Where To Pick Pumpkins Near Chicago Heights This Fall

Halloween is just a few weeks away; so it's time to pick your perfect pumpkin.

'Numerous' Leads In Crete Township Shooting That Killed Man, Critically Injured Pregnant Woman: Sheriff

A 23-year-old Indiana man was killed in the Sept. 2 shooting, and a 25-year-old pregnant woman was critically injured, police said.

Rates of Some Cancers are Rising Among Younger Adults: What Illinois Residents Need to Know

By Dr. Abbie Miller, chief medical officer, UnitedHealthcare of Illinois

Kappa Alpha Psi Celebrates 60 Years Serving Chicago Heights

Join us as we celebrate 60 years of brotherhood, service, and excellence with the Chicago Heights Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi!

Chicago Cop Used Status To Buy Guns For Acquaintance Who Smuggled Them To Mexico: U.S. Attorney

The Chicago police officer used his status to buy the guns for another man who had handpicked them and paid the officer to buy them.

Franciscan Health Olympia Fields to conduct perinatal loss remembrance service

Little Angels Memorial Service set for October 8, at Assumption Catholic Cemetery in Glenwood during National Respect Life Month

​CHSD170's Garfield School Kicks Off School Year with Strong Community Support

La escuela Garfield del CHSD170 comienza el año escolar con un fuerte apoyo de la comunidad

Franciscan Alliance announces leadership shifts for Northwest Indiana, South Suburban Chicago

Frank McHugh named interim president and CEO at Franciscan Health Olympia Fields

Park Forest Art Fair Returns To Village Green Sept. 20–21

The art fair is held at the Park Forest Village Green, and features new and returning artists.

Outdoor Rooftop Concert featuring The Throwbacks

The Throwbacks perform live on the Joliet Area Historical Museum's Outdoor Rooftop venue on Friday September 12th at 7pm

Man, 23, ID'd As Victim In Fatal Crete Township Shooting: Coroner

The man was one of two people found shot inside a car Sept. 2 in Crete Township.

Franciscan Health Virtual Diabetes Prevention Program Begins October 1

Yearlong program follows CDC guidelines to help at-risk adults delay or prevent type 2 diabetes

📚 Meet the Author: Dr. Eddie Taylor 📚

An inspiring conversation about building a better future for Cook County

🇲🇽 Celebrate Mexican Independence Day! 🇲🇽

Experience the joy, culture, and community of this historic celebration

Crete Township Shooting Victim Recovering, Investigation Ongoing: Will County Sheriff

Another victim, who died from his injuries, has not yet been identified.

🛡️ Preventing Medicare Fraud: Stay Safe, Stay Informed

Learn how to spot Medicare fraud, protect your info, and enjoy Bingo! Free, senior-friendly event with tips, prizes & support.

Getting Started with Computers: A Friendly Guide for Seniors

Learn the Basics at Your Own Pace and Build Confidence with Technology – Thanks to Our AgeOptions Senior Grant

1 Dead, 1 In Critical Condition After Being Found Shot In Car: Will County Sheriff

Two people were found with gunshot wounds inside a car in Crete Township Tuesday night.

Markham Man, 30, Charged In Chicago Heights Shooting That Killed 1, Injured 4

The shooting happened Aug. 30 in the 400 block of West 14th Street.

1 Killed, 4 Injured In Chicago Heights Shooting: Reports

A 27-year-old man was killed, reports said.

Bloom High School Celebrates 125 Years!

Special Activities Planned for September

Man Who Dragged Dog Behind Truck Charged With Animal Cruelty: Sheriff

The man had tied the dog to the truck to let it use the bathroom, and then forgot about it, the Cook County Sheriff's Office said Monday.

Franciscan Health to host Meet our Docs event on Wednesday, August 27

Olympia Fields hospital teaming with Specialty Physicians of Illinois, LLC, to enhance connections between community and local physicians

🎉📚 Back to School, Back to Fun! Chicago Heights Event Promises Family Fun and Resources

Metropolitan Family Services Hosts Back to School Bash August 8th with Activities, Giveaways, and Support for Families

Movie in the Park: 'Dog Man' Light Up the Night!

Free Family-Friendly Fun at Alex Lopez Park -August 2nd at Dusk

Chicago Residents Featured in “Side by Side by Sondheim”

Julia Hope Budd and Spencer Donovan are Featured In Oil Lamp Theater’s Latest Production, Aug. 15 - Sept. 14.

Outdoor Fun Day at Chicago Heights Library

Saturday, July 26, 11:30 event will feature a cool down and splash from a Chicago Heights fire truck.

Franciscan Health Olympia Fields adds cardiovascular disease fellowship

New fellowship program reflects the hospital’s growth as a community-based academic medical center

Heights Library Hosts Kid's Ice Cream Social

Friday, July 18 in Chicago Heights

Franciscan Health Olympia Fields offers free Produce Rx Program

Free six-week program seeks to help those with moderate to high food insecurity to manage chronic disease

Bloom Legend Passes

Actress - Alzenia "Lynn" Hamilton

2 Motorcyclists Killed In Glenwood Crash: Illinois State Police

The crash happened at IL-394 and Dyer Road just before 10 p.m., Illinois State Police said.

AI-powered technology at Franciscan Health enhances neurological care

Ceribell System helps quickly detect, treat potentially life-threatening seizures, reducing hospital transfers

Farewell to Legendary Steve Miller

Early days at Bloom helped shape his exemplary life.

Registration is now open for the Suburban Youth Symphony Orchestra's 2025/26 Season!

Register today for year of music-making!

Serviceman to Be Honored at All Class Reunion

Bloom Alumni Are Searching For "Unsung Heroes"

Franciscan Health’s Walk with a Doc program begins July 18

Free weekly program that combines useful health information with exercise steps off at Chicago Heights Jones Memorial Community Center

CHSD170, Cook County and Bloom Township Officials Present a Property After Death Program

Funcionarios del Distrito Escolar 170 de Chicago Heights, el Condado de Cook y el Municipio de Bloom Presentan un Programa de Bienes Después

Franciscan Health accepted into ICU Center of Excellence program

Olympia Fields hospital is among just 60 worldwide hospitals recognized by Society of Critical Care Medicine program

Franciscan Health Foundation to host Home Team Healthcare Hero Night

Event at Windy City Thunderbolts game in Crestwood on July 26, to benefit the Employee Wellbeing Fund