Tinley Park|News|
Fuel Spill Likely Caused Hazmat Scare On Oak Park Ave.
A fuel spill appears to be the cause of the shut down of Oak Park Ave. Friday night. Authorities said the area is safe.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
- Tinley Park, IL
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Tinley Park|News|
Robber Hits Tinley Park Bank of America
Police say a man robbed the Bank of America on Harlem Avenue just after 10 a.m. Tuesday.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Chicago Heights, IL|News|
South Chicago Heights Police Nab Appliance Thief: UPDATE
"He was a pretty sharp criminal," police said about Spight, who stole appliances from houses for sale to try to sell them online.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Orland Honors Spelling Master, Reminds Folks To Join Spelling Bee
Orland Park honored its beloved spelling master and spelling champs Monday, reminding folks to sign up for this year's bee.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Orland Park Hires Firm To Improve Its Reputation
"The first thing that popped to mind is Tom Sawyer: Reach for your brush and grab the white paint," a trustee said about Orland's PR deal.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
Homewood Asks For Residents' Help To Secure Train Station Funds
Homewood launched a letter-writing campaign to try to secure funding to renovate the village's train station.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Chicago Heights, IL|News|
Olympia Fields Post Office To Be Renamed After Tuskegee Airman
Olympia Fields is one step closer to being renamed after Captain Robert L. Martin, a member of the Tuskegee Airmen during World War II.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Tinley Park|News|
Tinley Man Shot Dead At Chicago Construction Yard
David Novak of the 7400 block of 173rd Street was found with a gunshot wound to the back of his head in a Chicago construction yard.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Oak Forest Dream Home Tucked Into Woods
An enchanting 4-bedroom house tucked onto more than 2 wooded acres awaits you in Oak Forest.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
This Orland Rental House Ad Is A Lesson In Online Scams
Orland and the south suburbs aren't immune to online rental scams. Here's what to look for and how to protect yourself.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Tinley Park|News|
Community Consolidated District 146 Back To School Guide 2019/20
School may seem far off, but District 146 students start in 3 weeks. Here's what you need to know to get the kiddies off on the right foot.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Lucky Day Lottery Winning Ticket Sold In Orland Park
Did you buy a lottery ticket at the 7-Eleven on 143rd Street? Check it — you could be the lucky winner from Wednesday's drawing.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Chicago Heights, IL|News|
Chicago Heights District 170 Back To School Guide 2019
It's back-to-school time for District 170 kids, and we've got the tools, dates and info you need to start the year off right.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Andy’s Frozen Custard Holds Grand Opening Friday In Orland Park
Grab a sundae for $2 during Andy's Frozen Custard's grand opening Friday.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
UPDATE: Homewood Holds Special Meeting On Country Club Thursday
UPDATE: Homewood's meeting about buying the Calumet Country Club property is a closed session. Public input is welcome, but limited.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Chicago Heights, IL|News|
Chicago Heights Holds Party In The Park Saturday
Summer isn't over yet. Join 3rd Ward Park Commissioner Kelley Nichols-Brown and Party In The Park Saturday.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Oak Forest Joins National Night Out Aug. 6
Oak Forest joins in annual National Night Out Aug. 6, a campaign to foster relationships between police and the community.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Orland District 135 Back To School Guide 2019
Orland District 135 heads back to school Aug. 20. We've got important dates, new info and supply lists to help you start the year off right.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Tinley Park|News|
Mental Health Hospital For Youth May Be Coming To Tinley Park
Plans are underway to bring Tinley Park a hospital that will serve the mental health needs of children and adolescents.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Oak Forest Is Hiring Part-Time Firefighters
The Oak Forest Fire Department is hiring part-time, certified and licensed firefighters.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
