Oak Forest Woman Delivers Christmas Early for Teens Fighting Cancer
PLUS: CTA bus, car crash | Driver flees cops, gets away | Tinley brewery 'a wild ride' in year 1 | Live rocks NL | Taste of Orland back
PLUS: $1M bond for carjacker | Charges after man shot in chest | Catch-and-release suspect | Taste of Orland returns | Antique tractor show
Participants and families in the South Suburban Special Recreation Association are invited to the gathering Saturday, August 19.
PLUS: Stolen items returned years later | Robbers lift safe | A chihuahua beauty pageant | RibFest a safe hit | Beloved woman remembered
Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Oak Forest.
PLUS: "Governor, sign that bill!" | Panda Express going up in Lockport | Fall Fest back Labor Day weekend | Bluegrass Fest July 8–9.
PLUS: Carjacking suspects caught after chase | Tinley brings in more security for fest | Robber cleans out register at liquor store
Isabella Avila was the fan plucked from the crowd at Taylor Swift's first Eras show at Soldier Field, given Swift's signature hat.
Thomas "Tom" Bettenhausen was an Oak Forest firefighter/paramedic for 30 years prior to his retirement in 2008.
The bargain-hunting adventure will take place on June 2-3 and offers local residents the opportunity to seek out neighborhood treasures.
Oak Forest Bowl owner Keith Tadevich continues to navigate a tragedy he never saw coming, and shares where he's at in the process.
Emma is a dedicated soccer player, AP student, band member, and "an amazing person." She also loves metal music!
John Moroz started at Oak Forest High School in 1973, just three years after the school opened. Now, he says goodbye.
Sign up in advance to be added to the master list of homes participating in the June 2–3 event.
A Birthday Surprise Brings Toys, Gifts and Gift Cards to Children and Teens Fighting Cancer
Cooper's Bar and Grill in Oak Forest and Kenootz Pizza in Midlothian will offer spots for displaced staff of Oak Forest Bowl.
Images show the devastated interior of the beloved bowling alley, surrounded still by the building's charred brick walls.
Western Golf Association returns to site of the 1915 and 1931 Western Junior.
Joseph, a junior at Oak Forest High School, always comes prepared—to hone his skills, encourage castmates, even bandage wounds.
Oak Forest residents must purchase and display vehicle stickers by June 30.
Oak Forest High School senior Brenden has "worked hard, listened to criticism, and tried to improve his craft," and inspires others.
Someone is sitting on a ticket worth a nice bit of cash from an April 13 Lotto drawing.
Oak Forest's Jason, a senior at Mount Carmel, has flourished in high school, with dedication to several sports, SADD, and Campus Ministry.
The ticket matched all six winning numbers in the Lotto Million 1 drawing Thursday, April 13.
PLUS: Bullets fly at phone store | What a catch of a carp! | Thrills, spills, unity at Roller Derby | Beloved bowler dies | Wine for a cause
Residents can dispose of household items such as mattresses, furniture and carpet, as well as washers, dryers, and refrigerators.
Lily Brown has a rare condition that limits her in many ways. Seeing the "Bejeweled" singer won't be one of them, thanks to some friends.
PLUS: New roof for mom, daughter in cancer fight | Village 'blindsided' by museum move | The eaglet has landed! | Fire in tent for Iftar
The system will be able to detect gunshots, glass breakage and squealing tires, officials said.
PLUS: Mom's suicide pushes son to chase dream | PTA president under investigation | Tickle tastebuds at Brew & Vine | Heads up for mowing
PLUS: Rainbow Cone opening in Orland | Man stalked woman, fled police | 911 call leads to drug charge | No injuries in Tinley house fire
The City of Oak Forest seeks names of current or former residents who are members of the U.S. Armed Forces.
OFHS senior and soccer player Nolan leads by a strong example. He's a dedicated athlete and percussionist, as well as active volunteer.
The 14th annual Oak Forest Fleadh parade drew quite a crowd Saturday, March 4. Check out Patch's photo gallery of the day.
PLUS: Swatting call investigated | Baby Bear on the way | Strangers with candy | Oak Forest Fleadh must-knows | Lenten fish fry roundup
Oak Forest's 2023 Fleadh Irish festival will include another day of fun such as a 5K, parade, live music, and more, set for March 4.
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Bob Carpentier's friendly nature and warm smile have made the retiree a bit of a local celebrity at his post near Fierke Education Center.