Southland's final economic goal? - 2004-01-18
Chiefs of south suburban communities competing for a casino state that they don't require the permission of their residents if they want a gambling hall in town.
Just look around, the mayors insist.
For months, two others — Crestwood and Calumet City — joined Country Club Hills and Summit in attempting to band south suburbs together to seek a casino that would supply hundreds of jobs and push millions into the areas.
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