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Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top news for Thursday, Feb. 20.

Lockport Man To Be Charged In Carjacking At Silver Cross Campus

Ali Salamah, 25, will be charged in the Tuesday incident at the Silver Cross campus, New Lenox Police said Thursday.

Mokena Medical Device Company To Pay $1 Million Fine In Fraud Case

A Mokena man and his medical device company have agreed to a hefty fine to defer federal prosecution.

'Our Go-To Guy': Fans, Colleague Honor Beloved Manhattan Weatherman In Terminal Fight

Manhattan Weather Channel's Dan Casper has been diagnosed with lung cancer. He is terminal, and will soon enter hospice care.

Tinley Park Mom Unite Parents Of Neurodiverse Children

A Feb. 19 event is geared toward parents of neurodiverse children, in hopes of building community within Tinley Park.

'A Homewood Institution': Beloved Former Trustee, Business Owner Tom Kataras Dies At 75

Former trustee, passionate businessman, invested resident—Tom Kataras wore many hats during his 50 years living in Homewood.

Help Raise Money For CPD Bulletproof Vests By Eating Pancakes

"Get Behind The Vest," pancake breakfast is set for Feb. 22, with other events planned to raise money to buy police vests for CPD officers.

South Side Irish Parade Pre-Parade Bash Planned At 115 Bourbon Street

The annual pre-parade fundraiser at 115 Bourbon Street on Feb. 22 features Irish music, bites, beverages and selection of the Parade Queen.

D218, Partner Districts Plan Educators Career Fair Saturday

Learn about teaching openings and more at CHSD 218 and partner districts Saturday, Feb. 22, at the CHSD Administrative Center in Oak Lawn.

Prairie Park Path Resurfacing Approved By Frankfort Board

The project is funded by a grant from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity.

Frankfort Board Approves Purchase Of EV Chargers

The Village will purchase EV chargers for the new Smith, White streets parking lots; and replace the charger at the Breidert Green lot.

Early Voting Begins March 17 In Homer Glen, Lockport

The consolidated election is April 1.

Pfeiffer Road Extension Project Receives Public Works Award

The award was given by the American Public Works Association Chicago Metro Chapter.

Volunteers Needed For Mokena Village Clean-up Event

The cleanup event is set for Saturday, April 12. Volunteers will work in several locations throughout Mokena.

Flossmoor D161 Kindergarten Registration Opens March 4

Kindergarten registration for the 2025-2026 school year begins Tuesday, March 4, at each of the district's elementary schools.

'Beers, Burgers And a Bazaar' Back At Tinley Park Brewery

The Flipside Bazaar returns Sunday, Feb. 23, with a selection of 13 artists and vendors.