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Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Thursday, Jan. 8.

1 Dead After Car Goes Airborne, Crashes Through Concrete Barrier Onto I-55: Police

I-55 north and Frontage Road are both shut down for investigation and cleanup and will remain closed for several hours, police said.

Missing CPS Teacher's Car Found, But Police Are Not Saying Where: Husband

The husband of missing CPS special education teacher, Linda Brown, 53, says his wife's car has been found, but police aren't saying where.

"It's Just ... 'Mokena'": Couple's Love Story Sparked At Small Town Bar Leads To NYE Proposal In Downtown

She has never been married, and was tired of searching. He was divorced and hadn't thought he'd marry again. It all started at Little Al's.

Palos Hills Resident Thwarts Attempted Carjacking In His Garage

The would-be carjacker pointed a gun at the resident's head, telling him to step out of his vehicle, Palos Hills police said.

Over $788,000 Lost In Financial Exploitation Scheme Targeting Elderly Resident

A senior lost $788,000 in a scheme involving many phone calls, BitCoin, cashiers checks and purchasing of gold, Palos Hills police said.

Celebration Of Life Set For Elwood Man, Owner Of New Lenox Dollar Stop Party Store Killed In Crash

Joshua Villalobos died Dec. 18 in a crash in Elwood. Family this week announced celebration of life arrangements.

Manhattan Police Descend On White Feather Home To Execute Search Warrant

Police were on scene in the 24400 block of Arrowhead Drive Tuesday afternoon.

Amazon Development Proposal Clears Orland Park Plan Commission, Advances To Next Step

The Orland Park Plan Commission on Tuesday voted 6-1 in approval of Amazon's plans to develop 35 acres at 159th and LaGrange Road.

Palos Heights Native Kendall Coyne Schofield Takes Fourth Shot At Olympic Gold

Palos Heights native Kendall Coyne Schofield makes fourth trip with Team USA Women's Hockey team to Olympic Winter Games next month.

Manhattan Rescue Farm Had A Year Unlike They Could Have Imagined, Founder Says

HHH Ranch Founder Christine Doran reflects on 2025, talks about farm's ongoing needs.

Robin Lif Sworn In As New Lockport City Alderwoman

Lif will serve the remainder of Alderman Patrick McDonald's term.

Richards High School Cheerleading Team Hosts Winter Kiddie Cheer Camp For Grades K-8

Grades K-8 are invited to the Richards Cheerleading Team's winter cheer camp Feb. 9, with a half-time show Feb. 10 at the varsity girls team

Cedarhurst Of Frankfort Welcomes Residents To New Independent Living Cottages In February

The new neighborhood at 21507 Wolf Road in Frankfort features 32 cottages, including a community clubhouse and outdoor amenities.

Santera Artist Says She Prayed As She Carved Sculpture Of Our Lady of Guadalupe For SXU

The statue, by Santera artist, Rhonda Crespin, will be added to Saint Xavier University's permanent collection in McDonough Chapel.