1 Killed In Fiery Crash | ATM Technician Robbed At Gunpoint | Massive Drive-Through Light Show Coming |

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Thursday, Oct. 15.

1 Dead After Fiery Crash In New Lenox: Police

The crash happened Wednesday night at Route 6 and Cedar Crossings Boulevard, near Silver Cross Hospital and Crossroads Sports Complex.

Technician Servicing ATM Robbed At Gunpoint Outside Bank: FBI

The robbers were toting an AR-style pistol with an extended magazine, the FBI said.

'World's Largest Drive-Through Light Show' Coming To Orland Park For The Holidays

World of Illumination's "Cosmic Sleighride Christmas" comes to Orland Square Mall Nov. 13 through Jan. 3.

Milwaukee Man Shot By Cops During Arrest, Pleads Guilty To Sexually Assaulting Alsip Boy

The boy and the 21-year-old Milwaukee man had apparently been conversing for three years on Discord, court documents said.

Driver Of Car Injured In High-Speed Crash With Cement Truck On Cicero Avenue: Oak Forest Police

The crash happened Monday afternoon at 157th and Cicero Avenue, police said.

'He Just Lights Up': Tinley Boy With Special Needs' Love For Halloween Sparks Family's Massive Display

McCarron family's "Ryan's Scaregrounds on Silverside" display is built from passion and the imaginations of a 6-year-old boy and his dad.

Manhattan D114, Village Plan Remembrance Gathering Amid Anniversaries Of Students' Deaths

District 114 on Tuesday announced an Oct. 20 gathering to honor the memories of Danny Bayles and Chance Hunnicutt, who died in Oct. 2025.

The 'South Suburbs Most Sincere Pumpkin Patch' Rolls Out The Gourds At The 'Pumpkin Church'

Make some memories at the First United Methodist Church pumpkin patch in Oak Lawn. The patch is open daily through Halloween.

Historic Good Templar Park's 'Cottages In The Woods' Features Art, Whimsey, Swedish Bakery And More

Historic Good Templar Park's 'Cottages In The Woods' features artisans, crafts, food and Viking ship tours Oct. 17 and Oct. 18 in Geneva.

Manhattan Newcomer 'El Mariachi's' A Familiar Adventure For New Lenox Restaurateur

El Mariachi's Bar & Grill opened Oct. 9 in the former Flor de Fuego space. Its owner also operates El Sombrero in New Lenox.

Illinois Drivers Should Be On Lookout During Deer Mating Season

For white-tailed deer, peak mating season – called a rut – is late October to mid-November, the preserve said.

See Proposals From Summit Hill D161 Teachers And Board Of Education Amid Contract Talks

Teachers' union urges Board of Education to "collaborate with us immediately" to avoid strike. Next bargaining session set for Oct. 15.

New Lenox Police Collecting Winter Coats For Those In Need

The NLPD's coat drive will accept donations through Oct. 31.

Mayor Dodge's Veterans Golf Classic Sets Record With $38,000 Raised For Local Veterans

The event was held Sept. 22 at Silver Lake Country Club.

Spooktacular Halloween Festival Set For Oct. 24 In Bolingbrook

The free community event will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Promenade.

New Sushi Restaurant Will Open In Former Bolingbrook Red Lobster Location

The restaurant will feature a rotating conveyer belt of all-you-can-eat sushi.