Robbers Nabbed | Firefighter Hurt In Blaze | Car Smashes Thru Salon

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Tuesday, Feb. 20.

Home Destroyed, Firefighter Injured In Orland Park House Fire

The fire happened overnight in the 14700 block of Holly Court.

Elderly 'Leaping Bandit' And Accomplice Accused In 7 Bank Heists: FBI

The pair were nabbed in a midnight raid at an Oak Lawn mobile home park on Feb. 14 after robbing a Hickory Hills Chase Bank, the FBI said.

8 Hurt When Car Crashes Through Orland Hills Sports Clips: OFPD

It happened Sunday afternoon at the Orland Hills business.

2 Teens Arrested In Street Takeover At 103rd And California: Police

The pair were part of a car caravan that caused damage to lawns and struck an unoccupied Evergreen Park police vehicle, CPD said.

Confusion As Manhattan D114 Superintendent, Head Of HR Resign Abruptly

Superintendent Russell Ragon and Director of HR Chris Ruddy both resigned abruptly late last week. The board told families Saturday.

Visitation Set For Beloved, Longtime Oak Forest Alderwoman

Former Oak Forest First Ward Alderwoman Laura Gray died Feb. 14. She was 62 years old.

Pedestrian, 18, Struck By Car Friday Night: Homewood Police

The incident happened Friday just before 8 p.m. at 185th and Kedzie Avenue.

Long-Vacant Oak Forest Ace Hardware Building Under Demolition

Demolition began on the vacant Ace Hardware on 155th and Cicero Tuesday.

Painting, Music, Demos, Exhibits On Tap At 'An Evening In The Gallery'

Explore the offerings of Acorn To Oak Studios this Friday, Feb. 23, Oak Lawn's newest independent, non-profit arts organization.

'Joyride' In Mokena Park Destroys Field, Damages Playground

The incidents happened at Willowview Park late last month and again this week, officials said.

Moraine Valley Hosts Public Service Career Fair

Explore Moraine Valley Community College public service programs and meet police, fire and public service representatives Thursday, Feb. 22.

Lewis Alumni Comedy Showcase At BAC Creates Mental Health Awareness

'Laugh To Raise Awareness' comedy showcase, Feb. 24, at the Beverly Arts Center will raise funds for Lewis University counseling services.

South Suburban Fish Fry Roundup for Lent 2024

Check Patch's list of fish fry events happening on Chicago's South Side and south suburbs for the 2024 Lenten season.

South Suburban Death Notices, Week of February 19

South suburban obituaries and available visitation information.