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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.
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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.
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The system will be able to detect gunshots, glass breakage and squealing tires, officials said.
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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.
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The self-proclaimed "church ladies" await your orders. Pre-order is required. Deadline is March 17.
OFHS senior Matthew maintains a high GPA while also involved in several extracurriculars, and while supporting classmates in their passions.
Froylan Vargas-Bahena, 59, was last seen at a bus stop in Markham on Jan. 25.
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Oak Forest HS security officer Malcolm Martin was terminated from his position Jan. 19. Students and parents are heartbroken.
Cooper's Bar and Grill will open in space at 151st and Cicero Avenue. Ken and Dee Keeler are excited to debut the new bar and grill.
The 10-week academy begins Feb. 6 and is limited to 20 students.
Nelly Yspango is one of 70 Chicago-area scholarship recipients who will have their housing and tuition covered over the next four years.
Madison Levsay and Christopher Smith both received an Evans Scholars scholarship which covers college tuition and housing for four years.
Oak Forest High School senior Lea Davia has had to grow up very fast the last several months, and her community is now rallying around her.
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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The fire happened just after 5 p.m. Thursday evening.