Southland Mid-Week Review: Animals, Village Politics, Safety

SOUTHLAND, IL — Happy hump day, neighbors! Here is a look at the top stories circulating through the southwest suburbs this week.

Cache Creek Animal Rescue Hopes Good News Comes In Threes

Community members stepped up for Cache Creek's recent arrivals Fluffy and Avery. Now they hope people will do the same for Duke.

Average Of 1 Firearm Seized Every 5 Days In Orland Park: Chief

Orland Police Chief Joseph Mitchell gave a semi-annual police department activity update Monday, talking Orland Square, weapons and more.

Andrew Students Vandalize School Bathrooms For TikTok: Officials

"Any student caught vandalizing will be suspended, will pay for all damages, and will have involvement with the Tinley Park Police Dept."

Fire At Lincoln-Way North Caused By Batteries: Frankfort FPD

No injuries were reported in the Monday evening fire, which caused and estimated $5,000 to $10,000 worth of damage.

Leo The Therapy Dog Joins Orland Park Police Department

The newest member of the Orland Park Police Department is an eight-month-old black Labrador retriever. He was officially welcomed Monday.

Board Sets Limits On Vacation Rental Properties

The ordinance establishes maximum number of guests, duration of stays, and set license fees and fines for violations, among other changes.

Fruit, Veggies And COVID Shots Available At EP Farmers Market

IDPH will be dispensing Pfizer, Moderna and J&J vaccine at the Evergreen Park Farmers Market Thursday, Sept. 23 at Yukich Fields.

Oak Lawn Library Goes 'Fine Free'

Patrons of the Oak Lawn Public Library will no longer be fined when returning overdue items.