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BREAKING NEWS
Public denied access to Thornton Township Board meeting
Gas odor in Lansing originated from oil refinery in Whiting, says BP
Being prepared for buses, corrective mandates for hotels, and welcoming Chick-fil-A – a Village Board summary
National Weather Service issues Winter Storm Watch through noon on Saturday
Lansing Journal article included in NYT’s ‘Local Journalism Worth Reading’
FEMA assistance application open for September 17–18 storm damage
Fully funded: New South Suburban College health and nursing center to break ground in 2024
Lansing History now available as a hardcover book
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THIS WEEK’S TOP POSTS
LATEST ARTICLES
Weather
Friday: Afternoon showers and storms
Melanie Jongsma
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April 25, 2024
Laurie Boer captured an almost full moon in the southeastern sky near her house Sunday evening, April 21. (Photo: Laurie Boer)
Community
District 158 celebrates cultural diversity at its first DEI Cultural Festival
Kinise Jordan
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April 25, 2024
Community
Ridge Road and and Bernice Avenue will be resurfaced this summer
Josh Bootsma
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April 25, 2024
Arts and entertainment
Munster’s Theatre at the Center to host Elton Jeff and the Honky Cats
Melanie Jongsma
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April 25, 2024
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LATEST VIDEOS
News and Views
Video: How Lansing welcomes veterans home from Honor Flight
Josh Bootsma
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April 19, 2024
In 2017 Lansing began a new tradition — a welcome home for local veterans after their day with Honor Flight Chicago ...
News and Views
Video: Eclipsing in Lansing, 2024
Josh Bootsma
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April 12, 2024
Community
Video: How weather photos became a thing in Lansing
Melanie Jongsma
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April 5, 2024
Good causes
Video: Good Friday Prayer Walk retains familiar elements under new leadership
Josh Bootsma
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March 29, 2024
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BUSINESS AND WORK
Chipotle now open on Torrence Avenue
Josh Bootsma
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April 16, 2024
Lansing's first Chipotle Mexican Grill location opened Tuesday at near the intersection of Torrence Avenue and Thornton-Lansing Road.
Vintage shop Circa Furnishings brings ‘eclectic elegance’ to Ridge Road
Paul Czapkowicz
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April 11, 2024
Residents pack School Town of Munster meeting to save Center for Visual and Performing Arts
Paul Czapkowicz
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April 10, 2024
Two new Lansing business licenses awarded in January and February 2024
Paul Czapkowicz
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April 6, 2024
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OBITUARIES
Obituaries
Obituary: Michael R. Mischka
Schroeder-Lauer Funeral Home
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April 25, 2024
Obituary Michael Mischka - age 64 of Lansing, IL, passed away on Monday, April 22, 2024. He is survived by his three children ...
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Obituaries
Obituary: Tamara L. O’Neil (nee Reichert)
Schroeder-Lauer Funeral Home
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April 24, 2024
Obituary Tamara O'Neil (Reichert) 65 years young, of Lansing, IL, quietly left us behind. She is survived by her husband Bruce O’Neil of Lansing ...
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Obituaries
Obituary: Hilda W. Battista
Smits Funeral Homes
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April 24, 2024
Hilda W. Battista, nee Jordan, age 93 of Dolton, IL passed away on Monday, April 22, 2024...
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Obituaries
Obituary: Christopher Mizner
The Lansing Journal
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April 23, 2024
Obituary Chris Mizner — It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the passing of Chris Mizner, age 56, of Lansing ...
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Obituaries
Obituary: Joseph J. Tylka
Smits Funeral Homes
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April 23, 2024
Joseph J. Tylka, age 93, of Dyer, IN, formerly of Chicago Heights, IL, passed away peacefully Monday, April 22, 2024...
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Obituaries
Obituary: Audrey I. Huizenga
Smits Funeral Homes
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April 22, 2024
Audrey I. Huizenga, nee Nieboer, age 95, of Munster, IN, went home to her Lord and Savior on Sunday, April 21, 2024.
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POLICE AND FIRE
Police and Fire
Police calls in Lansing from February 26 – March 10, 2024
Josh Bootsma
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March 23, 2024
LANSING, Ill. (March 23, 2024) – The Lansing Police Department releases a crime blotter roughly every other week, as well as data detailing what...
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Business and work
Lansing Police Department will host test for new hires April 13
Village of Lansing
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March 21, 2024
The next police test is scheduled for Saturday, April 13. Application packets are available on the Village of Lansing website...
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Police and Fire
Police calls in Lansing from February 5–18, 2024
Josh Bootsma
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February 24, 2024
The graphics break down the different types of police calls received, as well as where in Lansing they came from...
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EDUCATION
District 158 celebrates cultural diversity at its first DEI Cultural Festival
Kinise Jordan
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April 25, 2024
The DEI festival is a part of the district's efforts to promote cultural diversity, and equity, and provide awareness through inclusion...
Sneak peek – Munster High School’s Footloose ‘kicks off the Sunday shoes’ April 25–28
Josh Bootsma
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April 24, 2024
Loose feet will be tapping this weekend as Munster High School students bring the rollicking musical Footloose to life...
District 215 Board recognizes TF North State Champion Drama Team – and other meeting highlights
Melanie Jongsma
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April 24, 2024
TF North Principal Brian Rucinski was addressing members of the school’s Drama Team who were in attendance at the April 23 regular board meeting ...
TF South celebrates outstanding achievements at its 65th annual Honors Awards Assembly
Kinise Jordan
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April 24, 2024
TF South High School recognized students and faculty for outstanding achievements at its 65th annual Honors Award Assembly on April 17...
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SPORTS
Athlete spotlights of the week: TF South’s Karrel Harvest, Emily Dominiak, and Annika Biegel
Mike Clark
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April 23, 2024
Each week, the Lansing Journal will spotlight notable performances by athletes in our coverage area. Coaches and athletic directors may...
Red Wolves track wins big in first meet at new TF South facility – photos and other local scores
Mike Clark
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April 22, 2024
Between the pandemic and lengthy construction project, it's been five years since TF South's track teams played host to a major track meet...
2 no-hitters last week for South Baseball, TFS names new Hall of Fame class – other local scores
Mike Clark
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April 18, 2024
On April 11, TF South's Benny Gutierrez threw a 99-pitch no-hitter to beat Eisenhower 7-0...
Athlete spotlights of the week: Marian Catholic’s Phoenix McGruder, TF South’s Janiya Lucas
Mike Clark
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April 15, 2024
Each week, the Lansing Journal will spotlight notable performances by athletes in our coverage area. Coaches and athletic directors may...
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LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Education
District 215 Board recognizes TF North State Champion Drama Team – and other meeting highlights
Melanie Jongsma
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April 24, 2024
Education
District 215 School Board meeting agenda – 4/23/24
Josh Bootsma
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April 21, 2024
Local government
Thornton Township financial reports approved – see the numbers
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April 20, 2024
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