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The 19th Ward Service Offices will be closed temporarily as staff awaits guidance from CDPH, but offices are reachable by phone and email.
'Tis the season to be spooky, even amid coronavirus. Here’s a look at fall fun and Halloween events in and around Oak Lawn.
Register for the virtual community conversation or join by phone Tuesday, Oct. 13 to hear the 22nd Police District's plans for 2021.
Chicago police are investigating an attempted child luring Wednesday in the Clearing neighborhood.
Nifty 1950s 4-bed, 3-bath house in Evergreen Park has new HVAC, plumbing, electrical, thermal pane windows and roof priced at $344,900.
This updated single-family home in Oak Lawn has a new roof, AC, windows, bathroom vanities and more priced at $299,900.
Palos Twp. Tr. Sharon Brannigan, accused of posting anti-Muslim comments, blames private security firm's testimony for dismissed charges.
Follow the links below to vote in the second round. Voting in these match-ups will be open until 12:30 p.m. on Thursday.
This 1920s gem in Mount Greenwood offers 4 beds, 2 baths priced for $279,900. Close to nightlife, mass trans, schools and parks.
Palos Park police warn businesses about COVID-19 related scams trying to con money.
This spacious condo in Palos Park features 2 beds, 2 baths, generous-sized living and dining rooms priced at $187,500. Walk to Metra.
Oak Lawn's most popular elected office holder for 15 years, Jane Quinlan said she will not seek another term as village clerk in April 2021.
Two men pistol-whipped another man during an armed robbery in Burbank, then drove off in a black BMW, police said.
Mayor Sexton will recommend that village trustees approve tick-or-treating hours in Evergreen Park. Other social distance events planned.
The Hometown paintball shootings are part of an alarming trend of similar attacks reported in the Chicago area.
Lovely 1960s split-level in Alsip offers three spacious bedrooms, a country kitchen, family room and more priced at $179,900.
The Alsip Fire Department will be handing out free goodie bags at a drive thru open house Saturday, Oct. 10. at Firehouse No. 2.
An endangered 14-year-old boy reported missing in Stickney Township has been found safe.
Oak Lawn is getting ready to launch a study on the Southwest Highway Corridor. Consultant team will be at the farmers market on Oct. 7.
Pumpkins, gourds, crafts, goodies and more will be for sale at the First United Methodist Church of Oak Lawn from Oct. 11 through Oct. 31.
