Man, 26, Missing | Car Hit By Gunfire | Beloved Coach Dies | An Officer's Sendoff

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Thursday, June 26.

Man, 26, Missing From Orland Park Home: Police

Nicholas Klepac was last spoken to on June 21. He was reported missing on June 25, police said.

Car Hit By Gunfire On I-57 In Monee: State Police

The shooting happened on I-57 southbound near Monee Wednesday afternoon, state police said.

'Friend To Everybody': Services Set For Beloved Tinley Park Coach

Ares Roper, 42, died suddenly last weekend. The Tinley Park athletics community is rallying around his family.

Fallen Chicago Police Officer Krystal Rivera 'Served With Humanity'

CPD Officer Krystal Rivera was recalled for her work ethic, integrity, humanity, and love for her daughter, Bella during celebration of life

U.S. Marshals Catch Up With Alleged Suspect In April ISU Shooting Near Bone Center

A 19-year-old Chicago man has been charged in a shooting resulting in one person shot near the Illinois State University campus, police said.

Sentencing Delayed Again For Man Convicted In New Lenox Homicide

Sentencing for Kevin Johnson, found guilty in March in the 2020 shooting death of New Lenox's Charlie Baird, has been pushed twice.

Know Before You Go: Rick Springfield Ready To Rock In New Lenox

The third show in New Lenox's summer series, Rick Springfield and the I Want My 80s Tour take the stage in New Lenox Friday, June 27.

Fireworks Suspected In Palos Hills Mailbox Explosions

Palos Hills police are investigating two incidents of exploding mailboxes.

Get Down At Burbank Park District's 'Party In The Park,' Thursday Through Sunday

Head over to Narrangansett Park June 26 to June 29, for bands, big rides, beer tent, food, kids games and a big firework show Saturday.

Kiddie Academy Of New Lenox Under New Ownership

The new owners took over in March after the previous owner's retirement. They also own a location in Lemont, with a third in progress.

Homewood Police Ramp Up Seatbelt, Impaired Driving Patrols For July 4 Stretch

The traffic safety campaign runs from June 20–July 7.

Homer Glen Board Appoints Robert Schaller As Trustee

Schaller will fill the position for the remaining term, which will end in May 2027.

State Rep. La Ha Announces Run For Re-Election

State Rep. Nicole La Ha has announced she will run for re-election in 2026.