Man Threatened Police In Standoff: PD | Family Sues After Girl Killed By Bus | Bar Targeted Again In Burglary

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Tuesday, Oct. 6.

New Lenox Man, 49, Threatened Cops, Cut Off Contact During Multi-Hour Incident: Police

The man is accused of domestic battery/endangering a child and obstructing police after an incident drew a massive police response.

Family Of Frankfort Girl Killed By School Bus Files Wrongful Death Suit

Citing an inexperienced driver, disregarded safety concerns, the suit alleges the districts "had every opportunity" to avoid the tragedy.

New Lenox Hog Wild Hit Again In Smash-And-Grab To Gaming Machines: NLPD

The incident happened around 1:30 a.m. Oct. 6, according to police reports.

Bolingbrook Man Part Of Fentanyl Dealing Ring: Attorney General

Officials say the drug-dealing ring includes the Bolingbrook man, his mother and a man from Joliet.

Chicago Heights Man, 53, Kept Driving After Crash, Shot At Other Vehicles: State Police

Gunfire from Forrest McHerron's vehicle hit several other cars before someone fired back, hitting McHerron, state police said.

New Lenox Woman Targeted In Will County Jail Bond Scam: NLPD

The caller told the woman she could bond out a family member for a $500 debit card payment over the phone.

Romeoville Sandwich Shop Temporarily Closes

The sandwich shop is known for its corned beef and reubens.

'Exciting Step Forward' For Care: State Clears Northwestern Medicine To Build New Cancer Center In Orland

Groundbreaking is expected to take place in early 2027, with project completion anticipated in early-spring 2030.

Vigil, Trivia, Butterfly Cupcakes: Crisis Center Rallies Support For Domestic Violence Awareness Month

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The Crisis Center for South Suburbia has several efforts in store.

All The Buzz, 'The Human Bean' Coffee Drive-Thru Shop Opens In Mokena

The shop celebrated its grand opening on Thursday, Oct. 1. Owners Anand and Yogesh Patel say they're excited for people to experience it.

After 10 Years In Original Spot, Orland's Flagship Joey's Red Hots Makes Move Across Wolf Road

Joey's Red Hots has moved to its new home along Wolf Rd., effective Friday, Oct. 2.

Frankfort Emagine Offers October Special Showings

The movie theater will also offer several collectible concessions through the month.

Waived Adoption Fees, Barktoberfest To Celebrate 'National Adopt A Shelter Dog' Month: Will County

Adoption fees waived for dogs 6 months and older. Pet-friendly "Barktoberfest" event is planned for Friday, Oct. 9.