1 Killed In Shooting | Fire Displaces Dozens | Beloved Weatherman Dies

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

Tinley Man, 31, ID'd As Victim In Fatal Shooting Outside Glenwood Bar

The shooting happened Sunday around 1:30 a.m. at Chug A Lug on 184th and Halsted.

Fire Tears Through Apartment Building In Justice, Dozens Displaced

The blaze started in a third-floor unit, causing the roof and second floor to collapse, Justice fire officials said.

Services Set For Beloved Local Weatherman, Area's 'Go-To Guy'

Dan Casper died Friday, Feb. 21 after a private battle with lung cancer.

Swatter Draws Huge Police Response, Threatens To Shoot Victim In Head

Palos Heights police said the caller told a woman that her father was being held at gunpoint and demanded a ransom.

Family Says Animal Welfare League Held Their Lost Dog Hostage 16 Days

Animal Welfare League of Chicago Ridge is once again accused of holding up reunification of a lost pet with its family.

New Lenox Man Accused Of Strangling, Threatening Woman With Knife: PD

The incident happened Friday, Feb. 21 on Edgeview Drive, police said.

Foundation For Fallen Mokena Veteran Sponsors 'Hometown Hero' Program

Aaron Toppen died in 2014 in a friendly fire incident in Afghanistan. His family is wanting to give back to his hometown.

Know Before You Go: Oak Forest Fleadh 2025 Ready To Paint Town Green

In its "Sweet 16" year, Fleadh Irish festival will include another day of fun such as a 5K, parade, live music, and more, set for March 1.

New Lenox Man, 33, Charged With DUI After Causing Crash: New Lenox PD

The crash happened Sunday evening on Illinois Highway.

Former MLB Player Toby Hall Tapped As ThunderBolts Interim Manager As Bobby Jenks Battles Cancer

Bench coach Toby Hill has been appointed interim manager of the Bolts for the ailing Bobby Jenks, who expects to return later in the season.

Vintage Market Brings Nostalgia, Unique Finds To Tinley Park Brewery

The Vintage Market is set for March 1 at Soundgrowler Brewing. Free to attend, and family friendly.

Homer Township Primary: Reset Party, Freedom Caucus Face Off

Candidates from the two slates are running for Township supervisor, clerk, trustee, collector, highway commissioner and assessor.

Queen, Led Zeppelin Tribute Bands Added To New Lenox Concert Lineup

The Village of New Lenox on Monday announced two more acts for its five-show summer concert series.

Springtide Craft Show Returns For 21st Year In Romeoville

The craft show will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on March 29 at the Romeoville Recreation Center, 900 W. Romeo Road.

Two New Lemont Businesses Help Create Wellness Community

Lemont resident Danyelle Andrews has started both Bee Well Collective and Hive Fusion Fitness.

Mokena's Curtain Call Theatre Gets Cheeky With 'Calendar Girls' Show

Heartwarming show brings comedy and emotion to the stage. Shows are set for March 7–9 and 14–16.