Probation For Peeper | Guilty Plea In Hit & Run | Barn Fire 'Blessing'

Miss a day, miss a lot. Let's get all caught up with the Top Southland Stories for Thursday, Dec. 29.

Former Frankfort Pizzeria Owner Gets Probation For Upskirt Videos

Michael Papandrea was sentenced to 24 months probation after pleading guilty to six felony charges connected to video found on his phone.

Former Oak Lawn Official Pleads Guilty In 'Hit And Run' Crash

Former Oak Lawn Village Manager Larry Deetjen receives probation and community service for crash that left a pedestrian critically injured.

Suburban Girl, 8, Dies Christmas Day After Years Fighting Cancer

Analia Garcia-Pinto, 8, died Christmas morning, her family said. She had battled cancer for half her life.

Fire At Homer Glen Horse Riding Barn 'A Real Blessing In Disguise'

The Holistic Riding Equestrian Therapy program that works with 100 local kids is hoping to raise $150,000 to make the farm operational.

Hickory Creek Brewing Owner Itching To Open In New Space

Hickory Creek owner Gary Meyer is excited to open the doors of its new location—and he's working around the clock to make it happen soon.

Orland Police Rally, Collect Signatures For Injured Officer

Orland Park police will deliver an encouraging card to their former officer and current Illinois State trooper Brian Frank.

Will County Seeks Applicants For Community Mental Health Board

Those interested can nominate themselves for a spot on the board; the Will County Board will vote on applicants.

Oak Forest Residents To See Property Tax Increase

The increase—supplemented by reserves—will help close a budget gap. Officials said they tried to keep the increase small.

Oak Forest Police Department Hiring Officers

Hiring needs are immediate; applications due soon.

Moraine Valley Community College Board Seeks To Fill 2 Vacancies

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter by Jan. 6 to be considered for the Moraine Valley Community College Board.

South Suburban Death Notices, Week of December 26

South suburban obituaries and available visitation information.