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Girl, 10, Brings Gun To School | Teens Shoot, Kill Cop | Missing Man

PLUS: Rainbow Cone opening! | Pet dies in house fire | 600 converters hoarded | Teen charged in street takeover | Fire ruled accidental

The Southland's top stories for Thursday, May 11.
The Southland's top stories for Thursday, May 11. (Mary Compton/Patch)

Miss a day, miss a lot. Let's get all caught up with the Top Southland Stories for Thursday, May 11.


10-Year-Old Girl Brought Semiautomatic Gun To South Suburban Elementary School: Police

The girl was taken to a hospital for an evaluation, according to police, who said the weapon belonged to the child's parent.


Teens Were 'Out Looking For Victims' Before Killing Officer: Police

Police said Areanah Preston, 24, exchanged gunfire with the teens, but was fatally shot and had her gun taken by one of her killers.

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Worth Township Man Accused Of Hoarding 612 Stolen Catalytic Converters

Cook County Sheriff's Police said the man could not produce documentation that he was licensed to buy, sell or recycle the vehicle parts.


Opening Date Set For New Rainbow Cone In Orland Park

A grand opening celebration will include a fundraiser for The Bridge Teen Center, with a portion of proceeds going to the teen organization.

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Fire That Destroyed Oak Forest Bowl Was Accidental, Authorities Say

The ruling from state, federal and local authorities was announced Tuesday after the beloved south suburban business burned Saturday.


Berwyn Teen Charged In Street Takeover At 111th Street And LaGrange

Over 200 cars blocked the intersection drifting and blocking traffic before a large group of spectators, Palos Hills police said.


Reopening Date Of Together We Cope Still Unclear, Staff Says

The vital Tinley Park social services agency will not reopen yet, as they continue to experience setbacks.


Pet Dies, Firefighters Injured In New Lenox House Fire

Authorities said the residents were able to escape, but one of their pets perished, while another is missing, in the Monday morning fire.


Man, 39, Missing From Homewood: Police

Homewood police are asking for the public's help in finding a man last seen in Homewood Thursday, May 4.


Manhattan Mourns Death Of Longtime District 114 School Board Member

Dan DeCaprio died Tuesday, May 9 at 71 years old.


New Crumbl Cookies Owners Eager To Open In Homewood

The storefront on Halsted Street is under construction, with owners Derek and Michelle Hincks aiming for a late-summer, early-fall open.


Windy City ThunderBolts Open 2023 All-Star Season This Weekend

The Windy City ThunderBolts open Thursday, May 11, at Ozinga Field, featuring $1.50 retro beers, pint glasses, fireworks and Minecraft.


Manhattan Moves Ahead With Rebuilding, Reopening Of Eastern Avenue

The reopening of Eastern Avenue provides an important link to and from Manhattan, Mayor Mike Adrieansen said.


More Time To Park Free At Tinley Park Oak Park Avenue Metra Station

The Village has updated parking guidelines at its lots near the Oak Park Avenue Metra Station in downtown Tinley Park.


Lineup Set For Tinley Park's Music In the Plaza

Shows are set for select Saturdays June through September, in Zabrocki Plaza.


'Old Meets New' At BAPA's Annual Beverly-Morgan Park Home Tour

Beverly-Area Planning Association's annual Beverly-Morgan Park Home Tour features set for May 21 features preservation standouts.


Young Artists Invited To Compete For Spotlight At BMW Championship

Youth artists are invited to submit their work for a chance to be featured as a mural at the 2023 BMW Golf Championship.


Beer Gardens And Patios To Visit In Greater Chicago In 2023

There are plenty of spaces to enjoy a cold brew with family and friends, many which offer stunning views and relaxing outdoor environments.


South Suburban Death Notices, Week of May 8

South suburban obituaries and available visitation information.

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