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Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Thursday, Sept. 10.

Woman Charged In Deadly I-57 Crash: Baby Boy & 4 Toddlers Weren't In Child Safety Seats, State Police Say

The crash happened Sunday on I-57 in Harvey, state police previously said. A 33-year-old Hazel Crest woman is now charged.

Frankfort Girl, 6, Killed In School Bus Accident

Other students on the bus were evaluated by first responders, the district said.

• RELATED: 'Devastated By This Tragic Loss': District 157-C Schools Offer Mental Health Resources After Student Death

Frankfort Mom Charged In Toddler's Death Talked About Killing Husband, Other Kids: Report

As Corie Walsh appeared in court Tuesday, a funeral was reportedly held for her 2-year-old son, Barrett.

No Arrests Announced 1 Week After Beloved Fairmont Mom Slain In Lockport Township

No announcement of arrests or persons in custody has been made in connection to a fatal shooting in Lockport Township last week.

Tim O'Connell, 36, Faces New Charges Of Child Pornography In Addition To Sex Assault Case

A Palos Hills man already charged with drugging and assaulting a woman he met at a concert is facing 10 new child pornography charges.

'Disrespectful And Racist': H-F Community Demands Action After Taunts By Lincoln-Way East Students At Game

The incident took place during the varsity football game between the schools during Homewood-Flossmoor High School's homecoming weekend.

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• 'Deeply Disturbed': South Suburban NAACP Leader Decries Racist Incident At HFHS Football Game
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Second Beverly Carjacker Handed 14.5 Year Sentence

Kenneth Merritt, 29, received a 14.5-year sentence for his role in the 2023 carjacking of a Beverly family in their backyard, feds said.

1st Human Case Of West Nile Virus Detected In Will County: Health Department

It's the first case in the county for 2026, officials said.

Man Wins $1M On Lottery Ticket Given To Him On Birthday, Bought At New Lenox Gas Station

The Braidwood man got the ticket as a birthday surprise, he told Lottery officials.

Cocaine, $80K, Illegal Guns Found Inside Park Forest Home: Police

A 46-year-old Park Forest man was arrested after police searched the home on Hawthorne Avenue.

'The Huey Is Coming Home': Historic Army Helicopter Journeys To Site Of Future Memorial In New Lenox

U.S. Army UH-1 Huey to arrive in New Lenox on National POW/MIA Recognition Day as the future centerpiece of the Flight Home Memorial.

Arrests Made In 3 New Lenox Smash-And-Grabs As Mayor Blasts Governor & State For Approach To Crime

Mayor Tim Baldermann this week detailed that arrests were made in connection with three incidents earlier this year.

Liquor Store Targeted In Smash-And-Grab To Gaming Machines: New Lenox PD

The burglary at Route 30 Liquors happened just before 6:30 a.m. on Sept. 5, according to police reports.

Convicted Felon Lying In Fetal Position In Grass Found To Be Carrying A Stolen Gun: Police

A Chicago Ridge police officer noticed the gun in the Hickory Hills man's waistband when he rolled over in his sleep, police said.

Beverly In Shock At Unexpected Loss Of Long-Time Bookie's Manager, Rich Wojcikowski, 57, Killed In Crash

Rich Wojcikowski, 57, died in a car crash Friday on Governors Highway in University Park. He was the long-time manager of Bookie's.

'Let’s Beat Breast Cancer' Rally Coming To Downtown Tinley Park

Sept. 17 event is part of global campaign promoting 4-pronged prevention approach. Rally features local drumlines to inspire crowd.

$3M Grant Will Fund Construction Of New, 'Purpose-Built' Aunt Martha's Women's Health Clinic

New 5,375-sq. ft. outpatient clinic will support women's health, reproductive health services, family planning, behavioral health and more.

17 High Schools Showcased In 46th Annual Stagg Jamboree Marching Band Competition

The Music Boosters host the 46th annual Stagg High School Jamboree marching band competition Saturday, Sept. 12.

Oak Lawn Children's Museum's Traveling 9-11 WTC Beams Head To NY For 25th Anniversary

Bill Egan never ceases to be amazed by people's emotional reactions to the Oak Lawn Children's Museum's traveling 9-11 exhibit.