60 Years For Rape, Kidnapping | Girl, 15, Hit By Car | 7 Hurt In Crash

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Tuesday, May 14.

Flossmoor Man Guilty In Girl's 2013 Rape, Kidnapping Gets 60 Years

Christopher Young, now 56, was sentenced last week for the rape and kidnapping of a 6-year-old Homewood girl.

Reavis Student Hit By Car Walking To School Seriously Injured

A GoFundMe has been started for Rubi Valladares, 15, and her family, who has a long recovery ahead after she was hit by a car on 79th Street.

7 Injured In 3-Car Crash At US 52 And Baker Road: Manhattan Fire

The accident happened Monday afternoon. Seven people were taken to area hospitals.

'Lack Of Evidence' In Lockport Area Calls Of Fireworks, Shots: Sheriff

The sheriff's office outlined previous police calls made to the home where they say a woman was shot by her neighbor this week.

Original Rainbow Cone Debuts 4 New Flavors For First Time In 98 Years

Four new “sliced creations” including Orange Dream, Chocolate Obsession, Minty City and Cosmic Birthday, will debut at Chicago-area stores.

McAuley Evens The Playing Field For Female Athletes

Tom Hopkins Foundation, Marquette Bank and an anonymous donor invest $2M in the future of girls sports at Mother McAuley High School.

Game On! Tinley Chamber's 'Bag Crawl' Back On Oak Park Avenue

The Tinley Bag Crawl invites cornhole fans to play at stops in downtown Tinley for a chance at cash and prizes on Sunday, May 19.

Insane Jackpot Now Over $500K After Park Lawn Queen Of Hearts Rollover

The queen is still hiding in the Park Lawn Queen of Hearts drawing as the jackpot cracks $500,000. Tickets on sale for the May 15 pull.

Tinley Interim Police Chief Steps Into Role Permanently: Village

Chief Thomas Tilton was appointed to the role during a May 7 Village Board meeting.

New Lenox Police Hiring Entry Level Officers

The deadline to apply is May 15 at 4 p.m. Starting salary is mid-$60,000, officials said.

Mokena Police To Unveil New $16M Headquarters May 29

A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held Wednesday, May 29, followed by an open house.

Registration Open For Oak Forest Citywide Garage Sale

Sign up in advance to be added to the master list of homes participating in the June 7–8 event.

Tractor Discovery Day Rolls Into New Lenox Tractor Supply Co.

The event by the Will County Thresherman's Association is set for June 15 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Homewood Metra Station To Reopen May 20, Elevator Still To Be Replaced

The station is not yet accessible to ADA customers, as the elevator is still being replaced, officials said Monday.

Frankfort Mayor Joins Will County Children’s Advocacy Center Board

Frankfort Mayor Keith Ogle and Interim President and CEO of Silver Cross Hospital Michael Mutterer were appointed to the CAC Board.

Homer Glen Plans Community-Wide Garage Sale

Garage sales will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day on June 7 and 8, and residents can register with the Village until May 24.

Lockport Plans Memorial Day Ceremony, Banner Dedication

The banner dedication and Memorial Day speakers will begin at 10 a.m. at the City Hall flag pole, 222 E. Ninth St.

Construction Begins On Two Downtown Parking Lots

Construction on the parking lots is expected to be completed by June 1.

Kansas Street Closes May 23 For Return Of Outdoor Dining

This closure will last through Oct. 24.

Homer Glen Board Authorizes 5-Acre Purchase At 151st, Creme

The Village is able to acquire the property for $800,000.

Izaak Walton’s 'Seasons' Calendar Photo Contest Kicks Off For 6th Year

The photo competition calls for photos of weather, landscape, birds, dogs, other animals, and unidentifiable people taken at the preserve.

Beverly-Morgan Park Home Tour Showcases 'Lore And Legend' Of 5 Homes

A Queen Anne, painted lady, Cape Cod, Italianate mansion and a Tudor revival are featured on BAPA's home tour set for Sunday, May 19.

Frankfort Chamber Plans Community Golf Outing

Community members and Chamber members are both welcome at the event.

50 Organizations Confirmed For Worth Township Community Resource Fair

Over 50 organizations will be on hand to discuss no-cost or low-cost services and more Wednesday, May 3, at Worth Township Center in Alsip.

Moraine Valley Foundation Extends Deadline To Apply For A Scholarship

The Moraine Valley Foundation has extended the deadline to apply for over 300 scholarships for the 2024-2025 school year to May 19.

South Suburban Death Notices, Week of May 13

South suburban obituaries and available visitation information.