Grandfather Slain | Man Drowns In River | Another 'Suspicious' Fire

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Tuesday, June 25.

New Details Emerge Of Grisly Hickory Hills Slaying

Family members were seeking a restraining order against the grandson in the days leading up to his grandfather's slaying, prosecutors said.

Man, 58, Drowns In Kankakee River After Falling Overboard: Officials

A man's body was pulled from the Kankakee River Saturday after witnesses reported he did not resurface, the coroner's office said.

Another 'Suspicious' Fire At Tinley Mental Health Center: Chief

The fire was reported just after midnight in what was formerly a power supply building for the long-vacant property.

Flossmoor Man, 34, Charged After Throwing Drink At Kim Foxx: Reports

The 34-year-old man allegedly threw a brown liquid at the Cook County State's Attorney outside a home on Sterling Avenue Friday.

Manhattan Native, 40, Remembered For Grace, Resilience In Cancer Fight

Manhattan's Alexis Freer died June 14, less than a month after celebrating her 40th birthday. Her husband reflects on their journey.

Emergency Blood Shortage In Illinois, Donations Needed, Center Says

All blood types are needed, with O-positive and O-negative being the most in demand, Versiti Blood Center said in a release.

Mokena Business Giving Out CBD Dog Treats Ahead Of July 4

SunKissed Greenz in Mokena will hand out one free CBD dog treat per dog per customer on June 28 and 29.

Village Sets Dates For Coffee Chats With Village Manager Pat Carr

Residents are encouraged to join Carr for coffee and a discussion of Tinley Park topics.

Frankfort Country Market Expands Into New Parking Lot

The Country Market is held every Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through Oct. 27.

Make Some Noise At Burbank's 'Party In The Park' At Narragansett Park

Head over to Narrangansett Park June 27 to June 30, for bands, big rides, beer tent, food, kids activties and a huge fireworks show Saturday.

Join The Frankfort Park District For Parties In The Park

The next Party in the Park event will be held July 8 at Lakeview Estates North park.

LTHS Board Approves Contract Extension For Superintendent

The new contract begins on July 1, and expires on June 30, 2026.

Work Continues On Roundabout, Portion Of Haven Avenue Closed: Village

AT&T work will close a section of Haven Avenue at Cedar Road beginning Tuesday, June 25.

South Suburban Death Notices, Week Of June 24

South suburban obituaries and available visitation information.