6 Dogs Tortured, Killed & Dumped | Pedestrian Killed By Semi | Guilty Of Threats To Rep | Bodycam Released

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Tuesday, April 21.

'Cruel And Sadistic': 6 Dogs Tortured & Killed, Dumped In Trash Bags In Will County

The dogs were found dumped in a wooded area in unincorporated Crete. A $5,000 reward is being offered to find the person responsible.

Pedestrian Struck, Killed By Semi On I-57: Illinois State Police

The incident happened Monday morning just before 9 a.m. on I-57 southbound in Kankakee County.

Homer Glen Man Pleads Guilty After Threatening State Rep. La Ha

Steven Brady, of Homer Glen, was sentenced to 12 months of court supervision and to have no contact with La Ha.

Body-Cam Footage Captures Deadly Shooting Of Chicago Police Officer Krystal Rivera

The body-cam footage comes after an appellate court overruled a Cook County judge's protective order.

Man, 26, Squirted Unknown Substance On Woman At Tinley Park Target: Police

The incident happened April 3, police said. Police said the man allegedly had two other incidents of similar unwanted contact with women.

'Targeted' Shooting In Orland Hills Still Under Investigation, Police Say

Police are withholding information pending the investigation, a spokesperson said.

Fugitive Sought In Loop Convenience Store Shooting Nabbed In Oak Lawn: CPD

The Oak Lawn man who was shoplifting items shot an employee when confronted outside a downtown convenience store, Chicago police said.

'A Long And Strange Trip': New Lenox's Arrowhead Ales Marks 10 Years, Owners Owe It To Community & Grit

Arrowhead Ales opened in '16, a passion project of 2 teachers with a bold idea and an opportunity. An anniversary party is set for April 18.

Frankfort Bluegrass Fundraiser Planned For May 1

The fundraiser helps support the Frankfort Bluegrass Festival, which will be held in July in Frankfort.

Real Estate 'King' Retires After Nearly 5 Decades, But Family 'Keeps The Kroll Name Going'

Mokena's Tony and Mary Kroll may be retired from real estate, but their legacy of hard work continues with a second, third generation.

'Hairspray' Comes To The Stage At Eisenhower High School

Big hair, catchy tunes and an uplifting message captivate 'Hairspray' in Eisenhower High School's spring musical April 23-April 25.

Registration Open Now For Manhattan's Community-wide Garage Sale

The village-wide garage sale will be held Friday, June 12 and Saturday, June 13. Registration is open until June 5.

Bolingbrook's Arbor Day Celebration, Community Shred Set For Saturday

The celebration will kick off with a tree planting at 10 a.m. at Liberty Park, 298 N. Orchard Drive.

Moms' Special Needs Respite Facebook Group Provides Lifeline For Caregivers In Will, Cook Counties

Launched in 2018, the group now has nearly 3,000 members, from caregivers to teachers to nurses.

Mother McAuley Sophomores Sell Commemorative T-Shirts Honoring Fallen CFD Michael Altman

Mother McAuley sophomores are raising money for the fallen firefighter's family by selling T-shirts and passing the boot at games, April 30.

Palos Orland LWV Discuss Pros, Cons, Of Electoral College Wednesday At Orland Park Library

Is the electoral college a relic? The League of Women Voters discusses the pros and cons, Wednesday, April 22, at the Orland Park library.