Chicago Heights Area Bankruptcies In Year Of Coronavirus: See Trend

There was a major change in bankruptcy filings across the country last year. Here are the numbers for Cook County.

How Reliable Is Your Illinois Electric Provider?

See how well utility providers in the Chicago Heights area and across IL serve their electric customers.

Largest Southland Pete's Fresh Market Opens In Matteson

Pete's Fresh Market opened in Matteson on Wednesday. This is the largest location the family owned business has opened to date.

Chicago Heights Dunkin' Is Giving Away Free Coffee Every Monday

Free Coffee Mondays will bring DD Perk rewards members a free medium hot coffee with any purchase this month.

Small Business Saturday: Help Them Stay Afloat In Chicago Heights

Small Business Saturday — it’s on Nov. 28 this year — helps local businesses in Chicago Heights overcome pandemic hardships.

Which Chicago Heights Business Is Best Of The Year? Nominate it

Help us shine a spotlight on your favorite local business. Nominate them as a Chicago Heights Business of the Year.

Small Brewery Sunday: Where To Grab A Pint Near Chicago Heights

The second annual Small Brewery Sunday is Nov. 29. Here’s how to support local breweries and taprooms in Chicago Heights.

Lottery Ticket Worth $100K Sold At Mobil In South Chicago Heights

The lottery ticket is the largest win sold at the convenience store in Chicago Heights, according to clerk.

Comcast To Distribute $50K In Grants To Support Community Groups

Comcast is giving $50,000 in grants to three suburban Chicago organizations to support critical technology needs.

Local Manufacturer Develops PPE For Businesses, Schools

A Chicago Heights manufacturing company has stepped up to help out during the coronavirus pandemic.

3 Reasons To Keep Gardening During Illinois Stay-At-Home Order

The manager at Clarke's Garden Center & Stone Depot in Chicago Heights gives three reasons why this spring a perfect time to garden.

Chicago Heights Business Guide: What’s Open Or Closed In Town

We asked local businesses to update their status and created a handy guide from their responses.

Businesses: Open or Closed? Let Customers In Chicago Heights Know

We’re publishing a simple open-or-closed directory for Chicago Heights businesses. Here’s how to get listed.

New Jobs In The South Suburbs: Wash 'n Run, Gaelic Park, VIP Kid

Look at newly listed jobs on Patch classified sections in the south suburbs.

Gerald Auto Group Purchases Planet Toyota and Planet Honda

Chicago-area dealership adds iconic, world-leading brands and new locations to its already robust roster of prestigious vehicles

Chicago Heights Helps Zarlengo’s Open New Manufacturing Plant

Zarlengo’s is investing more than $1 million in its new building and boosting its workforce.

Chicago Heights Helps Complete Construction Find New Home in City

Complete Construction Resources, Inc. may shave as much as $200,000 off its property tax bill over the next 10-years.

RelaDyne Opening New Distribution Center In Chicago Heights

A national lubricant distributor is bringing 50 new jobs to the site of the former Sherwin Williams building on Joe Orr Road.

$3 Million Invested. RelaDyne Creates 50 Jobs in Chicago Heights.

Chicago Heights Economic Development Corporation helps with $3 million RelaDyne investment in Sherwin Williams property on city's east side.

Respond Now Celebrates 50 Years of Social Service

A 50th anniversary fundraiser for the social service agency will be held Sept. 19.

Boxing Club Trains Youths In Self Defense and Self Esteem

Chicago Heights Boxing and Fitness trains youth and adult boxers in self defense and goal achievement.

New Gaming Café Opens in Chicago Heights

Diane's Gaming and Café offers game play on five video poker and slot machines.

Ford Finishes Chicago-Area Plant Renovations

The $1 billion ​makeovers of Ford's Chicago Heights stamping plant and the Torrence Avenue assembly plant is now complete.

Pritzker's Budget Funds Roadwork For South Suburban Airport

Money set aside in the state budget Pritzker is expected to sign Wednesday signals that a south suburban airport may be on its way.

Ford To Cut 7,000 White-Collar Jobs, Including In Chicago Heights

Ford will cut 7,000 salaried jobs across the globe this week, including some at the Chicago Heights and Torrence Ave. plants.

Chicago Heights Recycling Business Owner Sentenced For Fraud

Brian Brundage, who owned Intercon Solutions in Chicago Heights, promised to recycle hazardous materials, but stored it or sold it instead.

The Egg And I In The Heights Reopens

The Egg and I, a beloved Chicago Heights breakfast restaurant, is back in business today, five months after a fire destroyed its kitchen.

Old Plank Trail Bank supports Franciscan Health Foundation

Funds from Old Plank Trail Community Bank donation will be used to purchase infant car seats and playards

Ford Invests $250 Million In Chicago Heights Stamping Plant

It comes as part of a $1 billion expansion of its Chicagoland production of three SUVs and will bring as many as 500 jobs to the area.

Fresh Market, Meijer, ALDI: Grocery Store Thanksgiving Hours

Find out which grocery stores in and around Chicago Heights will be open on Thanksgiving.

Underage Liquor Check In Dolton: Who Passed And Who Failed?

Five businesses in Dolton failed an underage compliance check by the Illinois Liquor Control Commission this week.

Surgical Instrument Left Inside Woman's Body: Lawsuit

A woman claims that a surgical instrument was left inside her body during a procedure at Franciscan Health Chicago Heights.

Nursing Home, Franciscan St. James Sued

The administrator of the estate of a patient at Applewood Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Matteson claims inadequate supervision.

Hi-Way Bakery Among Chicago's Best Spots For Donuts

The popular South Chicago Heights bakery has been lauded as one of the best in Chicagoland.

Ultra Foods to Close Chicago Heights Store

The Chicago Heights location is one of several that will close in Illinois and Indiana.

Wendy's Credit Card Breach Hits Chicago Heights Location

If you're a fan of Wendy's, you should check your credit card statements.

Where to Wash Your Car in Chicago Heights

Time to wash the filth and salt off your vehicle!

Meijer Hiring to Fill 280 Spots at Flossmoor Superstore

Find out how to apply.

Nurse With Criminal Past Hit Special Needs Child Assigned to Her Care: Lawsuit

Home healthcare agency did not investigate nurse prior to assigning her to supervise child at Chicago Heights school, lawsuit alleges.

700 Illinois ComEd Workers Head Toward East Coast Blizzard

The power line workers will assist with power restoration efforts in Philadelphia and Baltimore as historic storm bears down.