Illinois General Assembly backs separate status for community colleges
Prairie State College President E Timothy Lightfield welcomed the move as the Illinois General Assembly shifts community colleges from under the Illinois Board of Higher Education. Lightfield said the change aligns with ongoing efforts to reform IBHE operations and better reflect the needs of community colleges in the South Suburbs.
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Park Forest officer urges intrusive parenting to curb teen violence
Park Forest Det. Thomas Fleming and psychologist Fred Ross addressed about 75 residents at a town meeting titled Parents Against Violence Whats Parent to Do Fleming urged parents to engage in teens lives and confront a drug fueled media culture saying Beav er Cleaver doesnt live here anymore and parents must join MTV and BET subcultures to guide their children.
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Reynolds wife defends congressman amid abuse allegations
Marisol Reynolds says her husband U S Rep Mel Reynolds has never harmed her and calls Sara Rodriguez a liar after a former office worker accused abuse. The congressman faces trial for sexual misconduct over a 16 year old campaign worker, set to begin July 5.
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South Holland and Dolton eye Hammond water deal
South Holland Trustee Frank Knittle and Dalton Trustee Bert Herzog say Lake Michigan water from Hammond, Indiana could replace Chicago supply. They expect Chicago water prices to rise in five years and seek a five to 10 year fixed price contract to save money for residents.
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Plea Negotiations Delayed in Pfiel Murder Case
Steven Pfiel, 18, linked to the 1993 stabbing death of 13-year-old Hillary Norskog in Palos Hills, seeks a plea to avoid the death penalty. His attorney, Raymond Pijon, mentions possible insanity defense and a sentence for both murders. Pfiel also faces charges in the March 18 death of his brother and a rape accusation at the Crete Township home. The defense awaits Will County psychological evaluation to determine trial fitness.
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Three New Budget Hotels Planned in North Creek Park
Thoraldson Development will open a hotel cluster on Maple Creek Drive near 183rd Street and Harlem Avenue in 1996. Budgetel is under construction while Fairfield Inn and Hampton Inn have won site plan approval from the Long Range Planning Commission. Groundbreaking has not occurred yet. a fourth hotel was once discussed.
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Animal House House Sparked Police Scrutiny In Orland Hills
Orland Hills police arrested 18 year old Ivan James Kochopolous at 905 W 169th St after a Sunday incident. Chief Joe Miller described the residence as the "Animal House" of the Southwest Suburbs with 52 calls to the home since July 1992. Kochopolous faces assault disorderly conduct unlawful assemblage battery to an officer escape and resisting arrest. eighth arrest since May 1994 by the department.
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Promotion boosts Chicago Heights police leadership
The May 2 appointment by Mayor Angelo Ciambrone and Chief Karla Osantowski elevates Capt. Gerry Billups to deputy chief of the Chicago Heights Police Department. Billups, with 31 years on the force, holds a criminal justice degree and extensive training, seen as a milestone for the Black community in the city.
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Letter to the Editor on Hate Broadcasts and Free Speech
Betty J. Moretti of Park Forest criticizes radio talk shows and pamphlet like newspapers that spread hate and misinformation. She warns against unregulated militias and urges stronger protection for victims rights while defending civil authority and responsible discourse.
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Toastmasters Club thanks Star for workshop publicity and anniversary
The editor is thanked by Toastmasters Club 4485 Matteson for coverage of their eight week Overcoming the Fear of Public Speaking workshops. Five graduates credited the Star for awareness. The non profit club celebrates its 70th anniversary and credits past press coverage.
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