Missing Soldier Memorialized | Gas Giveaway | Pop-Up Pup Café

Let's get you all caught up on the news making headlines in today's Top Southland Stories.

Soldier Who Went Missing In WWII To Get Memorial, Military Burial

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Gerald R. Helms went missing Oct. 2, 1944, during Operation Market Garden. His remains were identified in July 2021.

'Unsolicited Repair Man' and Pal Ransack Palos Senior's Home In Ruse

The man talked to the elderly homeowner, offering to do unsolicited repairs, while an accomplice snuck through the back door, police said.

Pop-Up Pup Café Returns To Orland Square Mall With All Adoptable Dogs

The pop-up event will feature beverages, games and raffle prizes while families play with adoptable dogs from the south suburbs.

Wounded Oak Forest Officer Returns Home, Residents Donate Meals

The officer was seriously wounded in a fatal shoot-out earlier this month, police said. Now a family friend is raising food and funds.

U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin Visits Silver Cross NICU, Leaves Impressed

Sen. Durbin — along with state Sen. Michael Hastings and Will Co. Exec. Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant — were given a tour Wednesday of the NICU.

Willie Wilson's Gas Giveaway: What You Need To Know

Willie Wilson will give away $1 million worth of free gas Saturday at 35 Chicago and suburban Cook locations.

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