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Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Tuesday, Nov. 25.

Chicago Man, 20, Fired At Car Before Being Fatally Shot: Kankakee Police

The incident happened Sunday in the 900 block of Court Street.

18-Year-Old Crew Member Shot By Associate During Robbery Attempt At EP Walmart: Police

A struggle ensued during a robbery, when the 18-year-old was shot by a fellow crew member Saturday at the Evergreen Park Walmart, cops say.

New Lenox Man, 62, Threatened Woman With Hunting Knife During Fight: Police

The incident happened Friday night on Hawthorne Lane.

'Anything To Help Our Son': Oak Forest Family Needs To Find Living Liver Donor For Teen

The 18-year-old still needs to find his match in a living liver donor. Find out how to help.

Three-Car Crash In Burbank Sends 2 To Hospital, Vehicles Hit Residence, Front Steps

Three vehicles crashed near 79th Street and Le Claire Avenue Monday afternoon in Burbank, sending one vehicle hurtling into a residence.

Tinley Park Woman, 54, Embezzled $615K From Former Employer: U.S. Attorney

The woman directed the money into her personal bank account, and used it for rent, utility bills, clothes, furniture and more.

All Clear Given After Suspicious Package Reported At Tinley Post Office

The post office and immediate area were evacuated as a precaution Saturday afternoon.

Man Spotted Peeking In Cars In Manhattan Caught In Midst Of Car Burglary In New Lenox: Police

The incident happened in the early morning hours Nov. 18, police said.

Man Tries To Use Fake Cash To Buy Dirt Bike, Crashes It During Getaway: New Lenox Police

The buyer handed over just $1,900 of $4,900, and the seller suspected the cash was fake. When he tried to stop the sale, the buyer fled.

Village Of Orland Park To Roll Out New Utility Billing System

The current portal, Citizen Access, will be disabled on Monday, Dec. 8 and replaced with Citizen Self Service.

New Lenox Unveils Great Big Addition To Lights Display Ahead Of Christmas In The Commons

The Village of New Lenox this week revealed its newest feature to the lights display at the Commons.

Oak Forest 'Church Ladies' Hold Pop-Up Pierogi Sale Ahead Of Christmas

The "Church Ladies Test Kitchen" of Lutheran Church of the Resurrection will hold a one-day sale on Saturday, Dec. 13.

Tinley Park Rolls Out Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

There will be 16 chargers, available for use and payment with an app.

Manhattan Set To Shine In Christmas On State 2025

Manhattan holiday festivities start with Round Barn Farm's Winter Fest Dec. 5, followed by a Dec. 6 Parade of Lights, tree lighting.

No Property Tax Rebate This Year, New Lenox Mayor Explains Why

New Lenox Mayor Tim Baldermann affirms that there will not be a property tax refund this year.

Santa Lands At Worth Township To Hear Children's Wishes, Silent Santa Offered

Santa returns to Worth Township Center Dec. 9 to Dec. 10, with Dec. 8 set aside for children with sensory sensitivities in Alsip.

Moraine Valley Casting 'The Birds,' Seeks Actors Of All Ages And Backgrounds

People of all ages, ethnicities, gender identities and backgrounds are encouraged to audition for 'The Birds' at MVCC, Monday, Dec. 1.

Visitation, Mass Set For Sr. JoAnn Persch, Beloved Sister Of Mercy, Immigrant Advocate

Visitation for Sr. JoAnn Persch, a 73-year member of the Sisters of Mercy, is set for Nov. 23, followed by Mass, Nov. 24, St. Barnabas.

Village Seeks Applications For 2026 'Benches On the Avenue'

The theme of the next installment of the public art display is "Party in the USA."

Nicky V's Opens Location Inside Lemont Gas N Wash

Nicky V's started in Oak Forest in 2019, and has locations in Mt. Greenwood, New Lenox, Bedford Park, Merrionette Park and Oak Forest.

Will County Board Candidates File Dueling Election Objections, 1 Removed From Ballot

The two candidates also filed objections against each other in the precinct committeeperson race, and the other was removed from the ballot.

Craft Show With More Than 200 Vendors Planned At LHS

Admission is $5 each day, with vendors available in both the Gymnasium and Field House at LHS.

Former LTHS Board Member Della Travis Dies

The Travis family has served LTHS for almost five decades.