'Squatter' Guilty | 1 Dead In Shooting | Village Shames Flag Fiasco

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Thursday, June 6.

Tinley Park 'Squatter' Found Guilty, Finally

Michele Parker had quite the deal going, living in a lovely Tinley Park home rent- and mortgage-free for two years.

Fatal Crestwood Shooting Believed Tied To Road Rage: Police

One driver pulled out a gun when the other driver, a CCL holder, fired the fatal shot at him, police said. The other driver is cooperating.

Village Of Homer Glen 'Does Not Condone' Township Flying Flag Upside-Down

In a message Tuesday, the Village of Homer Glen said these actions were "in no way supported by the Village."

Tinley Park Brewers Put Heads Together In 'Trolley Beer' Collaboration

Brewers from four spots drew inspiration from the Tinley Park Ale Trail Trolley, an experience that runs Wednesday nights in town.

Cedar And Haven Road Closures Planned For Utility Work: Village

Plan ahead for detours the next 3-4 weeks at and around the Cedar, Haven intersection, officials said.

Manhattan Police Chief Shifts Into Vacant Village Administrator Role

Jeff Wold will fill the Village Administrator role vacated last month by Nick Palmer. Commander Ryan Gulli is the new police chief.

5K In Memory Of Manhattan Teen Set For August, Registration Open

Manhattan resident Jackson Lewis was 15 and a freshman at Lincoln-Way West when he took his own life in June 2020.

Rascal Flatts' Gary LeVox Opens Orland Summer Concert Series June 8

It's country night at the new Centennial West stage, with Rascal Flatts' LeVox, and openers Jesse Haines and Hunter Hayes.

Rollover Juices Jackpot To $641K In Park Lawn Queen Of Hearts Raffle

The queen still hasn't shown up in the Park Lawn Queen of Hearts Raffle as the jackpot climbs to $641,000. Tickets on sale for June 12 pull.

St. Catherine of Alexandria Carnival 2024: Know Before You Go

The St. Catherine of Alexandria Carnival runs June 5 to June 9, featuring rides, games, raffles, bands and a beer garden in Oak Lawn.

7-Year-Old Girl Finds Rare Blue-Eyed Cicada 'Bluey' In Oak Lawn

Ava found a one-in-a-million blue-eyed cicada at a birthday party near Covington Elementary School. His name is Bluey.

Will County First Responders Train Hands-On For Active Threat Calls

The Will County Emergency Management Agency hosted the training for police, fire, and dispatch agencies.

Summer Classes Offer Array Of Learning Opportunities At Moraine Valley

Registration is underway for summer credit- and non-credit courses at Moraine Valley Community College. Classes start June 10 and July 8.

SXU Golf Classic Tees Off For Student Scholarships, Registration Open

Tee off for Saint Xavier University student scholarships at the 27th annual golf classic Thursday, Aug. 8 at Silver Lake Country Club.

Fridays On The Green Kick Off June 7

The popular event series, sponsored by Frankfort Public Library, will continue through July 26.

New Alderperson Appointed To Lockport City Council

Susan King was appointed to serve the unexpired term of former Alderman Patrick Sheehan.

H-F Juneteenth Festival 2024 Set To Celebrate Heritage, Community

The event is scheduled for Wednesday, June 19 from 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Homewood-Flossmoor High School.

Lincoln-Way East Student Awarded College-Sponsored Merit Scholarship

Lincoln-Way East student James Legno, of Frankfort, received a National Merit Purdue University scholarship.

More Than 100 Homes On The Map For Manhattan's Villagewide Garage Sale

There are 109 homes ready for you to shop during the sale June 7–8.

Nearly 300 Homes Participating In Oak Forest Citywide Garage Sale

The bargain-hunting adventure will take place on June 7–8, and offers local residents the opportunity to seek out neighborhood treasures.