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Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Tuesday, June 16.

Homewood Homicide Suspect Took Own Life The Same Day He Fatally Shot Woman: PD

Carlos Jones had been identified as the suspect in the June 6 slaying of Bianca Davis, police confirmed Tuesday.

Queen Of Martyrs Announces It Will Not Reopen In The Fall

Plagued by financial deficits and a substitute teacher dogged by child molestation allegations, Queen of Martyrs School announces closing.

Man Stomped Inmate's Head, Left Him Nonverbal In Juvenile Detention Center Attempted Murder: State's Attorney

Donovan DeWayne Burbridge, 18, was found guilty in the March 2024 attack on another detainee.

Man Charged In Trooper's I-55 Death Taken From Courthouse On Stretcher, Case Continued Again

John Fleet was seen taken from the Will County Courthouse Monday. He is charged in the Dec. 2024 crash that killed Clay Carns.

Manhattan Man, 18, Fired A Dozen Shots From Backseat On Joyride With Friends: Police

Surveillance images helped police close in on a suspect in the June 8 shots fired incident, according to police reports.

Bolingbrook Man Flashes Gun At Cops: Police

Police say officers pulled up alongside the 21-year-old in an unmarked squad car when he showed them the weapon.

Will County Man Gets 10 Years In 2024 DUI Crash That Killed 39-Year-Old From Beecher: State's Attorney

Myles Swets admitted driving under the influence of drugs in the crash that killed Matthew Eisele.

Justice Man Accused Of Possessing, Disseminating Child Sex Abuse Material On Social Media

The man admitted to asking other social media users to share sexually explicit images of children, police said.

House Fire Extinguished In Minutes, No Injuries Reported: Fire Officials

The fire happened Tuesday morning in the 19400 block of Parker Road.

2 Men Shot In Gun Trafficking Sting, Getaway Driver Face Federal Charges: U.S. Attorney

Two men were shot while trying to rob federal agents. One man rammed an agent while trying to make a getaway in Country Club Hills.

Will County Launches New Alert System For Emergency Notifications, Community Updates

Residents are encouraged to register for enhanced emergency notifications, community alerts, and safety profiles for first responders.

EF-2 Tornado Confirmed in Hickory Hills: National Weather Service

National Weather Service teams were in the Hickory Hills and Bridgeview over the weekend surveying damage from June 11 storm.

'Made It Look Effortless': Tinley Special Olympics Star Athlete Leads Way, Carries Flame Of Hope On Torch Run

A Tinley Park man, Special Olympics star and avid runner again led Tinley Park police in the Law Enforcement Torch Run Tuesday.

Oak Forest Police Deputy Chief Rises To Rank Of Chief

Dominic D'Ambrosio was appointed to the role of chief following the retirement of Scott Durano in May.

Orland Park Lighting Outlet Store To Shutter After 3 Decades, Owner Says

Hortons Home Lighting owner now shifts focus to expanding its flagship location in La Grange.

Mom Honors Late Son's Memory, Bond With 'Soulmate' Dog With Gift Cards For Rescue's Foster Families

Robbie Hollingsworth died in 2023 at the age of 29, after battling addiction. His mother leads 'Fight On For Robbie' donation effort.

SBA Makes Low Interest Loans Available To Residents Affected By Storms

The U.S. Small Business Administration will host a disaster outreach center June 15-June 26 at the Oak Lawn Library for storm relief.

New Restaurant Opening End Of June In Romeoville

The new restaurant, serving South Indian dishes, also has locations in Arlington Heights and Warrenville.

Stage Catches Fire At Frankfort Business: Fire District

The fire district said it responded to the business at 9:03 a.m. Monday for a reported structure fire.

Will County Launches New Alert System For Emergency Notifications, Community Updates

Residents are encouraged to register for enhanced emergency notifications, community alerts, and safety profiles for first responders.

NAACP Chicago Far-South Suburban Branch Hosts Juneteenth Community Forum In Homewood

The event is set for Saturday, June 20 at the Irwin Center.

'Every Pet Deserves A Victory Lap': Will County, Chicagoland Speedway Partner In Adoption Campaign

Adoption fees waived June 10 through July 10. Free microchipping for dogs, cats, rabbits, and ferrets also.

Traffic Safety Checkpoint Planned Thursday-Friday In Crestwood

Cook County Sheriff's Police will be conducting a traffic safety checkpoint in Crestwood, Thursday, June 18, to Friday, June 19.