Tinley Park|News|
Racino Wins First Approval To Operate In Tinley Park
The Illinois Racing Board approved Playing in the Park's 12 dates in December 2020. That cleared a major hurdle for Tinley's racino.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
- Tinley Park, IL
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Orland Park, IL|News|
Orland Police Grant Expands Mental Health Health Services
The federal grant helps Orland Park police build on its commitment to improving law enforcement response to mental health-related incidents.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Chicago Heights, IL|News|
Murder Charges Dropped In Missing South Chicago Heights Mom Case
An Indiana judge dropped murder charges against a Gary man accused of killing Flores, of South Chicago Heights, earlier this year.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Tinley Park|News|
Chief Of Staff Sues State Sen. Michael Hastings For Harassment
State Sen. Michael Hastings' former chief of staff is suing him for harassment, discrimination and retaliation.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
Homewood Inches Closer To Changing Water Suppliers
Homewood trustees are set to vote to hire an engineer in a move that brings it closer to switching water providers to Chicago Heights.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Chicago Heights, IL|News|
Posen Police Sued After Heights Woman Dies In Motorcycle Crash
The family of a Chicago Heights woman who died in a motorcycle crash during a police chase is suing the Posen police department.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Tinley Park|News|
UFO Expert On Tinley Park's 2004 Sightings: They Were Not A Hoax
An Illinois UFO expert explains the Navy's announcement about the phenomena and what that means for Tinley's 2004 sightings.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Orland Township Hosts Fall Job Fair In October
Orland Township's October fall job fair could put you in touch with up to 40 employers. Computers will be available for online applications.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
The First Day Of Fall 2019: Can’t-Miss Event In Homewood
The fall equinox on Monday, Sept. 23. What better way to celebrate than Homewood's fall fest this weekend?
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
Foundation 153 Holds Online Auction To Support STEM In Schools
Parents can bid on a range of cool things, including Disney Parkhopper passes. But hurry — the deadline is Sunday at 9 a.m.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Tinley Park|News|
Navy Confirms UFOs: Could The Tinley Park Lights Be Real?
The Navy's announcement that objects in a 2017 video are UFOs brings to mind the Tinley Park Lights. See what residents say about them.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
2 Dolton Residents Charged With Orland Mail, Identity Theft
A Dolton man and woman accused of stealing mail from Orland businesses have been charged with mail and identity theft.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Judge Busts Orland Park Police Pot Bust
Judge finds no probable cause to detail three of five suspects arrested in Crestwood pot bust; "reluctantly" sets bail for other two,
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Dist. 146 Offers ESL Classes For Adults
District 146 officials will be offering English-language classes for adults beginning next month.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Chicago Heights, IL|News|
Teen's Social Media Threat Shuts Down Dist. 163 Middle School
A social media threat made by a 13-year-old shut down a Park Forest-Chicago Heights District 163 school. Students are safe, officials said.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
This Flossmoor House Offers Victorian Charm With Modern Luxury
Can you say "wow"? This lovely Victorian mansion offers beauty and luxury in quiet Flossmoor.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Property Tax Town Hall Set For October
Learn about property tax reform efforts and how changes could affect you in the forum at South Suburban College.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Chicago Heights, IL|News|
Ford Heights Artist Among New Exhibitors At Park Forest Art Fair
See Everton Jackson's work — by the reggae culture of Ocho Rios, Jamaica — at the 64th Annual Park Forest Art Fair this weekend.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
Get New Trees At Half Off At Homewood's TreeShare Program
Choose a recommended tree Saturday, and the village of Homewood will split the cost with you.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Orland Leaders' Ethics Questions Persist While Village Fixes Code
An ethics complaint against Mayor Pekau and Orland's police chief linger while the village fixes its ethics code. A new one is on the way.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
