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Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Tuesday, March 4.

Woman Left Kids, 2 and 4, Alone In Car To Play Slots: New Lenox PD

The kids were left in the car outside Rte 30 Liquors on Feb. 25, police said.

Fatal Shooting Outside Bar Was Over Parking: Glenwood PD

A Tinley Park man, 31, was shot and killed in an act of self-defense during a confrontation over parking, police said.

Man Touched Buttocks Of Girl, 11, Near School: Midlothian Police

Police are looking to identify a man in the Feb. 21 incident at 148th and Central Park.

Charges In Worth Shooting Pending DNA Analysis, 3 Or More In Custody

At least three or more suspects believed tied to Monday's shooting on South Depot Street are in custody, Worth police said in an update.

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  Three males believed to be involved in the shooting were found in the area, along with a gun, steel safe and several vehicles, police said.

Chicago Man Charged With Attempted Murder In Ford Heights Shooting

The shooting happened in fall 2024 in the parking lot of a liquor store.

Central Avenue Drenched In Green For Oak Forest Fleadh's Sweet 16

Oak Forest residents celebrated the 16th annual Oak Forest Fleadh Saturday, March 1.

Andy Grammer, The Revivalists Set To Play In New Lenox: Village

Two more acts in the New Lenox Summer Concert Series were announced Monday.

Project Fire Buddies Launches 'Lake Jump' Fundraiser With $20K Goal

Lake jumpers will dive into icy water at Sunset Lakes in Manhattan. Funds raised will support Project Fire Buddies. Spots still remain.

Auditions Set For 'The SpongeBob Musical' At Homewood Theatre

23 Miles South Theatre will hold auditions Friday, March 7 from 6 to 8 p.m.

L-W West Sends 5 Wrestlers To State, 1 Takes Podium Spot

Lincoln-Way West had five qualifiers at IHSA individual state finals at State Farm Center in Champaign Feb. 20–22.

Flossmoor Neighborhood St. Patrick's Day Parade Set For March 15

The parade steps off at 1 p.m. March 15, at the Flossmoor Community Church's Community House.

Free Severe Weather Spotter Training Coming To New Lenox

The training will be held Wednesday, April 2, following a safety expo and touch-a-truck event.

Velvet Bakery Offers Paczki At 2024 Prices, Despite High Cost of Eggs

Anna Kaliszak expects to roll out 35,000 paczki on Fat Tuesday, March 4, at the Velvet Bakery in Oak Lawn.

Flashbacks And New Experiences Found At Long, Live Vinyl Records

Retiring teacher Mike Keysboe returns to his vinyl roots at his new buy, sell, trade record shop, Long Live Vinyl Records in Palos Park.

McAuley Senior Maggie Zuber Places 2nd In IHSA Girls Wrestling Finals

Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School celebrates Maggie Zuber's second-place finish in the IHSA girls wrestling finals in Bloomington.

LHS Junior Is Class 2A Individual Wrestling State Champion

The school said Heeg finished the season with a 41-3 record and is Lemont's first state champion since 2020.

South Suburban Kids Mean Business At Youth Entrepreneur Fair

Eighty students ages 6 to 14 showed off their brands, won some prizes and made money at the children's business fair at Moraine Valley.

Simmons Jr. Muslim Student Association Stocks Food Pantry For Ramadan

Simmons Middle School students team up with OLCHS and Richards MSA groups to collect food items for the Mosque Foundation food pantry.

LTHS Board Approves 2025-26 School Year Calendar

The first day of the 2025-26 school year will be Aug. 18.

Annual Family Health Fair Returns To Orland Sportsplex March 22

The fair is free to attend and open to all ages.