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What happened at South Chicago Chapel after decomposing bodies were found?

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Illinois authorities shut down the South Chicago Chapel in South Deering after discovering 56 decomposing bodies stored improperly. The incident has prompted concerns regarding the regulation of funeral homes in the state.

The gruesome discovery of 56 decomposing bodies at South Chicago Chapel in South Deering has raised concerns about the regulation of Illinois funeral homes. How did such neglect happen? And what’s being done about it?What happened at South Chicago Chapel funeral home?In August, Illinois authorities shut down South Chicago Chapel in South Deering after receiving a tip that owners Clark and Johanna Morgan were improperly storing bodies. Inside the funeral home, investigators found dozens of…

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