2 Killed In Crash | Missing Man Found Dead | Stolen Kitten Safe | Chop Shop Bust

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Tuesday, July 1.

2 Motorcyclists Killed In Glenwood Crash: Illinois State Police

The crash happened at IL-394 and Dyer Road just before 10 p.m., Illinois State Police said.

Missing Orland Park Man Found Dead, No Foul Play Suspected: Police

Nicholas Klepac, 26 was last spoken to on June 21. He was reported missing on June 25, police said. He was found Friday.

Stolen Kitten Returned To Frankfort Animal Rescue

Jack the kitten is back with Cache Creek Animal Rescue after he was stolen on June 11.

2 Arrested When Disassembled Vehicles Found At Bridgeview Storage Facility: POLICE

Bridgeview police said they received a tip of a possible illegal chop shop at Public Storage on Harlem.

Woman, 31, Fled The Scene Of Fiery I-57 Rollover: Illinois State Police

The crash happened early Thursday on I-57 southbound near Kankakee. A Blue Island woman has been charged in connection.

Man Gets 6 Years For Robbery, Assault Of Mail Carrier In Harvey: U.S. Attorney

Malik Washington, 26, pleaded guilty earlier this year to a federal robbery charge.

'Worth The Trip, Must-Hit': New Lenox Pizza Shop Lands High Praise From Barstool Sports Owner

Dave Portnoy's review on Pizza di Farfalla is out. The score thrills those behind it. "Makes it all worth it," the owner's wife said.

Parked Vehicle Torched On Moraine Drive, Blue Island Man Faces Arson Charge

Palos Hills police and North Palos Fire Protection district fire crews where they found a parked vehicle ablaze, reports said.

First Will Co. Mosquitoes Test Positive For West Nile Virus: Officials

The mosquitoes were from a batch in Joliet, the Will County Health Department said Monday.

Orland Park Man's COVID Test Fraud Scheme Funneled $153M To Suburban Lab: Feds

The suburban man caused $233 million in fraudulent claims to be submitted, pocketing $60 million for himself, according to the indictment.

Rick Springfield & Friends Bring Back The '80s For Thousands In New Lenox: Photos

Rick Springfield and the I Want My 80s tour took to the stage at New Lenox Commons Friday. Wang Chung, John Waite and Paul Young joined him.

Tax Bills Delayed In Orland Township: Here's The New Due Date

Residents will receive their second installment tax bills later than usual, and the due dates will also be pushed, Assessor says.

CITGO Lemont Refinery Raises Record-Breaking $1 Million For Muscular Dystrophy Association

The Driving for a Cure Golf Outing had the support of 130 companies in attendance, with a total of 375 golfers, CITGO said.

Lineup Set For Orland Park's 2025 Centennial Park West Concert Series

Firefall, Ambrosia and Pablo Cruise will play July 12; Lynyrd Skynyrd on August 8; Trace Adkins on August 30.

Know Before You Go: Fireworks To Fly Over McCarthy Park At Tinley July 4 Celebration

The 'works are back at McCarthy Park, with a full day of fun planned beginning at 10 a.m.

Summer Art Bazaar Returns to Tinley Park’s Flipside Brewing, 16 Artists Lined Up

Sixteen local artists, new smash burger, and craft beer set for Sunday, July 6.

'A Big Win': Opening Date Set For Tinley Park's Harmony Square

The multi-use plaza will make its debut July 18. The BoDeans will play a free concert, and the weekend rolls on with the 2-day Block Party.

Volunteer At Marist's Southside Summer Fest And Get 1 Free Ticket And A T-Shirt

Marist High School is seeking volunteers to help with the 2025 Southside Summer Fest on July 19.

Antique Tractor, Steam Engine Show Set To Roll In To Manhattan Farm

The Will County Threshermen's Association annual show is held July 17–20 at Spiess Farm.

Alsip Home & Nursery Hosts Pollinator Palooza, Releasing 100 Butterflies

The Pollinator Palooza will feature butterflies, gardening talk, a scavenger hunt and more.

Flossmoor Village Clerk Resigns, Village Seeks Applicants For Role

The deadline to apply is Monday, July 7.

L-W Business Women's Org Awards $42K In Scholarships To Local Women, Celebrates Recipients

The group celebrated the recipients at a dinner on June 17.

Bridgeview Celebrates Red, White And Blue With Fireworks, Weinermobile, Family Fun

Celebrate Independence Day at Commissioner's Park in Bridgeview, July 3, for family fun, fireworks, food trucks, the Weinermobile and more.

Volunteer At Marist's Southside Summer Fest And Get 1 Free Ticket And A T-Shirt

Marist High School is seeking volunteers to help with the 2025 Southside Summer Fest on July 19.

'Sparks In The Park' Free Fireworks Show Blasts Off Thursday At Ozinga Field

Head over to Ozinga Field in Crestwood Thursday, July 3, for "Sparks In The Park," featuring a free movie in the park and fireworks.

Look To The Skies As Meteor Activity Begins In July

Meteor shower activity will heat up in July; the Perseids will begin July 17.