Chicago Heights, IL|News|
Park Forest Issues Water Boil Alert Through Weekend
The Village of Park Forest has issued a mandatory water boil order through Monday after a water sample showed contamination in some areas.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
- Tinley Park, IL
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Chicago Heights, IL|News|
Bloom Trail High School Announces Registration Dates
Bloom Trail High School in Steger announced registration dates and requirements for later in July.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Bridge Work On LaGrange Road Over Cal-Sag Channel Begins Monday
Expect lane closures and slower traffic times on LaGrange Road over the Cal-Sag after bridge work begins Monday.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Tinley Park|News|
Burglary Crew Hits 2 Tinley Strip Malls On 4th Of July
A known burglary crew hit two Tinley Park strip malls in a Fourth of July smash-and-grab Thursday night.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Explore Parks And Win Prizes In Orland's Scavenger Hunt
The Recreation and Parks Departments at the Village of Orland Park has a challenge for residents: Explore all 64 village park sites to comp
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Tinley Park|News|
Patch's Patriotic Pets Steal The 4th Of July Show
We asked. You delivered! Check out the most adorable pets ready for the 4th of July. There's even a Lab pup ready for adoption.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
Chevrolet Of Homewood Holds BBQ For The Troops July 13
Chevrolet of Homewood is firing up the grill Saturday, July 13 to raise awareness and funds for local troops and their families.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Tinley Park|News|
Expect New Traffic Patterns On Tinley's North Street Next Week
Construction on North Street in Tinley Park shifts next Tuesday, and the western portion of North will be closed.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Tinley Park|News|
Pets, Bottle Rockets, Rain: What To Know About Tinley's Fireworks
Will a little rain stop the fireworks show? No. Can you blow off bottle rockets in Tinley? Also no. Learn more about fireworks in Tinley.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Chicago Heights, IL|News|
One Injured In Chicago Heights Motorcycle Collision
A collision between a yellow Yamaha motorcycle and a red Toyota Corolla Tuesday in Chicago Heights has left one man with severe head trauma.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Chicago Man Charged With Attempted Kidnapping In Orland Park
Sofiane Mansouri, of Chicago, is being held on $500,000 bond after authorities said he tried to kidnap a woman in Orland Park.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Tinley Park|News|
Tinley's Park District Is Hiring 2 Theater Positions
The Tinley Park – Park District is hiring two positions: an art party attendant and theater supervisor, and a theater tech booth operator.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
Rain? Sensory Zone? What To Know About Homewood's 4th Of July
Homewood is gearing up for its annual 4th of July parade. Here's what you need to know about start times, sensory zones and rain delays.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Tinley Park|News|
Tinley Travel Alert: 4th Of July Road Closures Announced
Tinley will close 80th Ave. from 167th St. to 171st St., and 169th St. from 80th to 81st Ave. Thursday evening for 4th of July celebrations.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Tinley Park|News|
Tinley Tightens Rules On Airbnb-Style Short-Term Rentals
Residents looking to rent rooms Airbnb-style face new restrictions in Tinley Park.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Orland Park Trustees Release Minutes Of Bid Investigation Meeting
Orland Park trustees waded deep into political weeds by releasing minutes of a closed meeting about the investigation into bid practices.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Chicago Heights, IL|News|
Patriotic Pet? Send Patch Your Photos!
Slip a little star-spangled something on your pooch, kitten or parakeet and send Patch your best photos. Find out how.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Tinley Park|News|
Cook County $1 Minimum Wage Hike Might Not Apply To You
Check your check for Cook County's $1 minimum wage hike? Look twice — your village probably didn't participate.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
Homewood Heights Wraps Up First T-Ball Season With Celebration
It's a wrap for Homewood Heights Baseball & Softball Club's first T-ball season, which drew scores of kids to the fields.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Oak Forest Shuts Down Rockin' Horse Saloon
The Rockin' Horse has been shut down by the City of Oak Forest. An owner said allegations of code violations are likely race-based.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
