District 206 Parents Learn to help their teen @ Parent University

Prairie State College was the site of Bloom Township High School District 206 Parent University. The free event taught parents how to help.

Bloom Band Makes First Appearance at Ford Plant

Bloom Township band performed for the first time at the Ford Plant to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month.

Rep. Kelly's 7th Annual Hiring Event Set For October

The hiring event and jobs boot camp are open to residents in the district that covers a wide swath from Kankakee to Chicago.

Bloom High Students Organize Annual 911 Ceremony

The Bloom High School annual 9/11 Ceremony paid tribute to those killed on 911 in 2001. The JROTC presented flags to CH Police and Fire

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.

'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.

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.

Funeral Director Spends Money Meant For Baby's Headstone

A former funeral director at Robey Park Manor Funeral Home said she spent the $900 a family paid for a headstone for their 4-month-old baby.

Last Minute Registration for Marian Annual Golf Classic

Marian Catholic High School hosts the 30th Annual Endowment Golf Classic on Monday, September 9th, 2019.

Will Golf Fore Kids

Alicia's House has room for available golfers and sponsorships for golf outing on Saturday, September 14th at Lincolnshire Country Club

SXU, Catholic Charities Bring Backpacks to Lincoln-Gavin School

The essential supplies were distributed school-wide

Park Forest Is Hiring Police Officers

Have you dreamed of working in law enforcement? This might be your chance. Park Forest is looking to add officers to its force.

Jefferson School, Kappa Alpha Psi Kick-off the '19-20 School Year

The fraternity and the CHSD170 school partner in the "Guide Right Program" promoting positive behaviors in the school setting

Three Marian Catholic Students from Chicago Heights AP Scholars

One current Marian student and two 2019 Marian graduates from Chicago Heights were given AP Scholar Awards.

Wrestling Legends Added to Card for Wrestling Show at Marian

Wrestling Legend Mick Foley, UFC Legend Frank Mir and Today’s Wrestling Stars to be in Action In Chicago Heights on September 1st

Humane Society Seeks Foster, Hospice Help For 'Harvey 9' Dogs

The Humane Society is looking for help with 9 sick dogs from Harvey who were neglected after their owner entered hospice care.

Anti-Racism Prayer Walk Aims To Bring Latinos 'Out Of Hiding'

St. Paul Catholic Church and Comunidad En Acción hold an anti-racism prayer walk in Chicago Heights Friday night.

Humane Society Finds 98 Pets Homes At Clear The Shelter Event

The South Suburban Humane Society found 98 forever homes for cats and dogs at last week's Clear The Shelter Event.

Rep. Robin Kelly Sponsors Black Women, Girls Symposium Thursday

Congresswoman Robin Kelly is hosting a free symposium to teach you how to get a raise and brand your talent.

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.

Meeting To Replace Chicago Heights Sunrise Apartments Held Aug. 6

Chicago Heights and the Cook County housing authority will hold a meeting Aug. 6 to discuss replacing the Sunrise housing development.

Where To Stay Cool In Chicago Heights

Bloom Township offers a Chicago Heights cooling center ahead of expected heat indexes that could reach 100 degrees this week.

SD170 To Offer Early 2019-20 Registration For Returning Students

SD170 ofrecerá inscripción temprana en 2019-20 para estudiantes que regresan

Marian's Sister Mary Jo Loses ESPY Competition To UCLA Gymnast

It was a good run, but Marian's Sister Mary Jo's viral video of her perfect pitch couldn't topple Katelyn Ohashi’s performance in the ESPYs.

Marian's Sister Mary Jo Getting Her 'MoJo' On For Espy Award

Marian Catholic's Sister Mary Jo leaves for Los Angeles as she is nominated for an Espy. Chicago's favorite nun is sent off in style.

Will County Asks For Help Assessing Damage From June Storms

The Will County Emergency Management Agency​ is asking communities hit hard by rain at the end of June for help assessing the damage.

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.

Steger Fire Department Offers Cleaning Kits For Flood Victims

Steger's fire department has 100 free flood clean-up kits and food donations for flood victims, officials said.

Flash Floods Devastate Steger Neighborhoods

Steger officials warn residents to be wary of scams, and urge them to call an insurance company or Red Cross at 312-729-6100.

Heavy Rainfall Causes Flash Flooding In South Suburbs

Heavy storms moved across parts of the Chicagoland overnight, leading to flash-floods in many areas, including Steger.

Culver's Offers Free Meal To Kids With B Average Report Cards

Elementary students with a B average in Homewood, Matteson, Orland Park, Tinley Park other locations can get a free Culver's meal.

Become A Patch Member And Support Chicago Heights News

Become a Chicago Heights Patch member and help support news where it matters most -- right here at home.

Sister Mary Jo Sobieck Nominated For ESPY Award

Marian Catholic's Sister Mary Jo Sobieck's video of a perfect strike during a White Sox game last year is up for an ESPY award.

Chris Baikauskas and Sandi Copher Join "Sleep in Heavenly Peace"

The CHSD170 principal, teacher, and family members worked to provide beds for local families as part of the group's altruistic endeavor

Here’s How Many Cook County Kids Live In Poverty

The Annie E. Casey Foundation has released its annual “Kids Count Data Book.” Here’s what it found for Cook County.

Homewood, Chicago Heights Little League Programs Merge

The Homewood Heights baseball ​club and Chicago Heights are merging their programs to offer powerhouse youth sports for the south suburbs.

Will County Counseling Center For Abused Children Opens In Steger

The Will County Children's Advocacy Center, which provides services for sexually abused children, opens a branch in Steger Saturday.

Photo Gallery: Fun at Bike Rodeo in Chicago Heights

A few adults and kids from Chicago Heights enjoyed themselves during the 32nd Annual Commissioners Park Bike Rodeo

Sister Mary Jo to Appear on Smarter than A 5th Grader

Sister Mary Jo appears on the Smarter Than A 5th Grader on Tuesday June 11th

Hiking In Chicago Heights? You Betcha — Sign Up Today

This month, the park district will be hiking at the Sauk Trail Woods. It is free and open to the public.