Bears To Southland? | Driver Flees Cops, Crashes | Shelter Raises $32K

Miss a day, miss a lot. Let's get all caught up with the Top Southland Stories for Tuesday, July 25.

Richton Park Mayor Wants Village To Be Bears' 'Lucky Winner'

Mayor Rick Reinbold sent a letter to Bears President Kevin Warren pitching the village and Southland region as a perfect home for the team.

Frankfort Man Fled Police Before Crashing In Residential Yard: Cops

Police said Reid Sapato was driving 82 mph before he led cops on a chase that ended up on a dead-end road and eventually, in a backyard.

After $32K Donated, Mokena's NAWS Shelter Hopes To 'Move Forward'

The local non-kill animal shelter faced the possibility of closing permanently, but has rallied behind community support and relief vets.

Driver Stopped By Police Flees, Eludes Officers: Manhattan PD

The incident happened Monday before 5 p.m. Police were not able to find the suspect.

'A Wild Ride': Flipside Brewing Owner Grateful, Amped After 1 Year

The brewery will celebrate its first anniversary with a bash Saturday, July 29. Owner Erik Pizer talks successes and hurdles in year one.

1 Injured In CTA Bus, Car Crash In Evergreen Park

The CTA bus driver was cited for failure to reduce speed, Evergreen Park police said.

Site Of Emmett Till's Viewing, Funeral, To Become National Monument

President Biden expected to proclaim Roberts Temple Church in Chicago and two Mississippi sites national monuments to Till and his mother.

Live Rocks Thousands At Last New Lenox Triple Play Show

Alt-rock classic band Live led a crowd of thousands in singing along to their hits Saturday, July 22 in New Lenox.

'You're At Peace Now': Police Share Touching Photos Of Slain Girl

Jada Moore, 5, died Saturday, July 15, after reportedly suffering abuse at the hands of her grandparents.

Bremen District 228 Hiring Paraprofessionals

Bremen High School District 228 is hiring for spots at its four schools.

Taste Of Orland Park Back For 20th Year, Schedule Packed

The Taste of Orland Park returns August 4–6 at the Orland Park Village Center.

'Fairly Substantial' Increases Coming To Water, Sewer Bill: NL Mayor

The first increase will hit residents' bills in August, with more to come each year for the next several.

Frankfort Renews Contract With Homewood Disposal

The Board approved a five-year contract with Homewood, with an optional three-year extension.

Watch 'The Goonies' Under The Stars In Homer Glen

The activities kick off at 6:30 p.m. with food trucks, followed by the movie starting at dusk.

Will County Sheriff Warns Of Missed Jury Duty Warrant Scam

A phone scam involves a call warning citizens that they've missed jury duty and have a warrant out for their arrest.

Nominate An Outstanding Moraine Valley Alum For 2024 Hall Of Fame

The Moraine Valley Community College is now accepting nominations for the 2020 Alumni Hall of Fame through Aug. 31.

South Suburban Death Notices, Week of July 24

South suburban obituaries and available visitation information.