Human Remains Found In Trash Can | Clerk Threatened With Sledgehammer In Burglary | Armored Truck Robbed

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Tuesday, Nov. 10.

Human Remains Found In Garbage Can: Chicago Heights PD

The remains were found Sunday morning.

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Clerk Threatened With Sledgehammer, Gaming Machines Hit In Mokena Gas N Wash Smash And Grab: PD

The burglary happened just before 5 a.m. Tuesday at the Gas N Wash location at 199th and LaGrange Road, police said.

2 Still At Large After Brazen Mid-Afternoon Armored Truck Armed Robbery In Hickory Hills

The two robbers grabbed the money from the armored truck driver before he had a chance to put the money in the ATM, Hickory Hills cops said.

Construction Worker In Critical Condition After Crash Near Lemont: Palos Park PD

The driver of the vehicle was also taken to the hospital, according to police.

Orland Park Man Left Vulgar Sexual Messages, Voicemail Threats For Family Business Employee: Police

Police say he threatened to stab officers and complained that the employee, in her 20s, was a "Muslim terrorist."

Garage Fire Damages Frankfort Home: Fire District

No one was injured in the fire, officials said.

Reports Of Juvenile With Gun On Mokena Street Not Credible: Police

Mokena police on Monday afternoon said that a juvenile had been reported truant from school, but that reports they had a gun were false.

Hometown Residents Express Concerns About New Methadone Clinic Opening In Plaza

The mayor said the city can't deny giving the owner a business license because the clinic meets all the zoning and code requirements.

Police Seek Leads In I-80 Hit-And-Run That Critically Injured Pedestrian: ISP

The person was struck while on the shoulder of I-80 eastbound near Maple Street in New Lenox.

Renewed Hope As Lost Dog Believed Spotted In Kankakee, His 'Person' Won't Give Up

Jenny Grant said she's certain the dog spotted Nov. 5 in Kankakee is her Belgian Malinois Grimm, missing from Homer Glen/Orland Park.

Tinley Park Arrenello's Closes After 22 Years, Owner Looks Toward Retirement

Owner of the pizza place known for its sweet sauce closes the last Illinois location, with two remaining in Indiana.

Tinley Police Leadership Shifts Following Embattled Chief's Resignation

Thomas Tilton's resignation was effective Oct. 23. Village officials on Wednesday tapped a new chief and several watch commanders.

Mail-In And Provisional Ballots Put D128 School Referendum Ahead By Razor-Thin Margin

One vote short of successfully passing the D128 limited rate referendum, the measure pulls ahead thanks to mail-in ballots.

No Injuries In Basement Fire At Orland Park Home: Orland Fire

The fire happened Sunday morning in the 8400 block of Camelia Lane.

Repeat Target Thief Hits New Lenox Store, Steals Nearly $1K In Merchandise: New Lenox PD

The man has also been seen on surveillance stealing from stores in Orland Park, Tinley Park and Homewood, according to police.

Village To Honor 11 Names Added To Memorial Wall In Veterans Day Ceremony

The Village of Orland Park will host a Veterans Day ceremony on Wednesday, Nov. 11 at 11 a.m.

PHOTOS: Lincoln-Way West Wins In Overtime, Advances To Quarterfinals

Warriors defeated St. Laurence Vikings in Burbank Saturday, Nov. 7. They'll next face undefeated Hersey HS Saturday, Nov. 14.

Local Makers, Bakers & Growers, Unique Gifts Featured In Watershed Café & Books Holiday Market

The market will be held Saturday, Nov. 28 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Mokena business.