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Week in Review: Fatality Along BNSF, Attempted Robbery at Knifepoint

A look at the top stories this week in La Grange and Western Springs.

Westmont Woman Identified in La Grange Train Death

The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office ruled the death a suicide. 

87-Year-Old Man Outwits Scam Artist Claiming to be His Grandson

The caller said he needed money after getting into a car accident.

Man Wields Knife in La Grange Park Robbery Attempt

A man threatened a 7-Eleven shopper with a knife in his attempt to rob him around 12:15 a.m. Thursday.

Village Board Rules Against Business Signs on Old Borders Building

The La Grange Village Board denied a request for second-floor signage for businesses occupying the building on La Grange Road.

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Teen Behavior Improving in Downtown La Grange: Police Chief

Kids were a little rougher along La Grange Road five years ago, Police Chief Michael Holub said.


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