1 Dead In Crash | Maggots In School Toilets: Teachers | Missing Man Safe | 2,000 Shirts Sold In Teen's Memory

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Thursday, Oct. 1.

1 Dead After Early-Morning Crash In Frankfort: Cops

A 20-year-old from Joliet was pronounced dead after the crash, police said.

Dist. 130 Teachers Allege Maggots In Toilet, Black Mold, Filth Found All Over Schools

A rally was held Wednesday, Sept. 30, at Nathan Hale Primary to protest filthy schools since D130 board laid off SEIU custodian workers.

Kenny Babich, Missing Nearly A Month, Found Safe: Family

Babich, who just turned 40, was last seen Sept. 3. On Wednesday, family members said he was found.

'For Our Boy': Nearly 2,000 Shirts Sold, Community Support Overflows For Family Of Late New Lenox Teen

Brennen Saele's family hopes fans will drench the football stands in a sea of red Oct. 2, in honor of the 17-year-old who died Sept. 19.

Romeoville Grandmother Abused 2 Grandchildren For Years: Police

A teen who ran away had injuries consistent with abuse, as did his younger sibling, according to Romeoville police.

'Play For Meg': Softball Tourney Fundraiser To Benefit Beloved Tinley Woman, 37, In Breast Cancer Fight

Former bartender and paraeducator Meg Malito is loved by many. An Oct. 3 softball tournament at Ozinga Field will raise funds for her.

Convicted Bank Robber Guilty Of Assaulting Kankakee Co. Jail Guards With Broom: Federal Jury

Jermaine Turner, 27, was found guilty of hitting two jail guards with a broom handle, federal prosecutors said.

Giant Pop-Up Sale Of Used Kids' Clothing, Toys Returns To Frankfort

The Kid's Closet Connection-Will County will hold its fall sale Oct. 2–4, with 40,000 items already tagged and waiting for shoppers.

Gaelic Park's 'Flights & Flannels' Spotlights Local Breweries, Tickets Still Available

The event set for Friday, Oct. 2 features live music and 8 area breweries.

Main Stage Improv Brings Halloween Comedy Spooktacular to Tinley Park

"Ghouls Just Wanna Have Fun!" brings audience-driven improv, costumes and Halloween mayhem to the stage for one night only.

'Scary At The Prairie' Brings Costume Runs To Frankfort Park

The Oct. 17 event features a 100-yard dash, 1-mile fun run or 5K for kids and families.

Frankfort's Hickory Creek Softball Team Takes Third Place At State

In the third-place game, Hickory Creek defeated Geneseo, 7-1.

New Lenox Favorite 'Empty Bowls' Back, More Fall Fun At Newly Renamed 'Fallapalooza'

Previously Last Call Before Fall, Oct. 10 event features township food pantry fundraiser, kids' activities, live music, food & drinks.

Bolingbrook Mosque Welcomes Public For Open House

The Muslim Association of Bolingbrook is inviting neighbors to come inside the mosque and ask questions.