Arson Torches Lawn | Shooting At 7-Eleven | Car Thief Crashes, Flees

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Thursday, July 11.

Arson Fire Started With Fireworks In Oak Forest: Police

Police said a man poured a liquid on fireworks and then placed them near a home, lighting grass and shrubs on fire.

St. Charles Man Crashes Stolen Car, Runs Into Woods: Palos Park Police

The crash occurred at LaGrange Road and 123rd Street. Witnesses said they saw the driver run past their vehicles into the woods.

Man Shoots Acquaintance At Burbank 7-Eleven Shooting: Police

Burbank police said the man called while officers were at the scene and admitted his involvement in the shooting.

Balich Accuses County Board Democrat Leader Of Cybercrime

Republican County Board Member Steve Balich said his Democrat counterpart should be held accountable for her actions.

No Injuries In Peotone House Fire Wednesday: Manhattan Fire

A house fire in Peotone Wednesday was contained to the kitchen of a two-story home, Manhattan Fire Protection District officials said.

Park Lawn Queen Of Hearts Jackpot On Way To $1 Million After Rollover

The Park Lawn Queen of Hearts jackpot is on its way to $1 million for the July 17 pull. Online ticket sales end noon Monday.

City Of Oak Forest Names New Deputy Fire Chief

Longtime firefighter and Oak Lawn batallion chief Paul Chocola joins the Oak Forest Fire Department.

Dancing, Music, Excellent Cuisine Offered At St. Spyridon Greek Fest

Immerse yourself in Greek culture July 13 and July 14 at St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church Greek Fest in Palos Heights.

Homewood To Host Forum, Q&A With Cook County Assessor

The forum to discuss recently released property tax bills is set for Saturday, July 20 at the Homewood Auditorium.

Romeoville, Lockport Receive Funding For Pre-Apprenticeship Programs

The grant funding will help increase opportunities in the trade industry and expand the clean energy talent pipeline.

Crisis Center's Golf Outing To Support Domestic Violence Victims

The Crisis Center for South Suburbia will host its 31st annual golf outing on Tuesday, August 13.

170 Traffic Stops, 90 Seat Belt Citations In Orland PD's July 4 Push

Orland PD stepped up patrols the weeks leading up to the July 4 holiday.

Homewood's GottsChalk-The-Walk Set For July 21

Local artists will be using pastel chalk to create beautiful, unique artwork right outside the Gottschalk house.

LTHS Seeks Applications For Vacant Board Of Education Position

The open position comes after the death of board member Sandra Chimon Rogers.