Man Hit, Killed Changing Tire | State Rep. Quits | DUI For Deputy

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Tuesday, April 9.

Tinley Man, 28, Fatally Struck By Car While Changing Tire On I-55: ISP

The accident happened Sunday evening on I-55 Southbound near Cicero Avenue.

• Tinley Man Killed Changing Tire Was 'Awe-Inspiring' Marine: GoFundMe
  Nikolas Hutto, 28, died Sunday evening after being hit by a car while changing a tire on I-55.

State Rep. Ozinga Resigns Abruptly, Replacement To Be Named In 30 Days

State Rep. Tim Ozinga, of Mokena, has stepped down from his seat in the state legislature. He did not give a reason.

DUI Charges For Off-Duty Will County Sheriff's Deputy In Wreck

Sheriff's Deputy Michael Franc has retained long-time Joliet criminal defense lawyer Ted Hammel, who specializes in DUI cases.

911 Caller Claiming To Be Boy Who Shot Brother Was Hoax: New Lenox PD

A report of a 16-year-old boy shooting his 22-year-old brother was determined to be a swatting call, New Lenox Police said Friday.

Midlothian Man, 44, Arrested In Orland Park Carjacking: Police

The carjacking happened Wednesday in the 15100 block of Orlan Brook Drive, police said.

Heavy Police Activity, Sheriff's Investigation In Tinley Park: PD

The investigation is happening at 176th and 71st Avenue Tuesday morning.

Burbank Man Found Deceased In Bus Shelter On Harlem Avenue

Worth police do not suspect foul play.

Childcare Scammer Used Money To Buy Bentley, House In Mokena: Feds

The scheme allowed her to fraudulently obtain $3.3M in state subsidies intended to provide low-income families with childcare.

'Back In Business': Vital Tinley Agency Ready To Re-open Resale Shop

Together We Cope's resale shop will reopen Wednesday, April 10, after more than a year of rebuilding after a fire.

Lineup Set For Tinley Park's Music In The Plaza 2024

Shows are set for select Saturdays June through September, in Zabrocki Plaza.

Evergreen Park Sets Public Hearing For Marijuana Dispensary

The Evergreen Park Village Board will convene a public hearing Monday, April 15, to consider a special use permit for a marijuana dispensary.

Homewood-Flossmoor Man Remembered For 'Interesting, Successful' Life

Myles Franklin Dowie MacCormack, 78, resided in both Homewood and Flossmoor, family said. He was known for many passions and hobbies.

South Suburban Death Notices, Week Of April 8

South suburban obituaries and available visitation information.