Checks Washed | Centenarian's Birthday Goes To The Dogs | Speed Addict

Miss a day, miss a lot. Let's get all caught up with the Top Southland Stories for Jan. 12.

Chicago Nurse Accused Of Trying To Bring Drugs To Jailed Boyfriend
The 34-year-old nurse is accused of buying what she thought were illegal drugs from an undercover cop for her boyfriend in Cook County Jail.

5 Suspects Smash Out Oak Forest 7-Eleven Window, Escape With Items: PD
The early-morning burglary did not result in the five suspects taking any cash and no weapon was used in the incident, police said.

Soon-To-Be Centenarian's Birthday Celebration Goes To The Dogs
Longtime Chicago Heights resident Clara Robertson hopes to donate 100 pet items to area animal shelters to commemorate a milestone birthday.

Check Washers Hit Post Office, Alter Resident's Checks
A Palos Hills resident reported mailing checks in the boxes outside the Bridgeview Post Office, where stolen keys have been reported.

Photo Of Gun In Homewood-Flossmoor Classroom Launches Investigation
Officials said the student who brought a plastic airsoft BB gun into the scho0ol has been identified and is being disciplined.

'Speed Addict' New Lenox Native On Track For Motorcycle Racing Success
Kevin Horney jumped to the professional ranks of motorcycle racing in three months and now has his sights set on chasing the sport's best.

Homewood's Indoor Farmers Market Prepares For January Return
The market features locally-made goods and items including home, specialty foods, craft items and locally produced hand-made jewelry.