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

Woman Dies After Apparent Fall In Front Of CTA Bus In South Shore: Police

Chicago police said the woman had approached the CTA bus after it started moving again when she appeared to fall in front of it.

'Indeed A Superhero': Rookie Cop Shot In Line Of Duty 9 Years Ago Dies At 34

A cop whose remarkable recovery after being shot multiple times in 2016 inspired thousands died Wednesday, the department said.

Orland Settles Lawsuit With Unjustly Fired Cop For $550K, Sergeant Reinstated

The suit alleged that the sergeant was fired in February 2024 in retaliation after he filed a complaint against police leadership.

Search Continues Week After Bourbon Street Employee Dan Davis Went Missing

Since her father was reported missing a week ago, his daughter, Wendy Davis, has led a 24/7 ground search in a desperate attempt to find him.

Mokena Man, 39, In Barricade Call Charged With Domestic Battery, Inoperable Rifle Found At Scene: Sheriff

The incident unfolded in the early morning hours Wednesday, the Will County Sheriff's Office said.

Manhattan Contractor Charged With Home Repair Fraud, Theft By Deception

Aaron McMann, of Chi-Line Construction, is named in a criminal complaint filed Dec. 2 in Will County court.

Orland Wants Restraining Order Against Ex-Mayor Pekau To Be Permanent

The lawsuit was filed after the village says Pekau published confidential information, violated privacy laws.

'Just A Fun Ride': Oak Forest HS Reflects On Football Team's Remarkable Season

"Kudos to our kids," the coach said of the Bengals' loss to the Celtics. "They fought as hard as they could until the end."

'A Memory I Will Remember Forever': Lemont Veterans Marvel At Honor Flight Experience

Three veterans from Lemont were aboard the last Honor Flight Chicago for 2025.

OSF Little Company of Mary Medical Centers Set To Knock Down North Pavilion In Spring 2026

A comprehensive structural assessment that determined the North Pavilion building could no longer be feasibly renovated. OSF says.

Nighttime Yuletide Bazaar To Feature 3 Dozen Artists At Tinley Park Brewery

The bazaar comes to Soundgrowler Brewing Saturday, Dec. 6, featuring artists, makers, bakers, sculptors, designers, and specialty vendors.

H-F Organization Collecting Dollar Tree Meal Kits, Food Items For Families In Need

Action for a Better Tomorrow is partnering with Homewood and Flossmoor schools on the collection effort running now through Dec. 16.

Rehab Work Starts On Harlem Avenue Bridges Over 95th Street, Expect Ramp Closures

Work to rehabilitate the Harlem Avenue bridges over 95th Street in Bridgeview, Chicago Ridge and Oak Lawn will start Friday, Dec. 5.

New Exhibit Celebrating Downtown Lockport Now Open At Gaylord Building

"50 Years to Overnight Success: The Story of the Lockport National Historic District, 1975–2025" runs through March.

Senior Living Community Proposed In Romeoville

The project is located on a 6-acre lot, south of Scene 75 in the Romeo Crossing Shopping Center.

3rd Annual Southwest Job Fair Set To Connect Job Seekers, Employers

The Southwest Job Fair will be held Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026 at the Tinley Park Convention Center. Save the date.