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Driver Shot After Fight | $175K Payout In Cop's Lawsuit | Boy Lied About Being Set On Fire

Also: Missing woman safe | Shirtless intruder charged | Gun charges for man shot by PD | No injuries in Panduit fire | Trick or treat hours

The Southland's top stories for Tuesday, Oct. 14.
The Southland's top stories for Tuesday, Oct. 14. (Mary Compton/Patch)

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


Attempted Murder Charge After Woman, 33, Shot Driver During Fight On Bishop Ford: State Police

The incident happened on I-94 near 159th Street early Sunday, state police said.


Orland Settles Civil Rights Lawsuit By Retired Police Sergeant: How Much He'll Get

Retired Orland PD Sgt. Ken Kovac thanked the current administration for its role in pursuing an end to the legal battle.

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Boy Fabricated Story About Being Attacked & Set On Fire, Burned Self Accidentally: Mokena PD

The boy's parent had shared the account on the Neighbors app, which was also shared on other social media.


Missing Mokena Woman Found Safe: Sheriff

The woman had last been seen Thursday leaving her Mokena home.

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New Lenox Man, 35, Charged After Shirtless Home Invasion, Confrontation With Homeowner: NLPD

The incident happened in the Bluestone Bay subdivision. The man was taken into custody after being medically cleared.


Valley View Board Committed To Working With Union After 'No' Vote On Tentative Agreement

After the union surveys its membership, further discussions between the Board and the union will occur.


No One Injured After Fire At Panduit In Lockport: Fire District

The fire was reported at 12:48 a.m. Sunday at Panduit, at 16530 W. 163rd St., in Lockport.


Halloween 2025 Sex Offender Safety Maps


'We're Still Here,' Pizza Remains The Same As Little Joe's New Owner Invites Fans To Rediscover Local Fave

Joe Christiano bought Little Joe's in Jan. 2024. After a remodel and menu revamp, he hopes people will try it—oh, and he kept the pizza!


Gun Charges For Chicago Heights Man Shot After Running From Police: Report

The incident happened in the Roseland neighborhood of Chicago last Thursday. Police say the man didn't drop a gun when ordered.


Suburbanites Complete Chicago Marathon


Bash Your Pumpkin To Bits At New Lenox Pumpkin Smash 2025

The Village will host its 3rd annual Pumpkin Smash on Saturday, Nov. 2.


Save 'em! Suburban Trick or Treat Hours


Forest Preserve Closes Boat Launches, Bait Shops On Nov. 1

The Forest Preserve has started its winter preparations.


New Lenox Senior Living Nudges Trick-or-Treaters To Stop By, Make Residents Smile

Don't skip The Cottages of New Lenox—they'll have treats to hand out, too.


Flossmor Veterans' Memorial Vets' Time Machine To Be Featured At Regional History Conference

The organization will present at the conference Friday, Oct. 31.


Donations Now Accepted At New Thrift Store In Frankfort

Bridge Thrift Home & Restoration will host a special grand opening on Oct. 25 for the entire community.


Orland Lions Club To Host 'Holiday Of Hope' Blood Drive

The blood drive is set for Saturday, Nov. 8.

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