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

St. Laurence High School On Remote Learning After SUV Crashes In Building

St. Laurence High School officials said the driver was not a student or anyone associated with the school.

Students Said While Not Surprised, It Was Still A Shock To Hear Of Trinity's Closing

Palos Heights Mayor Bob Straz calls the college's closure "a sad day for Palos Heights and more so for the Trinity community."

'It's Going To Be Beautiful': New Lenox Tru Country's Owners Eye Spring Opening

The blighted TJ's is no longer—Tru Country stands bright and white in its place. Its owner talks progress, vision and opening timeline.

No Benzene Violations From CITGO Refinery: Romeoville

The village said it reached out to CITGO and the Illinois EPA after residents expressed concerns about air quality near the refinery.

Homer Glen Mayor Enters Republican Primary For Lieutenant Governor

Christina Neitzke-Troike is running alongside video gambling and real estate mogul Rick Heidner, who hopes to challenge Gov. JB Pritzker.

Crash Closes I-80 West Near New Lenox: State Police

The crash happened just before 11:30 a.m. Thursday, state police said.

New Lenox Hints At Something Special Coming To Christmas In The Commons

Village officials have a surprise in store for this year's Christmas in the Commons—and no, we won't tell you what it is.

'I Loved It Here': Manhattan Village Administrator Resigns To Return To Police Leadership Elsewhere

Manhattan trustees on Tuesday accepted the resignation of Jeff Wold, who began as Village Administrator in 2024.

Turkey Trot, Diaper Dash, Free-Throw Contest Lined Up For Orland's Thanksgiving Week

The Village of Orland Park on Wednesday shared its schedule of Thanksgiving week events.

Metra's 'Holiday Trains' Set To Roll, Tickets On Sale Soon

Tickets are $10 each and go on sale Nov. 17 at noon. Rides will be offered on five rail lines, and tickets are expected to sell out.

Harlem Avenue's 'Little Palestine Way' Honorary Street Passed By IL House, Now In Senate

HJR 0046 designates a section of Harlem Avenue as "Little Palestine Way," honoring the countless contributions of Palestinian-Americans.

The Promenade's 'Holiday Magic In Motion' Light Display Begins

A free, one-day celebration to kick off the display will be held on Nov. 15.

Village To Honor 7 Names Added To Memorial Wall In Veterans Day Ceremony

The Village of Orland Park will host a Veterans Day ceremony on Tuesday, Nov. 11 at 11 a.m.

Fresh Off The Easel, Original Art On Sale This Weekend At Acorn To Oaks Studios

Oak Lawn's independent creative center Acorn to Oak Studios will host an open house and under $300 art sale Nov. 7 through Nov. 9.

Three VVSD Schools Earn Exemplary Designation From Illinois State Board of Education

This is the third year in a row Jane Addams Middle School has earned the Exemplary designation, the District said.

Romeoville Board Honors Local Restaurant On 20th Anniversary

Mayor John Noak said the restaurant has been a "big part" of the community.