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.
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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.
Hiring needs are immediate; applications due soon.
Analia Garcia-Pinto, 8, died Christmas morning, her family said. She had battled cancer for half her life.
Keep track of closings and cancelations in anticipation of a potentially significant winter storm.
Oak Forest Police Department will serve as warming center, if needed. Plows are ready. No parking in street after 2 inches of snow.
Bremen HS coaches Dan Stell and Mike Lynch want to give senior Eric Perez-Nava and his family a good Christmas after a devastating loss.
South Side Pod chats with an Oak Forest candlemaker and tries a new stout out while touring south side breweries. Plus local news & events!
David Adrian Ponce de Leon, 26, fell to his death when a car struck his, which then hit him and pushed him over the barrier.
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Gloria Smithson was reported missing on Thursday night, but police said she has been found and is no longer in danger as once feared.
Katy and Tim Landuyt could talk about their little girl all day. They want her—and their family's story—to remind people they're not alone.
That's not actually the Oak Forest Fire Department texting you about buying T-shirts, the City warns.
Analia Pinto, 8, loves to be pampered, so that's exactly what her mother will do for her in what doctors say might be her last days.
A 51-year-old Midlothian man has died after being struck by a car while on his motorcycle. His family wants to know who did it.
Non-perishable food items can be drop off at Berkot’s Super Foods in Midlothian, or at Bremen High School