Oak Lawn Police Forming Cadet Program

Young adults ages 17-21, aspiring to a career in law enforcement, are invited to apply for the Oak Lawn Police Department's Cadet Program.

Oak Lawn Woman Debuts Young Adult Novel Saturday At Cork And Bean

Rebecca Garner will be signing copies of her book, "Why Won't My Boobs Grow ... And Other Annoyances," July 23 at Cork And Bean in Oak Lawn.

Monkeypox Vaccine Arrives In Suburban Cook County

Cook County Department of Public Health received a limited supply of doses for suburban residents exposed to the JYNNEOS virus.

Circle Of The Ring | Honor Flight | Police Involved Shooting

SOUTHLAND WEEK IN REVIEW: Support For Off-Duty Cop Left Paralyzed Mounts | 'Fakequity' | Salon A Loss After Car Plows Through It | IL Photos

Village Demands Meeting With Gaslight Owners After Reported Problems

Village officials want to meet with new owners of Gaslight after receiving dozens of complaints about noise and parking issues.

Oak Lawn Woman Debuts Young Adult Novel Saturday At Cork And Bean

Rebecca Garner will be signing copies of her book, "Why Won't My Boobs Grow ... And Other Annoyances," July 23 at Cork And Bean in Oak Lawn.

Latest: Check Hospital Capacity In Oak Lawn Area

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Cook County and across IL.

Still A Few Spots Left At Oak Lawn Chamber Golf Outing

There are still a few spots left in the Oak Lawn Chamber of Commerce golf outing at Stony Creek Golf Course on July 14.

Oak Lawn Park District: IPRA Unplug Illinois Day

In celebration of the Summer Olympics, along with Illinois Park and Recreation Association's (IPRA) Unplug Illinois Day on July 10th, th ...

Oak Lawn Park District: Brandt Park Renovations

7/01/2021- BRANDT PARK IS CURRENTLY CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC DUE TO RENOVATIONS. WE ANTICIPATE RENOVATIONS TO BE COMPLETED IN OCTOBER AND WI ...

Oak Lawn Area Red Cross Blood Drive Coming Up Soon

The Red Cross is holding a blood drive in the Oak Lawn area soon.

Music, Wrestling And Fireworks Top Bridgeview July 3 Spectacular

The Bridgeview Park District will host a July 3rd spectacular featuring music, professional wrestling and fireworks at Commissioners Park.

Good Samaritan | Bears Should Move | Mayor Sentenced

SOUTHLAND WEEK IN REVIEW: Priest Abuse Lawsuit Settled | Racial Incident Becomes Teachable Moment | Indiana Fireworks Stores

Oak Lawn Park District: Oak Lawn Park District Special Recreation Department Fundraiser

The Oak Lawn Park District Special Recreation Department played baseball at the Windy City Thunderbolts stadium on Sunday, June 13th bef ...

Friends of Oak Lawn Library Reopen Bookstore And Donation Counter

Friends of the Oak Lawn Public Library have reopened the used books store and donations counter since the beginning of the pandemic in 2020.

Applications Still Being Accepted For OL Independence Day Parade

Want to march in Oak Lawn's Independence Day Parade? Applications being accepted through June 23.

Greekfest - The Drive-thru is this weekend, June 19 and 20

Greekfest - The Drive-thru is this weekend, June 19 and 20. Drive up, order and take home the best Greek food you've ever had.

Oak Lawn Park District: Oak Lawn 4th Of July Fireworks

Oak Lawn is the perfect place to enjoy a spectacular aerial fireworks display for the 4th of July holiday. Oak Lawn Park District and Vi ...

Renovated Lawn Manor Park Unveiled In Oak Lawn

The Oak Lawn Park District unveiled the new Lawn Manor Park featuring a zip line, shelter with "live roof," sand volleyball and more.

Neighbors Celebrate Oak Lawn Woman's 100th Birthday

Neighbors celebrated long-time Oak Lawn resident Mary Olijar's 100th trip around the sun with a car parade and party on the front lawn.

