Siblings Die In Crash | Manhunt For Shooter | Human Bones, Teeth Found

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Thursday, May 30.

Justice Children Who Died In LaPorte County Crash Identified

An 11-year-old boy and 4-year-old girl died Saturday in a 2-vehicle crash in LaPorte County. Officials said driver disregarded a stop sign.

Nationwide Manhunt Is On After Woman, Children Found Shot: Matteson PD

A woman, her juvenile child and adult daughter were found shot inside their home on May 18. An ex-boyfriend is the suspect.

Bone Fragments Found At Burr Oak Determined To Be Human Remains

The fragments are believed tied the 2009 grave desecration scandal at Burr Oak Cemetery. No foul play suspected, Cook County Sheriff says.

Driver Cited In Manteno Township Crash That Killed Mom And Son

The crash happened May 20. The driver crossed over the centerline, then driving down an embankment and into a creek, officials said.

New Lenox Man, 25, Dies After Crashing Car Into Tree: State Police

The single-car crash happened early the morning of Sunday, May 26, in Joliet, the Will County Coroner's Office said.

Multi-Vehicle Crash Snarls Traffic On I-80 Thursday Morning: ISP

The crash happened near the Maple Sreet exit in New Lenox, Illinois State Police said.

HCMS Eighth Grade Girls Track Team Claims Second State Title In A Row

Kolby Ross and Lexi Darnell also both earned individual state championships this year.

Palos Hills Man Accused Of Firing Gun Inside Home

Palos Hills police said witnesses inside the home told police the 37-year-old man fired the gun several times in a domestic incident.

2 Sets of Brothers Among 10 Charged In Armored Truck, ATM Robberies

The 10 were indicted for ties to south suburban robberies. Nine of 10 pleaded not guilty. A warrant is out for the 10th.

Rep.'s Aide Sent Fake Sexual Images Of Pritzker, State Senator: ISP

Timothy Pawula faces several electronic harassment charges related to text messages sent to Sen. Michael Hastings.

Treasures Await At Palos Hills Bargain Days And Flea Market

Palos Hills will be brimming with bargains all weekend at the community-wide garage sale and city flea market May 31, June 1 and June 2.

Hibachi And Sushi Spot Coming Soon, Businesses Booming In Manhattan

Officials said on Thursday that Soka Japanese HIbachi and Sushi will open soon in town. It's one of three businesses set to open soon.

Gaelic Park Seeks Its Next Irish Fest Queen

The Queen and runner-up will reign for one year.

20 Residents Displaced, 2 Firefighters Hurt In Mokena Apartment Fire

The fire happened Tuesday afternoon in the 10700 block of Mary Lane in Mokena.

Arbury Hills School For Sale, D161 Wants $1.75 Million For It

The Summit Hill District 161 board approved the sale at a meeting earlier this month.

Forest Preserve Plans Public Hearing For $50M Bond Issue

The bond issue would be $25m for land preservation, $12m for trail connections and preserve access areas and $13m for habitat restoration.

Art On The Green Returns June 9

The event, which showcases a collection of artwork from local and regional artists, will be held at Breidert Green.

Chick-Fil-A Plans To Go In Front Of Frankfort Village Board

The plans would go to the Village Board in July.

Burlington Grand Opening Set For This Weekend At Chicago Ridge Mall

Burlington Stores will celebrate its grand opening at Chicago Ridge Mall with a ribbon-cutting, bonus cards and prizes May 31 to June 2.

Mokena JC Penney Hit In Smash-And-Grab: Police Chief

The smash-and-grab burglary happened in the early morning hours Tuesday, May 28.

Orland Park Given $5K To Promote Centennial West Concert Series

Visit Chicago Southland has given the Village a $5,000 grant to promote the three-show, summer series.

Exhibit Focuses On 100 Years Of Smith Village At Beverly Arts Center

"20/20: One Hundred Years In Focus – Smith Communities in a Changing World" celebrates Smith Village's centennial through June 29 at BAC.

A Very Bug Deal: Rare, Blue-Eyed Cicada Emerges From Orland Grassland

A south suburban woman made a stunning "1 in a million" find May 20 at Orland Grassland.

South Suburban Death Notices, Week of May 27

South suburban obituaries and available visitation information.