Driver Shoots At Carjackers | Snooze In Stolen Car | Stolen Checks

Miss a day, miss a lot. Let's get all caught up with the Top Southland Stories for Thursday, Jan. 19.

Driver Fends Off 2 Would-Be Carjackers In Oak Lawn

A driver thwarted an attempted carjacking in Oak Lawn by firing shots at two armed suspects, who fled in a white Dodge Charger.

Man, 18, Found Asleep In Stolen Car With Illegal Guns: Park Forest PD

Park Forest police found the man in the parked, stolen car in downtown Park Forest Jan. 14, they said.

More Checks Stolen And Washed From Bridgeview Post Office

Three more incidents of check washing were reported by Palos Hills residents who used the mailboxes outside the Bridgeview Post Office.

Hickory Creek Brewing Opens In New Location

The New Lenox microbrewery opens the door at its updated location on Schoolhouse Road on Thursday, Jan. 19.

McDonald's In Manhattan 'A Positive Step Forward': Mayor

Trustees earlier this week signed off on a site plan for the new McDonald's location, set to begin construction in April 2023.

Oak Forest PD Accepting Applications For Citizens Police Academy

The 10-week academy begins Feb. 6 and is limited to 20 students.

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Marist Sets Date For 2023 Southside SummerFest

Save July 22, for the second annual Southside SummerFest featuring music, food and cocktails on the Marist High School football field.

Retired Mokena Eye Doctor Hopes To Help Others Struggling With Vision

Derrald Taylor is part of a local not-for-profit offering free monthly workshops designed to educate residents experiencing vision loss.

Moraine Valley Hosts Government And Municipal Hiring Event

Dozens of government agencies and municipalities will be on hand Jan. 26 interviewing job hunters at Moraine Valley Community College.