2 Women Shot Dead | Support For Trooper's Family | Robbed On Christmas

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Friday, Dec. 27.

2 Women Shot, Killed Inside Park Forest Home: Police

Two children were also found unharmed inside the home Thursday evening, police said.

Fallen Trooper's 'Joy Was In His Little Family': GoFundMe For Orland Family

Clay Carns, 35, died after being struck by a truck while clearing debris on I-55. A fellow trooper has started a fundraiser for the family.

7-Eleven Robbed At Gunpoint Early Christmas Day: Oak Forest PD

The robbery happened just before 1 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 25.

Park Forest Man, 33, ID'd As Driver Killed In Head-On Crash

The crash happened Thursday at 6:30 a.m., at 26th Street and Western Avenue, police said.

'Sick' Mall Prank May Have Been Device Mimicking Gunfire: Cops

Police believe a report of gunfire inside Chicago Ridge Mall may have been a device mimicking a gunshot that forced an orderly evacuation.

'He Was A Gem': Manhattan Dog Park To Honor Legacy Of Beloved Vet

Village, park district, and Metra officials gathered with the family of the late Dr. Scott Becker to celebrate the naming of the site.

Kidnapper Abducted 2 People, Used Death Threat To Make Ransom Demand: Cops

A 37-year-old Chicago Heights man is charged in the Dec. 18 incident, accused of forcing the man to pick up a rideshare client at gunpoint.

Mercy Circle Named Best Short-Term Rehab By US News & World Report

Mercy Circle earns "high performing" rank highlighting its dedication to helping residents achieve independence and highest quality of life.

'Oh, My Word,' Oak Lawn Spartans Nab Third Title In Vocabulary Bowl

Oak Lawn Community High School senior Nathan Radloff leads way to third Vocabulary Bowl title, places second in world for word mastery.

Tinley Family's Legendary Lights Display Aglow Again, For A Good Cause

The Hirsch Christmas Lights display at 7805 Nottingham Dr. in Tinley Park draws thousands of visitors.

UnforgettaBull: New Lenox Girl Rebounds After Life-Changing Surgery

Charlotte Stoub, 9, underwent a risky surgery in June, and in December, reunited with her surgeon for some hoops with the Chicago Bulls.

Newly Unionized New Lenox D122 Support Staff Lock In Contract

The contract—negotiated for months—provides raises that offset the impact of increased insurance premiums.

LTHS Board Of Ed Accepting Applications For Vacant Position

The position is open due to board member Zyan Navarra's resignation on Dec. 16.

Frankfort's Fire And Ice Winter Social Set For Feb. 1

The event includes the fourth annual chili cook-off.

Lockport Park District's New Fitness Center Now Open

The new fitness center features new equipment, group classes, trainers and more.

Dial-A-Ride Services Set For Upgrades In Will County's New Plan

Streamlined registration, unified fare structure, expanded services areas and hours among highlights in plan approved Dec. 19.

Winter Walkers Hikes Planned By Forest Preserve

These eight naturalist-led hikes will traverse a wide variety of terrain and weather conditions.

Orland Township’s Holiday Program To Benefit Nearly 300 Families

The program runs through support and contributions from local families, organizations, churches, and schools.