Gun Threat In Drive-Thru | Cop Misplaces Gun | Underage Party Mayhem

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Tuesday, Oct. 29.

Man, 19, Pointed Gun At Portillo's Employee: Homewood PD

The incident happened in the drive-thru of the restaurant Sunday, police said.

Manhattan Police Officer Forgets Gun At Lockport Restaurant: Report

A Manhattan police officer could face disciplinary action after leaving their gun behind at a Lockport business.

200 Minors At Party Cause 'Disturbance,' 2 Adults Cited: PD

The party happened in the White Feather subdivision Oct. 19, police said.

D230 Teachers Still Without Contract As Talks Continue In November

The Dist. 230 Federation of Teachers and CCSD 230 Board of Education have been working with a federal mediator to reach a new contract.

Hundreds Support Fundraiser For Foundation In Memory of New Lenox Man

The Tyler Koscinski Memorial Foundation held its inaugural fundraising event on Saturday, Oct. 26.

Palos Hills Wine And Spirits Shop Targeted In Smash-And-Grab Burglary

Three people entered Maple Lake Wine and Spirits shop after busting the window while a fourth person stood outside as lookout, police say.

University Park Juvenile Arrested In Carjacking Attempt: Flossmoor PD

Flossmoor police on Oct. 23 made an arrest in the June 7, 2024 incident.

'She Brings Light': Tinley HS Teacher Wins 'Heroes Of The Classroom'

Lauren Brazel was voted the winner among 10 finalists from around the country.

Park Lawn Queen Of Hearts Still Rolling Over As Jackpot Reaches $1.8M

Park Lawn's progressive raffle keeps rolling over where the jackpot has reached $1.8 million+. Tickets are on sale for the Oct. 30 pull.

'Shopapalooza' Til You Drop At McAuley Mothers Club Vendor Fair

Mother McAuley High School Shopapalooza features over 90 boutique vendors, crafters and food trucks Saturday, Nov. 2.

Lincoln-Way East Vs. Niles West In First Round Of Football Playoffs

Lincoln-Way East will play Niles West on Friday.

Bloom High School Hosts Successful Second Voter Registration Drive

The drive was held last month, and aimed to increase civic engagement among young people by making voter registration accessible.

Spartan Girls Volleyball Steamrolls Way To Second Conference Title

The Oak Lawn Community High School girls volleyball is packed with veteran talent as team picks up SSC title and finishes dream season 12-1.

Acorn To Oak Hosts Under $300 Art Sale, Open House

Oak Lawn's independent creative center Acorn to Oak Studios will host an open house and under $300 art sale Nov. 1 through Nov. 3.