Mom Waves Gun At Park | Carjackers Threaten To Kill | Suspects Escape

Miss a day, miss a lot. Let's get all caught up with the Top Southland Stories for Thursday, May 18.

Alsip Mom Brandished Gun At Park Looking For Kids Picking On Son: Cops

An Alsip woman is facing gun and child endangerment misdemeanors after Cook County State's Attorney denied a felony request, police say.

Gas Station Carjackers Threaten To 'Blow Owner’s Head Off': Police

A 2014 Chevy Traverse was stolen while the vehicle owner was paying for gas at Speedway, Palos Hills police reports said.

Plate Reader Nabs 3 Gunmen, Baby Knocked To Floor In Getaway Bid: Cops

In their haste to flee, Evergreen Park police said the three attempted to hijack another car, knocking a baby in his car seat to the floor.

Richton Park Shooting Suspects Crash Truck, Flee On Foot In Oak Forest

The two men evaded authorities late Wednesday into early Thursday.

Man Steals Hundreds Of Items Totaling Thousands From Orland Store: PD

A Homer Glen man faces a felony financial crimes charge after being accused of stealing multiple times from an Orland Park Target.

Child With Gun Spotted By James Hart Student, Reported To Police: D153

The student filed the report Tuesday. Homewood detectives interviewed the student and others involved.

After The Blaze: Oak Forest Bowl Owner Takes First Steps Forward

Oak Forest Bowl owner Keith Tadevich is beginning to sort out some next steps for the destroyed, iconic business.

50 Years In, Beloved Oak Forest HS Teacher Retires—For Real, This Time

John Moroz started at Oak Forest High School in 1973, just three years after the school opened. Now, he says goodbye.

Time Running Out To Get In On Oak Forest Citywide Garage Sale

Sign up in advance to be added to the master list of homes participating in the June 2–3 event.

New Lenox Triple Play 2023 Ticket Sales To Start Soon

The series kicks off June 10. Tickets can be purchased at New Lenox Village Hall soon.

Barn To Be Wild Fest Offers Cow Pie Bingo, Farm Fun At The Center

Barn To Be Wild Festival offers family farm and a chance to win $1,000 playing Cow Pie Bingo Saturday, May 20 at The Center in Palos Park.

Metal Monkey Co-Founder Looks To Create Community, Connection

The first event is planned for Friday at the brewery, 515 Anderson Drive, Suite 900.

Lineup Set For Orland Park's Centennial Park West Concert Series

The Ron Burgundys among those set to perform at three concerts scheduled for June 10, July 15 and August 19.

'We Need Help': Manhattan Mayor To State On Problematic Intersection

Mayor Mike Adrieansen has again asked for help from state officials, to address the worrisome intersection of US 52 and Baker Road.