Car Rams Store In Smash-And-Grab | Slayings Still Unsolved 18 Yrs Later | Blood, Saliva Spat At Guard

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Tuesday, Sept. 23.

Car Rammed Into Orland Park GameStop In Smash-And-Grab: Orland PD

The incident happened early Monday morning, police said.

Brutal Slayings Of Momence Burger King Employees Still Unsolved, State Police Ask For Public's Help

There are still no answers in the 2007 fatal stabbings of two employees at the Momence Burger King. State police aren't giving up.

Tinley Park Man, 33, Spat Blood, Saliva At Silver Cross Hospital Security Guard: NLPD

The incident happened the evening of Sept. 20 at the New Lenox hospital.

Man Robbed At Gunpoint In Casino Parking Lot: Homewood PD

The armed robbery took place just after midnight Friday, police said.

Students Speak Up For Oak Forest HS Teacher Under Scrutiny For Charlie Kirk Post

An OFHS alumna started a petition in support of Laurie Genardo, a beloved longtime English teacher at the school.

Defendant's Actions Are 'Nothing Short Of Outrageous, Dangerous Conduct,' Judge Says

The 19-year-old Bridgeview man accused in a fatal crash had more than four times the legal limit of THC is his blood, prosecutor said.

Semi Engulfed In Flames On I-80, No Injuries: Illinois State Police

The truck fire happened Sunday around 12:30 p.m., state police said.

Matteson Man On 'One Man Crime Spree' Ordered Detained For Dragging EP Cop: Judge

The 25-year-old Matteson man is a suspect in two other unrelated fleeing and eluding incidents, and has a pending weapons case.

Lockport Business Closed Until Further Notice After Fire

The Lockport Township Fire Protection District said crews responded at 9 p.m. and found a working fire in the stockroom of the business.

New Lenox Family's Haunted Trail Set For Weekend Scares

The trail running Sept. 27–28 is filled with scares. Donations to NAWS of Mokena, Sojourn Therapeutic Riding Center of Frankfort encouraged.

Arrest Made In Graffiti Incidents At Flossmoor Metra Station, Leavitt Park: Police

Police announced the arrest on Thursday. The graffiti containing racial slurs was discovered late last month.

Opening Date Set For New Lenox Jack In The Box

The New Lenox Jack In The Box will open soon, with fans ready to indulge in the Cali-based chain.

'We Were All At Peace': Hundreds Attend Charlie Kirk Memorial Gathering In Manhattan

The memorial vigil was held Saturday in a parking lot in downtown Manhattan.

'Truly A Blessing': Drug That Saved Orland Park Baby With Rare Condition Approved By FDA

The FDA said Friday that it granted accelerated approval to the first drug that can treat a rare syndrome impacting an Orland Park family.

Homer Glen Man, 29, Spat Blood And Saliva In Face Of Silver Cross Hospital Security: NLPD

The man was charged with aggravated battery in the Sept. 18 incident.

Halloween 2025: Submit Your Haunt For Patch's Tour O' Scary Yards

Patch is compiling its 2025 guide to Chicagoland's Best Halloween Yard Displays. You know what to do: submit your yard haunt today.

New Lenox's 'Last Call Before Fall' To Send Off Summer With Soups, Brews, Kids Fun

Fall market added! The all-ages event Sept. 27 is free, with kids' activities, an Empty Bowls soup-tasting, and local beers sold.

St. Joseph's Pints And Pork Challenge To Pit Breweries, BBQ Teams In Taste Battle

Pints and Pork is set for Saturday, Sept. 27 in the parking lot of St. Joseph School in Manhattan.

Vigil, Trivia Night, Charity Beer: Crisis Center Rallies Support For Domestic Violence Awareness Month

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The Crisis Center for South Suburbia has several efforts in store.

Village Seeks Vendors For Tinley Park's Holiday Market

The Tinley Park Holiday Market will be held at Harmony Square, Dec. 6–7. Applications for vendors are open now.

Dance Studio's Second Location Moves Forward In Frankfort

Southwest Synergy Dance operates a location in Tinley Park, and this would be a second location for the business.

Athens Park Playground, Path And Pavilions Opening Soon

Not all of the park's amenities are ready yet; the dog park will open in spring 2026.

Romeoville Freddy's Frozen Custard Location Closes

The Romeoville business had opened in December 2022 at 440 S. Weber Road.

Manhattan Short Film Festival Brings Global Shorts To Evergreen Park Library

View and vote on the 10 finalists' films from seven countries Sept. 25, Sept. 27 and Sept. 29 at the Evergreen Park Public Library.

Van Sipma Jewelers To Celebrate 125 Years In Business With Vintage & Estate Jewelry Event

The Homewood jeweler will host a week-long celebration that includes a chance to shop a curated collection of vintage and estate jewelry.