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Chicago Heights Crematory Accused of Mishandling Remains Is Being Shut Down

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Chicago Heights Crematory Accused of Mishandling Remains Is Being Shut Down

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Illinois State Comptroller Susana Mendoza is shutting down Heights Crematory in Chicago Heights, Illinois for good.See the Story

More than 500 Boxes of Ashes From Chicago Heights Crematory Never Made It to Families

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More than 500 Boxes of Ashes From Chicago Heights Crematory Never Made It to Families

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By Dave Savini Click here for updates on this story CHICAGO, Illinois (WBBM) — Hundreds of bodies cremated at the Heights Crematory in Chicago Heights, Illinois, never made it to their loved ones. The crematory was shut down after the CBS News Chicago Investigators exposed how bodies were being mishandled there. Now, there is an effort to find a final resting place for those whose bodies were cremated. When the State of Illinois shut down th…See the Story

Prairie State College to host violence prevention summit on June 17 - HF Chronicle

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Prairie State College to host violence prevention summit on June 17 - HF Chronicle

Prairie State College will host a day of healing, hope and action at its upcoming Violence Prevention Summit on Tuesday, June 17. The summit reflects the college’s ongoing commitment to change and a future free from violence. The event will feature panels, breakout sessions, and community voices from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., including special guests Congresswoman Robin Kelly, Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller, community leaders, advocates and fami…Read Article

Kelly will speak at Wear Orange rally at PSC Saturday - HF Chronicle

Congresswoman Robin Kelly, D-Ill, will address the PSC Pioneers Wear Orange event at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, May 31, at the Prairie State College Conference Center, 202 S. Halsted St. in Chicago Heights. Participants will gather outside on the east side campus stairs. Kelly has campaigned for and supported tougher gun laws as a means of breaking the cycle of gun violence. Attendees are encouraged to bring photos of their loved ones who died due to …Chicago Heights · Chicago Heights Read Article

Union Street Gallery seeks artist to create mural - HF Chronicle

Union Street Gallery in Chicago Heights announced recently an open opportunity for an area artist to create a mural for the city. The mural will be located across the street from the gallery at 1526 Otto Blvd. The project is part of an effort to bring vibrant public art to the Chicago Heights community. The gallery is looking for someone with bold, creative ideas that reflect the spirit of community without the use of detailed portraiture. Abstr…Chicago Heights · Chicago Heights Read Article

Chicago Heights police investigating death of 1-month-old boy

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Chicago Heights police are investigating the death of a 1-month-old boy after a medical emergency Thursday morning.Chicago Heights · Chicago Heights Read Article

Chicago Heights Furniture Company Opens New Facility After 2023 Fire

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CHICAGO HEIGHTS, Ill. (WGN) — More than two years ago, a massive fire destroyed a family-owned furniture company’s warehouse in the south suburbs, but something new is rising from the ashes. On the same site of the devastating fire, Morgan Li, a retail fixtures and furniture manufacturer, unveiled a brand new, 240,000-square-foot facility that will consolidate several locations and bring its manufacturing and warehouse operations under one roof.…Chicago Heights · Chicago Heights See the Story

Catholic school students raise funds for children, families served by Franciscan Health - HF Chronicle

Children and families served by Franciscan Health Olympia Fields got a boost from other local kids this spring thanks to fundraisers at local Catholic schools. Students at Marian Catholic High School in Chicago Heights, Infant Jesus of Prague School in Flossmoor and St. Agnes School in Chicago Heights all raised funds to support the Catholic healthcare ministry’s efforts to care for some of its youngest patients and their families. “We are so gr…Catholic Church · Chicago Heights Read Article

Obituary: Ruth Lewis - The Ithaca Voice

August 28, 1938 – May 7, 2025Ruth Rosenblum Lewis, daughter of Bernard and Ida Rosenblum, died on May 7th. She is survived by her three children Jeffrey (Kristin), JoAnne (Gary), John (Jody) and seven grandchildren Ilissa (Matt), William (Laura), Alison, Anna, Maisy, Jane and Charley. Ruth is also survived by her sister Hazel Herzog (Bud), and niece and nephews Brad, Brian and Laura. Ruth was predeceased by her husband Stuart after 52 years of m…Chicago Heights · Chicago Heights See the Story

Southland crime: Shootings in South Chicago Heights, Homewood, and more

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The following items were taken from police and court reports and news releases. An arrest does not constitute a finding of guilt. Beecher CHILD PORNOGRAPHY: Jasen N. Zurisk, 49, 1000 block of Cherry Lane, Beecher, is charged with selling child pornography Feb. 16 and possessing moving depictions of child pornography March 4, according to court records online. Will County deputies arrested Zurisk April 29 at a motel in Merrillville, Indiana. Burb…Sömmerda · Sömmerda See the Story

Flanagan Named to NCAA All-Tournament Team - Lancaster Bible College Athletics

Lancaster Bible College Men's Volleyball sophomore Jaiden Flanagan was named to the NCAA Division III Regional All-Tournament team this past weekend after falling to No. 8 Messiah 3-1 on Friday in the second round. The Sophomore from Chicago Heights, Illinois racked up seven kills, five blocks, and two digs for the game.Chicago Heights · Chicago Heights Read Article