2nd Man Dies After Crash | Cop's Firing Unjust | $27K Lost In Scam

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Thursday, Feb. 6.

Unjustly Fired Police Sergeant Must Be Reinstated, Arbitrator Orders Orland Park

An arbitrator last month found in favor of William Sanchez, saying the Village didn't prove its case that he had been fired with cause.

2nd Man Dies After Lemont Tesla Crash: Will County Sheriff

The 33-year-old man is the second death in a single-vehicle crash that happened at 2:11 a.m. Wednesday.

Palos Hills Resident Loses $27K In Apple Wallet Scam

The resident received a fraud alert from someone who identified himself as a Chase Bank representative to clear up a fraudulent charge.

Romeoville Man Charged With Sexual Assault Of A Child

Romeoville officers responded to a residence at 1:10 a.m. Monday for a report of a sexual assault.

Fugitive Bridegroom Extradition From Mexico To U.S. May Take A Year

Over the 12 years Arnoldo Jimenez spent running, Burbank police and the FBI never stopped fighting to bring justice for Estrella Carrera.

Queen Of Hearts Coming To Oak Forest Bar, Will Benefit Together We Cope

Marcotte's Bar and Grill in Oak Forest will host the popular game, with tickets on sale beginning Feb. 20.

Tickets Still Available For Crisis Center's Gala Fundraiser

The "Sweet Home Chicago" event is set for Feb. 22 at The Odyssey Country Club in Tinley Park.

Local Police, Will County Sheriff Lead Citizens Police Academy 2025

Frankfort, New Lenox, Mokena, and Manhattan police are teaming up with the Will County Sheriff's Department in the 10-session course.

Applications Open For Scholarship In Memory Of Manhattan Teen

Jackson Lewis was 15 when he took his own life in June 2020. His parents and a close friend continue to honor his memory.

Slates Firmed Up For Manhattan Election, Campaigns Get Rolling

Mayor Mike Adrieansen and sitting trustee Dave Beemsterboer will face off in April. The board will see new faces, whichever slate wins.

Orland Township Launches Initiative To Help Residents Claim Property Tax Savings

The program assists residents in claiming property tax savings available from previous years, the Township said.

Frankfort Chamber To Host Meet The Candidates Event

Frankfort mayoral candidates and village trustee candidates will be in attendance at the event.

Comics Use Laughter To Create Mental Health Awareness Saturday At BAC

Lewis University alumni will host a comedy showcase benefitting the counseling program Saturday, Feb. 8 at the Beverly Arts Center.

League Of Women Voters Hosts 'Nature And Neighborhoods' Presentation

Palos Orland League of Women Voters will host a program Saturday, Feb. 8, on the impact of Illinois parks at the Palos Heights Library.

Groundbreaking Set For Watermain Extension, Water Treatment Plant

Manhattan officials are preparing to begin work on a watermain extension and rehabilitation of Well No. 7 into a water treatment facility.