Gunman Shoots Up House | 1 Dead In Motorcycle Crash | Pedestrian Killed On I-55 | Man Sex Trafficked Teen

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Tuesday, March 3.

Joliet Gunman Shot Up House, Said Teenage Victim Owed Him Money: Lockport Police

On Dec. 16, Lockport Police received a call for gunshots on West Teton Drive.

Tow Truck Driver Accused Of Stealing Crashed Vehicles And Selling Them For Scrap: ISP

The tow truck driver presented a junk car company with fake paperwork indicating he had the authority to sell the cars for scrap, ISP said.

Pedestrian Killed On I-55 Identified As Romeoville Man: Coroner

The man, Brandon Mercado-Morales, 25, was pronounced dead at 1:31 a.m. on March 1.

Lockport Man Killed In Motorcycle Crash: Coroner

Michael Pew, 43, was pronounced dead at 5:05 p.m. Saturday at Silver Cross Hospital, the coroner's office said.

Chicago Man Posed Teen Girl Naked, Sex Trafficked Her At Lansing Motel: U.S. Attorney

A federal jury convicted a 40-year-old Chicago man on sex trafficking charges this week, the U.S. Attorney's Office said.

'Made My Dad Proud': New Lenox Teen Follows Late Dad's Advice To Become Caddie, Wins Full Ride To College

LW West senior Austin Seglem is one of 100 Chicago-area caddies to be awarded the Chick Evans Scholarship. He hopes his dad would be proud.

Northwest Elementary Math Teacher Shavon Brewer Finalist For Golden Apple Teaching Award

Shavon Brewer is one of 30 finalists for the prestigious award that recognizes teachers for their impact in the classroom.

Know Before You Go: South Suburban Irish Festivities

• Tinley Park Irish Parade Set For March 8

Tinley's popular and beloved Irish Parade returns Sunday, March 8 along Oak Park Avenue.

• Oak Forest Fleadh 2026 Set To Paint The Town Green

Now in its 17th year, Fleadh Irish festival will include another day of fun such as a 5K, parade, live music, and more, set for March 7.

• 32nd Annual Manhattan Irish Fest Set To Paint Town Green

Manhattan's beloved Irish Fest returns for its 32nd year Friday, March 6 and Saturday, March 7 in downtown Manhattan.

LW D210 Hires New Head Coaches: First-Ever Girls Flag Football Teams, Girls Lacrosse, Boys Soccer

Lincoln-Way District 210 on Friday announced a slate of new head coaches for several sports.

New Lenox Fire Protection District Promotes 3 To Key Leadership Roles

Brian Applegate promoted to Deputy Chief, Daniel Vanek to Batallion Chief, and Luke Wroblewski to Lieutenant.

South Suburban Death Notices, Week of March 2

South suburban obituaries and available visitation information.

Over 300 Universities, Colleges Saturday For IL National College Fair At Moraine Valley

High school students, current and prospective students are encouraged to attend the college fair Saturday, March 7, at MVCC.

LHS Senior Earns Lemont Girls’ Wrestling’s First State Medal

O'Connor placed sixth at 125 pounds at the 2026 IHSA Girls' Wrestling State Finals, which were contested on Feb. 27-28.

Public Hearing Planned For 60-Unit Multi-Family Development In Lemont Amid Opposition

The development, Belmont Estates, will be discussed by the planning and zoning commission on Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at Village Hall.