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Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Thursday, April 17.

17-Year-Old Fatally Shot, Homicide Investigation Underway In Bolingbrook: Cops

The victim, Daniel Starks, of Bolingbrook, was pronounced dead at 11:45 p.m.

Spencer Trail Principal Remembered As 'Guiding Light' In NL D122: Superintendent

Spencer Trail Principal Deirdre Scott died April 11 after a cancer battle.

New Lenox Man, 65, Killed In Frankfort Crash: Coroner

A New Lenox man died Wednesday night following a crash on Wolf Road in Frankfort, the Will County Coroner's Office said.

Lockport Pizzeria Offers 1 Year Of Free Pizza To Anyone Who IDs Attempted Burglars

Police said three suspects got out of a vehicle and struck a window and the front door of the business with landscaping bricks.

Sean Casten Talks To Rural Voters In 'Deep Red' Dixon, Ill., Boyhood Home Of Ronald Reagan

The Democratic congressman tries to quell fears and worries of rural Illinois voters, but says the nation is in a constitutional crisis.

Ruse Burglaries Reported In Eastern Will County: Sheriff

The most recent incidents happened in the Plum Valley and Willow Brook Estates subdivisions in Crete Township, the sheriff's office said.

CBD-Infused Peeps And Pizza: SunKissed Greenz Celebrates 2nd Anniversary, 420

Mokena's SunKissed Greenz is eager to celebrate its 2nd anniversary, in conjunction with 420.

Fido's Landing Dog Rescue Finds Its Forever Home, In Homewood; Fosters Needed

Fido's Landing is moving into space on 183rd Street, and they already feel like they're part of the community.

A 'Stable' Force: Manhattan Rescue Farm Seeks Mentors For Foster Kids

HHH Ranch is launching a program to develop life skills in foster children with complex trauma needs. They're in need of mentors.

'Like A Miracle': Homer Glen Couple Grateful To Paramedics After Near-Fatal Heart Attack

Last month, Lenny visited the Homer Township Fire Protection District to thank the paramedics who saved his life.

H-F Park District Seeks Board Member For Vacancy

One seat on the board will be vacant as of May 20. The board will appoint someone to fill it, until the next election on April 6, 2027.

Prescription Drug Take Back Day Set In Orland Park

Residents are encouraged to clean out medicine cabinets to keep dangerous drugs from falling into the wrong hands.

LTHS Celebrates 2025 World Language Honor Society Inductees

The annual World Language Honor Society Induction Ceremony was held April 16, and 122 students were inducted.

Follow The Yellow Brick Road To Elim Christian Services Wizard Of Oz Themed 5K

Run, walk or roll in Elim Christian Services' Eagles Wings 5K on May 3 in Crestwood.