Abducted Girl Found | Dog Rescue Needs Help | Online Sleuths Find Car

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Thursday, Jan. 16.

Missing Rock Island Girl Believed Abducted Found Safe: Police

Blessing Aoci, 4, who was inside a running car when it was stolen has been found safe and reunited with her mother, Rock Island police say.

Dog Rescue Seeks Public's Support To Finish Its New Orland Park Home

Sarah Montgomery of Fido's Landing said the funds are needed to complete work on their leased space, so they can move in and help more dogs.

Chicago Stolen Car FB Group Finds Alfa Romeo Swiped In Palos Hills

The owners posted the car on the Chicago Stolen Car Directory Facebook group after it was stolen from their condo parking lot, reports said.

Online Date Ends Badly When Man’s Wallet, Phone, Link Card Are Stolen

After their night ended, the man dropped the woman off at a gas station and fell asleep, Palos Hills police reports said.

Tinley's Indie Pet Store To Close, Owner Grateful To Have Lived Dream

Amanda Daly of The Barketplace in downtown Tinley has announced the shop's last day in business.

New Lenox North & Maple Opening Set: 'Now The Fun Starts,' Owner Says

North & Maple Kitchen + Bar is set to open in the shuttered Bulldog Ale House. Owner and staff have been preparing with multiple test runs.

Christmas Without Cancer Selected As Honoree Of Crystal Heart Ball

The black-tie 2025 OSF HealthCare Little Company of Mary Medical Center Crystal Heart Ball will be held Feb. 1 at the Field Museum.

Sheriff Warns Of Ongoing Jury Duty Arrest Warrant Scam In Will County

The scammers use texts, phone calls, emails, and even snail mail to try to lure people into taking the bait.

Homewood Rolls Out 2025 Events Calendar, Favorites Going Strong

The Village of Homewood has more than a dozen events planned for the community throughout 2025.

State Rep. La Ha Offers Free Education Resource Card For Museums

The passes are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Smokey Bear Paintings Viewable At 4 Preserve Visitor Centers

The "Smokey Bear: The Rudy Wendelin Collection" exhibit will run from Jan. 17, through March 2.