Man Aimed Laser At Chopper: Feds | Cop Linked To Girl's Murder: PD | Arrest In Robbery, 'We're Not Done': PD

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Tuesday, Oct. 13.

Chicago Man Accused Of Aiming Laser Pointer At CPD Chopper, Prompts Warning From FBI

The FBI said there has been an alarming increase in laser strike events in the Chicagoland area over the past few years.

DNA, Fingerprint Link Former CPD Detective To 8-Year-Old Girl's 1960 Murder: Police

Chicago police never forgot 8-year-old Gloria Kowalewicz, who was abducted on her way to mass 65 years ago and found murdered.

Arrest Made, Investigation Ongoing In Verizon Armed Robbery: 'We Are Not Done', NLPD Says

Five suspects were in custody after fleeing to Chicago following the brazen daytime armed robbery Saturday at the New Lenox Verizon store.

Third Rabid Bat Found In Oak Forest: Cook County

The bat was found Oct. 9 near the 6200 block of El Morro Lane.

No Armed Robbery At Burger King In New Lenox Sunday: Police

Police clarified they were called for a report of a road rage incident in which a gun was mentioned but not seen or displayed.

Burglary Suspects Tried To Drag ATM Out Of Oak Forest Walgreens: Police

The two broke into the store just after 4:30 a.m. Monday, police said.

Motorcyclist, Bicyclist Injured In LaGrange Road Crash: Orland Park Police

The crash happened at 132d and LaGrange Road Sunday just after 6 p.m., Orland Park police said.

7 Months In, Summit Hill 161 Teachers & Board Of Education Still Negotiating For Contract

The teachers' union says it's still acting in good faith with admin, urging them to "collaborate with us immediately" to avoid a strike.

'How Wrong This Decision Is': SWAT Commander Rebuked Call Not To Send Team To New Lenox Barricade

Text messages show confusion surrounding Will Co. Sheriff's decisions during a New Lenox barricade call.

Resident Suffers Burns In New Lenox House Fire, Dog Rescued: Fire District

The fire happened Friday morning on Manor Court.

National Bigfoot Day Market Coming To Downtown Lemont

The market wil celebrate all things Bigfoot on Oct. 17.

'Struggle At Every Turn' For Palos Heights Couple Wanting Answers After Dog's Fatal Mauling

Nearly a month after their 2-year-old dog was killed by a loose pit bull, Erin Work and Casey Rauhut say little action has been taken.

Oak Forest Boy Advances In Baby Of The Year Contest, Vies For $25K & Starring Spot In Ad Campaign

Jace Doyle, 6 months, is competing in a nationwide Baby Of The Year contest. He's "been smiling since the day he was born," his mom says.

Lincoln-Way East Girls Golf Finishes Second At State Finals

The team competed at the state finals Oct. 9-10 in Decatur.

Chicago Grocer To Open First Suburban Location In Romeoville

Developers will break ground in the spring on the new grocery store.

Spots Remain For Tinley Park Citizens Police Academy, Enrollment Deadline Extended: Village

Academy runs Thursdays Jan. 7–March 25. Registration deadline extended to Oct. 15.