Teen's Slaying 'Sickening' | Cop's Domestic Battery Arrest | Man Hits Woman With Gun, Threatens To Kill Her

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Tuesday, Dec. 16.

Arrests Made In Teen's 'Tragic And Sickening' Murder, 'Disgustingly' A Case Of Mistaken Identity: Village

Two adults and a teen have been arrested in connection with the Aug. 2 shooting death of a South Holland teen, authorities said.

Tinley Park Police Commander Arrested For Domestic Battery, Violating Order Of Protection: Sheriff

Patrick St. John turned himself in to Cook County Sheriff's detectives following an investigation into a domestic battery incident.

Homewood Man, 44, Struck Woman With Gun, Threatened To Kill Her On Way Home From Bears Watch Party: Sheriff

The incident happened Dec. 7, the Cook County Sheriff's Office said.

Partner Who Shot Krystal Rivera, Left Her To Die Never Should Have Been A Cop: Lawsuit

If the city disciplined and supervised Carlos Baker after 11 misconduct complaints, CPD Ofcr. Krystal Rivera may still be alive: lawsuit.

Narcotics In Baby Bottles, Illegal Gun: 3 Arrested After Police Investigate Suspicious Vehicle, PD Says

Homewood police on Thursday released details of three arrests linked to a suspicious vehicle Wednesday.

'Active Incident' As Bolingbrook Police Respond To Armed Robbery Report

Nearby B.J. Ward school has been placed on a "secure and teach" as police investigate.

Memorial Visitation Set For Beloved Park Forest Detective Tim Jones

The service is set for Saturday, Dec. 27, at Tinley Park High School, where Jones was an alum.

Blue Island Man On Parole Faces New Firearm, Drug Charges After Home Check: Police

Joshua Gray, 28, a parolee, is facing new weapons and drug charges after investigators said they found cannabis and loaded gun at his house.

After First 300, Sandburg HS Senior Bowls Another For Back-To-Back Perfect Games

Edmand Banks stunned his teammates, family and coach with consecutive 300 games—and one of them was his first.

Armed Smash-And-Grab Car Theft Crew Steals Camaro From Driveway In Burbank

The crew, armed with guns and rifles, smashed into another vehicle parked on the driveway using another stolen car, Burbank police said.

Oak Forest Residents To Again Pay More In City Portion Of Property Taxes

Homeowners will see an estimated $71 increase in the City's portion of their property tax bill.

Tickets On Sale Now For Crisis Center's 'Be The One' Fundraiser Gala

The Feb. 21 event is one of the nonprofit's largest fundraisers. Proceeds benefit the programs that support domestic violence survivors.

L-W Business Women's Org Holiday Dinner Auction A Success, Raises Nearly $41,000

The event generated $40,800 to support scholarships for young women in New Lenox, Frankfort, Mokena, and Manhattan.

Village Shuts Down Fiber Optic Construction

New rules and halted work aim to hold state-licensed providers accountable, Orland Park officials say.

Mustangs From All Eras Invited To EPCHS All-School Reunion, Tickets Now On Sale

The Evergreen Park High School Foundation is planning an all-school reunion, Feb. 28, at 115 Bourbon Street. Pre-sale tickets now on sale.

Orland Park Police Department Launches Cruise Lights Pilot Program

Cruise lights are designed to increase visibility without signaling an emergency response, the Village said in a release.

New COVID-19 Vaccine Available At Will County Health Department Locations

The vaccine is available at the Will County Health Department Immunization Clinic and at the Will County Community Health Center.

Hickory Creek Eighth Grade Girls Basketball Team Heads To State Tournament

The team, which is 18-5 this season, will play Downers Grove's Herrick at 8:15 p.m. on Tuesday in Normal.

Valley View School District Awarded International Financial Reporting Award

This is the first time VVSD has won the awards from ASBO and GFOA.

Bolingbrook Ready To Send Santa Off For Christmas

The Village said Mayor Mary Alexander-Basta and the Village Board will escort Santa around town before he leaves for Christmas.

Original 'A Charlie Brown Christmas' Soundtrack Performed Live Saturday In Blue Island

Hear the original Vince Guaraldi Trio soundtrack to the beloved holiday classic performed live Saturday, Dec. 20, at First Lutheran Church.