A Birthday Surprise Brings Gifts to Children and Teens Fighting Cancer

A Birthday Surprise Brings Toys, Gifts and Gift Cards to Children and Teens Fighting Cancer

Owners Of Kenootz, Cooper's Bar Offer Jobs For Oak Forest Bowl Staff

Cooper's Bar and Grill in Oak Forest and Kenootz Pizza in Midlothian will offer spots for displaced staff of Oak Forest Bowl.

Destruction At Oak Forest Bowl Captured In Drone Photos

Images show the devastated interior of the beloved bowling alley, surrounded still by the building's charred brick walls.

Midlothian Country Club To Host 105th Western Junior Championship

Western Golf Association returns to site of the 1915 and 1931 Western Junior.

Oak Forest HS Junior, Soon Eagle Scout A Force On Stage, In Friendship

Joseph, a junior at Oak Forest High School, always comes prepared—to hone his skills, encourage castmates, even bandage wounds.

Last Chance To Buy Oak Forest Vehicle Stickers By Deadline

Oak Forest residents must purchase and display vehicle stickers by June 30.

Standout Theatre Student Dedicated To Honing His Craft: Star Student

Oak Forest High School senior Brenden has "worked hard, listened to criticism, and tried to improve his craft," and inspires others.

$1 Million Winning Lotto Ticket Sold In Oak Forest Still Unclaimed

Someone is sitting on a ticket worth a nice bit of cash from an April 13 Lotto drawing.

Autism 'Nothing Less Than A Superpower' For OF Teen: Star Student

Oak Forest's Jason, a senior at Mount Carmel, has flourished in high school, with dedication to several sports, SADD, and Campus Ministry.

Winning $1 Million Lotto Ticket Sold In Oak Forest

The ticket matched all six winning numbers in the Lotto Million 1 drawing Thursday, April 13.

Arrest Years After Toddler’s Death | Hoax Threat | Burglars Nabbed

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

Spring Cleanup Week Returns In Oak Forest

Residents can dispose of household items such as mattresses, furniture and carpet, as well as washers, dryers, and refrigerators.

'They Found A Way': Oak Forest Girl Gifted Taylor Swift Tickets

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.

Gunned Down In Parking Lot | Firefighters Mourn | False Shooter Alarms

PLUS: New roof for mom, daughter in cancer fight | Village 'blindsided' by museum move | The eaglet has landed! | Fire in tent for Iftar

Oak Forest Police To Test Audio System For Detecting Gunshots

The system will be able to detect gunshots, glass breakage and squealing tires, officials said.

'Handyman' Steals From Elderly | DUI For Official | Racino Coming?

PLUS: Mom's suicide pushes son to chase dream | PTA president under investigation | Tickle tastebuds at Brew & Vine | Heads up for mowing

Nephew Stabs Uncle | Woman, Grandson Die in Crash | 1 Killed In Fire

PLUS: Rainbow Cone opening in Orland | Man stalked woman, fled police | 911 call leads to drug charge | No injuries in Tinley house fire

Oak Forest's Hometown Heroes Program Needs Your Service Members' Names

The City of Oak Forest seeks names of current or former residents who are members of the U.S. Armed Forces.

OFHS Senior A Dedicated Volunteer, 'Lifts Everyone Up': Star Student

OFHS senior and soccer player Nolan leads by a strong example. He's a dedicated athlete and percussionist, as well as active volunteer.

Photos: Bright Skies, Smilin' Eyes At Oak Forest Fleadh Parade 2023

The 14th annual Oak Forest Fleadh parade drew quite a crowd Saturday, March 4. Check out Patch's photo gallery of the day.

Turmoil After Cop's Indictment | A Near-Drowning | Dog's Happy Ending

PLUS: Swatting call investigated | Baby Bear on the way | Strangers with candy | Oak Forest Fleadh must-knows | Lenten fish fry roundup

Know Before You Go: Oak Forest Fleadh 2023

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.

Hiking Odyssey | Lea Luchini Day | Wrongful Death Lawsuit | Fish Frys

SOUTHLAND WEEK IN REVIEW: Female Cops Claim City Ignored Discrimination Complaints | Will County PE Takeover Classes Teach Inclusion

Oak Forest's 'Favorite Crossing Guard' Loves Bringing Smiles To Others

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.

Delay In Deputy Probe | Who's A Good K9 Cop? | Town's Walmart To Close

PLUS: Paralyzed cop to lead parade | Hometown star on 3rd Super Bowl trip | IL village manager eyes Wisconsin spot | Get pierogi orders in!

Oak Forest 'Church Ladies' Ready For Your Pierogi Orders For Easter

The self-proclaimed "church ladies" await your orders. Pre-order is required. Deadline is March 17.

Oak Forest Rotary Club To Lead 14th Annual Fleadh Parade

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.

Oak Forest HS Senior Dedicated On Field, In Classroom: Star Student

OFHS senior Matthew maintains a high GPA while also involved in several extracurriculars, and while supporting classmates in their passions.

Missing Markham Father, 59, Found Safe In Indiana

Froylan Vargas-Bahena, 59, was last seen at a bus stop in Markham on Jan. 25.

HellsGate Worker Sues | No Threat To Schools | Security Guard Fired

PLUS: 15 years, murders still unsolved | Services for boy hit by school bus | Another check washed | New biz in Oak Forest | Doomsday danger

Oak Forest HS Students Rally For Beloved Security Officer After Firing

Oak Forest HS security officer Malcolm Martin was terminated from his position Jan. 19. Students and parents are heartbroken.

Kenootz Owners Set To Open New Bar And Grill, Deepen Oak Forest Roots

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.

Oak Forest PD Accepting Applications For Citizens Police Academy

The 10-week academy begins Feb. 6 and is limited to 20 students.

Bremen High Senior, Caddy Earns $125K Evans Scholar College Award

Nelly Yspango is one of 70 Chicago-area scholarship recipients who will have their housing and tuition covered over the next four years.

2 Oak Forest Seniors, Caddies Receive Chick Evans College Scholarship

Madison Levsay and Christopher Smith both received an Evans Scholars scholarship which covers college tuition and housing for four years.

'She's My Hero': OFHS Senior Fights For Normalcy During Mom's Illness

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.

Countdown to Fleadh: 14th Annual Oak Forest Fleadh Set For March 4

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.

Bizarre Crimes | New 2023 Laws | Notable Deaths | Top 2022 Stories

SOUTHLAND WEEK IN REVIEW: IL Minimum Wage Jumps | Photojournalist Mary Compton Dies at 64 | Upskirt Peeper Gets Probation | Weird Stories

No Injuries In Fire At Oak Forest Condo Building

The fire happened just after 5 p.m. Thursday evening.

Oak Forest Police Department Hiring Officers

Hiring needs are immediate; applications due soon.