2 Dead In Shoot-out | Mayor Blasts SAFE-T Act | Stray Dog Attack

Miss a day, miss a lot. Let's get all caught up with the Top Southland Stories for Sept 15.

Washington Park Shootout Leaves 2 Dead, 7 Shot

Chicago police say that two groups were involved in a "personal altercation," and are offering a $15,000 reward for info leading to arrests.

Orland Park Mayor, Village Trustees Decry SAFE-T Act

Orland Park Mayor Keith Pekau spoke up in strong opposition of the legislation at a Sept. 6 Village Board meeting.

Alderman Warns Of Stray Pit Bull Attack, Says Second Stray Sighted

A North Beverly woman and her dog are okay after being attacked by a stray pit bull. Authorities are searching for a second stray pit.

Felon With Gun Crashes Into Squad Car, Flees Scene, Gets Arrested: PD

The 32-year-old man faces a slew of charges after the Monday incident.

Orland Park Family Honors Late Son With Charity Christmas Tree Sale

The Peck family lost their 20-year-old son to sudden cardiac arrest. In his honor, they're joining a special fundraising effort.

Awake Illinois Sends Casten 'Cease and Desist' Letter For 'Defamation'

U.S. Rep. Sean Casten calls on GOP opponent Keith Pekau to disavow his allies and award he received from the far-right conservative group.

Creative Spark Glows At New Custom Apparel Shop In Oak Forest

Takina Morris opened The Plug, which offers custom printed apparel, promotional materials, and more, in space at 158th and Central Avenue.

Tinley Couple, Businesses Raise Funds To Honor Daughter's Cancer Fight

Jeff and Leslie Janes have partnered with local businesses to raise funds for childhood cancer research in memory of their daughter Julia.

Manhattan Police Warn Residents About Recent Area Vehicle Break-Ins

A residential security camera captured footage of one burglary and police said that there could have been more incidents around the area.

Frankfort Native Receives Prestigious Full-Ride College Scholarship

Lincoln-Way East graduate Julia Ward is the recipient of Virginia Military Institute's Peay scholarship and will play Division I water polo.

Mokena's Halloween Hallow Offers Food, Music, Carnival In October

The three-day event runs from Oct. 7-9 and features live musical entertainment, a costume contest, pumpkin painting, and other activities.

Frankfort To Host Open House For Proposed Sauk Bike Trail Plan

The proposed project would complete a one-mile map in the existing trail network and officials hope to obtain a grant to cover the costs.

Beverly Art Walk Features 150+ Chicago Artists, Music, Craft Market

The multi-faceted Beverly Art Walk returns to several locations in Beverly/Morgan Park on Saturday, Sept. 17.

South Suburban Death Notices, Week of September 12

South suburban obituaries and available visitation information.