Oak Forest, IL|News|
Oak Forest Seeks Shoe Donations For Hurricane Dorian Children
The City of Oak Forest is collecting shoe donations for children whose families were victims of Hurricane Dorian.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
- Tinley Park, IL
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Oak Forest, IL|News|
Hillcrest Teen Earns Coveted Top Score On AP Exam
Only 9 percent of AP test-takers earn the top score of 5 on the World History Exam. Kamira Payne is among them. Find out her secret.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Cook County Forest Preserve Mulls Tax Hike Request
The Forest Preserve District of Cook County is considering asking voters for a property tax increase to pay for long-overdue projects.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
2 Orland Park Teens Are National Merit Scholarship Semi-Finalists
Semi-finalists for the scholarship were announced on Wednesday.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
1 Oak Forest Teen Named National Merit Scholarship Semi-Finalist
Semi-finalists for the scholarship were announced Wednesday.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Tinley Park|News|
2 Tinley Seniors Are National Merit Scholarship Semi-Finalists
Semi-finalists for the scholarship were announced Wednesday.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Chicago Heights, IL|News|
CMT Teach Me How Academy Is Hiring Preschool Teachers
CMT, a Chicago Heights daycare is looking for preschool teachers with early childhood development hours or CDA certification.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Tinley Park|News|
Tinley's Park District Is Hiring A Full-Time Landscape Specialist
The park district in Tinley is looking for a full-time landscaper. Some experience is necessary.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Orland Park Police Department Is Hiring Officers
Want to become an officer? Now may be your chance. Orland Park police begin accepting applications Sept. 16.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Chicago Heights, IL|News|
'Fighting For Justice': Fund Set For Girl Shot In Chicago Heights
Rev. Cheryl Anderson understands the mother's plight. “I don’t want this family to go what my family has gone through," she said.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Six Cook Cook County Municipalities Win Homeland Security Grants
Tinley, Oak Forest and Chicago Heights are among the recipients for money designed to be used to protect the public from terrorist threats.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Chicago Heights, IL|News|
Bridge Work Begins Monday On I-57 At Sauk Trail In Richton Park
Commuters: Brace yourselves for I-57 lane closures. Work is scheduled to begin Monday on the Sauk Trail bridge.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
Chicago Man, Bartlett Woman Win Hidden Gem Half Marathon
Check out the winners of Flossmoor's Hidden Gem Half Marathon.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Obituary: George "Bill" Hanson Of Oak Forest
George "Bill" Hanson, owner of an Oak Forest Subway franchise, has died.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Tinley Park|News|
Construction Underway For Boulevard at Central Station Apartments
The Village of Tinley Park broke ground Thursday on the long-anticipated Boulevard at Central Station apartments project.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Chicago Heights, IL|News|
Why You Need A Library Card: SSCH Library Explains
It's Library Card Sign-Up Month, and the Steger-South Chicago Heights Library aims to show you why cards are a vital part of your life.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Tinley Park|News|
Tap Into Your Inner German At Tinley's Oktoberfest This Weekend
Heading to Tinley's Oktoberfest this weekend? Here's what you need to know if you go.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Can You Spell Success? Sign Up For Orland's Spelling Bee And See
If you've got a knack for English word quirks, show it off next month at Orland Park's spelling bee.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Tinley Park|News|
Tinley Park Holds 9-11 Remembrance Ceremony Wednesday
A remembrance for 9-11 emergency responders will be held in Tinley Park Wednesday at 7:30 a.m. near mounted World Trade Center beam.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
Ridge Road Lane Closures Begin In Homewood
Add a little extra time to your commute Monday. IDOT said Ridge Road drainage work will require lane closures.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
