Community Corner

2 Found Dead | Car Crashes Into Home | Bullet Found At HS | End Of Era

PLUS: Barricade ends peacefully | Felon found with guns, drugs | Mom of 2 needs liver | Board member resigns | Cats will poop on your ex

The Southland's top stories for Tuesday, Jan. 30.
The Southland's top stories for Tuesday, Jan. 30. (Mary Compton/Patch)

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Tuesday, Jan. 30.


2 Found Dead Inside Oak Forest Home Sunday: Police

Police said the victims did not show any signs of trauma.


Woman Sleeping On Couch Jolted Awake By Car Crashing Through House

A 49-year-old man is charged with DUI and traffic violations after Oak Lawn police said his SUV left the roadway and crashed into a home.

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Bullet Found At Andrew High School Prompts Soft Lockdown: Principal

A student found the bullet Monday morning and the school was put on soft lockdown. A gun was not found.


Orland's Petey's II Closes Permanently, Parcel Purchased

Petey's II has closed for good, the owners said Monday morning.

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Guns, Drugs, Found In Home Of Felon On Electronic Monitoring: Sheriff

The convicted felon was on EM awaiting trial for murder when he posted photos of himself toting guns on social media, sheriff said.


Lockport Barricade Incident Ends Peacefully: Police

The incident happened late Monday night in the 1000 block of 7th Street, Lockport police said.


'Life Or Death': Tinley Mom Of 2 Desperate To Find Living Liver Donor

Elizabeth Heaton, 35, has fought a chronic liver disease since 2017. Without a transplant, her time—and options—are running out.


Summit Hill D161 Board Of Education Member Resigns: Superintendent

Matt Carey, who was elected in April 2023, resigned last week.


9 Fired Up To Face Off At Fire And Ice Chili Cook-Off

Restaurants from Frankfort, New Lenox, and Tinley Park will vie for top prize in the chili cook-off Feb. 3 at Breidert Green in Frankfort.


Manhattan Community Blood Drive Set For Feb. 1

The blood drive will be held at Village Hall Thursday from 2 to 7 p.m.


Love Stinks, So Does Your Ex: Name A NAWS Litterbox After Them

NAWS Humane Society in Mokena has a poop-osition for you—get the kind of closure you never knew you needed.


Applications Open For Scholarship In Honor Of Late Tinley Commissioner

Applications for the Reta Brudd Scholarship program are due by April 1.


After 5-Month Search, Saint Xavier University Names New President

Dr. Keith Elder, most recently of Mississippi College, brings extensive experience in leading faith-based higher education institutions.


Fall Fest 2024: Applications Open Now For Artisan, Food Vendor Spots

The Frankfort Chamber of Commerce is accepting applications for its coveted booths in the longstanding favorite local event.


Alsip Police Accepting Applications For Entry-Level Officers In 2024

Alsip Police are hiring entry level officers and establishing an eligibility list for future hiring. Application deadline is Feb. 19.


South Suburban Death Notices, Week of January 29

South suburban obituaries and available visitation information.

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