Stink Fogs 'Burbs | Guilty Of Coerced Child Labor | Crackers Tossed

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Thursday, Jan. 25.

Natural Gas Odor Is From Cleanup After Leak At Whiting Refinery: BP

Residents noticed the smell in the area Wednesday morning.

Woman, 2 Daughters Forced West African Children To Work At Salon: Jury

A jury convicted the Hazel Crest woman and her two daughters, of Hazel Crest and Country Club Hills, on Tuesday.

Shoplifter Throws Crackers At Mini-Mart Clerk’s Head, Steals Candy Bar

Police investigate an assault with crackers at a Palos Hills gas station.

Long-Vacant New Lenox Kmart Property Sells For $2.9 Million

The sale was closed Jan. 16, the new owner said.

2 Adults, 1 Baby Injured In 2-Car Crash At US 52, Smith Road

The crash happened at the intersection of US 52 and Smith Road Wednesday around 4 p.m.

Park Lawn Queen Of Hearts Keeps Rolling With Jackpot At $230,000

Suspense continues in Park Lawn's progressive raffle, with the jackpot standing at $230,000 and growing for the Jan. 31 drawing.

Manhattan Girl, 11, Shines On National Stages In Les Misérables Tour

Olivia Grace O'Sullivan is getting a taste of stardom, playing the role of Little Cosette in a national tour of the musical Les Mis.

Oak Forest Raiders To Lead 15th Annual Fleadh Parade

The instructional football group for kids ages 5–14 will lead the parade Saturday, March 2.

Owners Of Beloved Bistro On Sterling Sell Business To Head Chef

In an announcement on social media, the owners thanked customers for their support, "the lifeblood of our restaurant."

Eastern Avenue Finally Open Wednesday—Yes, Really: Manhattan Mayor

The one-mile, newly built extension is open to traffic as of Wednesday.

Free Property Tax Appeals Workshop Offered At Worth Township Center

Cook County Board of Review analysts will be on hand Monday, Jan. 29, to assist property owners in appealing their property valuation.