Child Endangerment | Cat Killer On The Loose? | H.S. To Stay All Male

Miss a day, miss a lot. Let's get all caught up with the Top Southland Stories for Tuesday, Aug. 2.

Mokena Mother Arrested After Toddler Found Home Alone: Police

Taylor E. Bania, 22, faces a charge of causing a child to be endangered.

Is Someone Killing Cats In Oak Forest?

An area Facebook group is concerned after two cats have turned up dead from unclear causes in the last week.

Mount Carmel High School Announces Decision To Remain All Male

After weeks of listening sessions and feedback from stakeholders, Mount Carmel High School decided not to go coeducational this fall.

Flossmoor Cancels National Night Out 'Out Of Abundance Of Caution'

The Village issued notice of the cancelation Tuesday afternoon after learning of "conversations" that caused concern among police.

Resident Injured Trying To Put Out Orland Park House Fire: Report

A resident suffered burns while trying to put out a fire in a row house Saturday, July 30.

Mt. Greenwood Mom Struck By Car, Online Recovery Fund Started

Molly Fitzgerald suffered was seriously injured when she was hit by a car Saturday while vacationing with her family in Tennessee.

Annual Motorcycle, Car Ride For PFC Aaron Toppen Set For Sunday

The ride benefits the Our Fallen Hero Foundation in Memory of PFC Aaron Toppen, a Mokena resident who was killed in Afghanistan in 2014.

Barraco's To Open In Former Traverso's Spot

Barraco's Italian, pizza, and catering has taken over the spot at 156th and Harlem.

Taste Of Orland Returns, Battle Of The Bands To Debut

The "Event of the Summer" will be back at the Orland Park Village Center, August 5 through 7.

50 Beers To Pick From At Orland Park Brewfest

Mark your calendar for the Sept. 17 event that will feature beers, food, and tunes.

Palos Heights Police Rescue 4 Guinea Pigs Tossed In Dumpster

Critter Corral Guinea Pig Rescue will put the four little piggies up for adoption after someone abandoned them in a dumpster.

Abandoned Senior Dog Needs A Home For His Final Days

This 14-year-old pit bull mix was found running loose in Oak Forest last weekend. Volunteers want him back into a home as soon as possible.

NAWS Pet Of The Week: Cleo Rose

Cleo Rose is a 4-year-old female tortoiseshell looking for her forever home.

South Suburban Death Notices, Week of August 1

South suburban obituaries and available visitation information.