Joints Serving Burgers With Crispy Edges And Classic Toppings

There are burgers, and then there’s a double bacon cheeseburger with onion rings and a fried egg stacked on top. Northwest Indiana clearly isn’t interested in keeping things simple. I’m not even sure where you’d start eating this thing, but I’d figure it out. And...

Highland, IN · 1d

People

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16-Year-Old Girl Missing for 4 Days May Be with Man Considered Dangerous, Family Says

Anberlin Brown was reported missing in Indiana on Nov. 3

Lake Station, IN · 2d

fastfoodclub.com

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Seven Indiana Family Restaurants Still Run By The Same Family After Three Generations

Keeping a restaurant open for one generation is hard work, so keeping it in the same family for three or more is close to a small Hoosier miracle. The seven spots on this list have outlasted trends, highway changes, and plenty of copycats, and the same family names are still on the deed.

Indiana · 8h

chicagocrusader.com

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Gary attorneys earn repeat national recognition

Gary attorneys Michael E. Tolbert and Shelice R. Tolbert, partners at Tolbert & Tolbert, have once again earned national recognition for their accomplishments in the legal profession. The husband-and-wife team has been named to The National Black Lawyers Top 100, an invitation-only organization recognizing accomplished Black attorneys across the United States.

Gary, IN · 12h

Country Herald

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Frankfort, IL Holiday House Walk Returns Dec. 4: Tickets $35

The 45th annual event features decorated homes, holiday treats and local history.

Frankfort, IL · 9h

CBS Chicago

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Man charged with murder of Chicago area violence prevention leader

A man has been charged with the murder of the leader of a Chicago area violence prevention leader last month​ in south suburban Chicago Heights.

Chicago Heights, IL · 7h