4 Cleared In Brawl | Threats To State Rep. | Pope Linked To Priest Sex Abuse Cases

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Thursday, May 22.

Man Threatened State Rep From Homer Glen: State Police

On May 16, Illinois State Police were notified of an alleged threat made to State Rep. La Ha, who represents Homer Glen.

Testimony Hinged Upon Surveillance Video Of Altercation In June 2024 Barraco's Bar Brawl

The four men, all 20, were acquitted on charges of violently attacking restaurant workers when they were escorted out for underage drinking.

Priest Abuse Survivor Network Decries New Pope For Link To Ousted McGrath, Other Cases

Robert Prevost led the Augustinians as abuse allegations against priests—including Providence Catholic HS's Richard McGrath—festered.

Teacher Attacks Student, Leaving Multiple Children Injured In South Suburbs: Reports

Parents are calling for the superintendent to resign, according to reports.

Sentencing Delayed For Man, 21, Convicted In New Lenox Homicide

Kevin Johnson, found guilty in March in the 2020 shooting death of New Lenox's Charlie Baird, has not yet been sentenced.

Missing Oak Forest Man 20, Found Safe: PD

The Oak Forest man, 20, had last been seen May 20 near Northwestern Memorial Palos Hospital, police said.

Tip Leads To Arrest Of Beecher Man On Child Porn Charges: Sheriff

Jasen Zurisk, 49, was arrested in Indiana Monday, May 19. He faces six counts of child pornography, the Will County Sheriff's Office said.

Trustees Push Back Against Orland Mayor's Proposed 'Civility Pledge'

The Orland Park Village Board on Monday bickered over a civility pledge created by newly seated Mayor Jim Dodge.

Beloved Downtown Tinley Park Business Is For Sale, Owner Eager To See It Shine Still

A tea room and coffee bar in downtown Tinley Park has quickly become a local favorite, and its owner is hoping a new face will carry it on.

Mokena's Curtain Call Theatre’s ‘Boeing Boeing’ Is Ready for Takeoff

The "fast-paced romantic farce" is set for performances in June. Tickets are available now.

EP Mustangs Score A Miracle 10-9 Win Over Marist, Thanks To Divine Dust Storm Intervention

Divine intervention? The Evergreen Park Mustangs storm back in the Tony Knight Memorial Game with a 10-run rally during a dust storm.

GoFundMe Started To Help Children, Teachers And Others Recover From Transfiguration Crash

"Now, it is our turn to rally together and provide meaningful support to those most impacted."

Creative Kids, Teens Needed To Star In Manhattan's Young Entrepreneur Market

The market is set for Saturday, July 19. It's open to business-minded youth ages 17 and younger. Registration is required.

Manhattan To Dedicate 'I Honor' Veteran Tribute Banners In Ceremony

A dedication ceremony will be held Sunday, May 25.

SUBURBAN MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONIES

• Oak Forest
• Tinley Park
• Frankfort
• Romeoville

Frankfort Awarded $1.6 Million Grant For Trail Project

The Village said the project will expand the current trail that ends at Pfeiffer Road and Sauk Trail.

Romeoville Receives $5 Million In State Funding For 2 Trail Projects

The Village will receive $2,999,928 for Route 53 corridor improvements and $3 million for the Renwick Road multi-use path.

Over 100 LTHS Students Earn Seal Of Biliteracy Or State Commendation

These distinctions honor students who have demonstrated high levels of proficiency in English and an additional language.