Dist. 123 Offers COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic Saturday at OLHMS

Dist. 123 and Walgreens will offer the Pfizer vaccine to all community members age 12 and up June 19, at Oak Lawn-Hometown Middle School.

Connect With Employers Saturday At U.S. Rep. Newman's Job Fair

Connect with more than 15 companies, businesses and government agencies looking to hire local workers June 19 at Kennedy High School.

St. Nicholas Greek Fest Goes Express Father's Day Weekend

"Greek Fest: The Drive-Thru" gets underway June 19 and June 20 at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church featuring authentic Greek cuisine.

Oak Lawn Park District's Lawn Manor Park is Open

The newly renovated park is now open to the public

Oak Lawn Park District: Lawn Manor Park Is OPEN!

EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT - Lawn Manor Park is now OPEN to the public!

Oak Lawn Residents Want Relief From Rats

Oak Lawn village officials ask for residents' help in the war on rats.

Oak Lawn First Responders To Be Honored At Blue Ribbon Walk

Show your support for Oak Lawn's police officers and firefighters Saturday, June 5, by marching in the Blue Ribbon Walk at Lake Shore Park.

95th Street To Be Closed 2 Weeks For Rail Crossing Repairs

IDOT and Metra will repair the badly deteriorating rail crossing on 95th Street east of 52nd Avenue starting June 16.

Oak Lawn Pays Tribute To The Fallen On Memorial Day

Johnson-Phelps VFW Post 5220 leads Memorial Day ceremony in Oak Lawn with guests Mayor Terry Vorderer and Congresswoman Marie Newman.

Oak Lawn Farmers Market Opens Wednesday For 2021 Season

The Oak Lawn Farmers Market kicks off June 9 and runs every Wednesday through Oct. 18, featuring your favorite produce and vendors.

Memorial Day Ceremonies Planned For Oak Lawn, Hometown

Take a moment out of your holiday weekend to honor the fallen at Oak Lawn and Hometown Memorial Day ceremonies on May 31.

Oak Lawn Park District: New Mask Guidelines

Please find details HERE.

Students And Memory Care Residents Spread Their Wings With Kites

Southwest Chicago Christian Students spread their wings and fly kites for their old friends at Grace Point Place Memory Care.

Street Sign Dedication To Honor Fallen Hometown Police Officer

A street sign will be unveiled Memorial Day, May 31, honoring Lt. James Kouski Jr., who was killed directing traffic at an accident scene.

Pools Set To Reopen In Oak Lawn For Summer 2021

Central pool set to reopen Memorial Day weekend, Centennial pool June 5 and June 6. Oak Lawn Park District's nine splash pads open now.

Extras Needed For Bar Fight Movie Scene At Gaslight Bar And Grill

Sci-fi thriller "Fate Forthcoming Race To The Omega Stone" needs extras for a fight scene June 1 at the Gaslight Bar and Grill in Oak Lawn.

Oak Lawn Teens Invited To Showcase Their Skills In Music Showcase

The Oak Lawn Arts and Events Commission is accepting entries from teens ages 13 to 19 to perform in the first teen musical showcase.

Richards High School. Central Avenue All Clear: OLPD

Richards High School has been placed on lockdown as a precautionary measure as police respond to a barricaded man in the area.

Oak Lawn Park District: Pools & Water Features

at the Oak Lawn Park District pools. Central Pool, 9400 S. Kenton Ave., opens Memorial Day weekend; Saturday, May 29th through Monday, M ...

Fall On The Green Is Coming Back In 2021

Oak Lawn's popular Fall On The Green festival is planning a comeback Sept. 10 through Sept. 12 as the COVID-19 pandemic wanes.

South Suburban Fish Fry Roundup for Lent 2020

Find a list of nearby fish fry events happening on the South Side and south suburbs during the 2020 Lenten season.

Travel Like A Local: Submit Your Town For Our 2018 Travel Guide

Whether you've got the best brewery around or a music festival that rivals Coachella, tell us why your town should be a destination in 2018.