Woman Killed By Train | Murder Trial Begins | CEO's Death A Homicide

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Tuesday, March 11.

Woman Fatally Struck By Freight Train: Police

The incident happened early Monday, police said. Authorities are working to confirm the woman's identity.

Murder At New Lenox Gas Station: 'It's My Son Charlie'

Murder defendant Kevin Johnson has remained in custody after failed attempts for reduced bond and electronic monitoring.

Trucking Company Owner's Death Ruled A Homicide, Warrant Issued

An arrest warrant has been issued for a Crestwood trucking company employee currently in custody in Michigan, police said in an update.

Man, 33, Charged In Attempted Carjacking In Tinley Park: PD

A 33-year-old Country Club Hills man was charged March 3 in connection with an attempted carjacking in Tinley Park in September.

Manhattan Police Open Investigation Into D114 Teacher's Conduct: Chief

Manhattan police are now investigating whether a D114 teacher's conduct may call for criminal charges, Chief Ryan Gulli said Friday.

Accused Child Sex Predator Found Hiding Out On South Side: Sheriff

The alleged fugitive slipped off his GPS tracker in 2023 while awaiting trial on a 2022 child sex assault charge, Cook County Sheriff said.

Mt. Greenwood Man Facing Indecent Solicitation Of A Child, Pot Charges

Danny T. Poe, 48, of Mt. Greenwood, was arrested at his home following a months long investigation, Ald. Matt O'Shea said in an email.

Forum To Feature Candidates For District 135 Board Of Education

The event will be held Thursday, March 13 and will be moderated by the League of Women Voters.

'On God's Time': Family Seeks Community's Support As DUI Crash Victim Fights To Recover

Harley Garrett, of South Chicago Heights, was hit broadside by a driver later charged with aggravated DUI. His injuries were extensive.

Irish Parade Photo Galleries

• Thousands Fill Downtown Manhattan For Irish Fest Parade: PHOTOS
• Thousands Flock To Oak Park Avenue For Tinley Park Irish Parade: PHOTOS

Archer Avenue St. Patrick's Day Parade Dedicated To Fallen CPD And CFD

The Archer Avenue St. Patrick's Parade steps off Saturday, March 15 through Garfield Ridge on Chicago's South Side

Bridge Teen Center Offers Community Service Event During Spring Break

The event is set for March 27. Students must register in advance.

Hummingbirds On Their Way To Will County: Preserve

Hummingbirds have made it as far north as northern Florida, Louisiana and Texas on their annual northern migration.

Frankfort Arts Association Debuts New Exhibition, Fundraiser

An opening reception for the exhibition will be held Thursday, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., at Frankfort Village Hall.

Orland Police Ramp Up DUI, Seat Belt Patrols For St. Patrick's Day

Orland Park police will step up traffic safety patrols for St. Patrick's Day.

Evergreen Park Cops Ramp Up DUI Patrols For St. Patrick's Day Weekend

Evergreen Park police will be patrolling streets for impaired drivers and seatbelt scofflaws during St. Patrick's Day week through March 18.

Registration Open Now For Crisis Center Golf Outing Fundraiser

The June 2 event at Prestwick Country Club is a major fundraiser to support domestic violence survivors.