Robbers Target Woman, 72 | Fine In Fatal Crash | $2M Scratch-off Sold

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Thursday, Dec. 7.

2 Charged In Attempted Robbery Of Woman, 72, At Tinley Park Jewel

The woman fought back and the men gave up, then fleeing in a car. Their license plate was captured by readers and led police to them.

Driver Gets Fine, Community Service In Accident That Killed Pedestrian

"Justice wasn't served," says the mother of Murod Kurdi, 28, who was struck and killed after parking his car in front of his home on June 5.

$2 Million Scratch-off Lottery Ticket Sold In Tinley Park

A winning Lottery scratch-off ticket was sold at a spot on 183rd Street in Tinley Park, officials said.

Chicago Man Cops Guilty Plea To Shooting At 2 ATF Agents, CPD Officer

The Chicago man claimed he thought the law enforcement officers conducting a covert investigation in Morgan Park were rival gang members.

‘Inexcusable’: Abuse Survivors File Vatican Complaint Amid McGrath Accusations

Enraged by inaction surrounding abuse claims against a former Providence HS priest, a survivors network wants Catholic leaders to act.

Accused Conspirator Charged In South Suburban Armored Truck Robberies

A Chicago man faces federal charges in an armored truck and ATM robberies in Chicago Heights, Homewood and Country Club Hills.

No One Injured In Mokena House Fire After Residents, Pet Escape: FD

The single-family residence on Marshall Court was reported Wednesday night and officials said flames could be seen from blocks away.

Take The 2023 Patch Tour o' Holidays Lights

Patch has rounded up the best residential and business holiday light displays in Chicagoland.

Deadline Nears For Aspiring Tinley Park 'Benches' Artists

The theme for 2024's Benches on the Avenue is "Saturday Morning Cartoons." Designs are due soon.

Flossmoor Teen Babysitting Course Offers CPR, Safety Skills Training

The course is scheduled for two Thursdays during winter break.

'Fowl Play': Local Turkey Gets Police Escort Out Of Busy Frankfort Parking Lot

A wild turkey blocked traffic in a Frankfort parking lot earlier this week.

300K Lights, 400 Figures, 1 LED Screen: TP Christmas House Switched On

The house on Avon Lane is again decked out in an enormous, over-the-top display making it one of the most unforgettable in the area.

Early Work Begins For Pete's Fresh Market: New Lenox Mayor

Early construction has begun on the 60,000-sq. ft. grocery store coming soon to New Lenox.

Better Watch Out, Krampus Market Coming Sunday To Blue Island Beer Co.

Krampus Market 2023 offers a fusion of art, culture, and craft brews Sunday, Dec. 10, at the Blue Island Beer Company. All ages welcome.

Lockport Tables Purchase Of Property In Downtown

The Council decided to continue the ordinance to discuss at its Jan. 17 committee of the whole meeting.

Homewood Wants Feedback On Building Design, Architecture Guidelines

Officials are asking residents to participate in a survey about the appearance and design of buildings within Homewood.

Providence Catholic HS Baseball Park Named 'Field Of The Year'

Tom Dedin Field was recognized by the Sports Field Management Association for its high quality and safe playing surface.