Dog fighting on the rise in South Suburbs shelters
Officials in Chicago Ridge and nearby humane societies report more former fighters and bait dogs, including a 6 week old terrier with a muzzle duct taped, being brought to shelters. Shelter staff link increases to pit bulls and Rotweilers used in illegal fighting, noting scars and cropped ears. Police warn that charging organizers is difficult as acts occur in private, with offenders often claiming food disputes. Ed Pilolla.
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Two-year overhaul begins at crowded Alsip intersection
Construction crews launched a 32.5 million project at the Alsip junction where Cicero Avenue, 127th Street and I-294 meet. The plan adds ramps, widens streets, and rebuilds bridges to reduce congestion, with initial work including tollway ramps and traffic lights. IDOT officials say delays will occur this year while 80 percent of funding comes from the federal government and the rest from Illinois FIRST programs.
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