Oak Forest's McKenzie Funeral Home To Close After Nearly 70 Years

The owners announced their retirement and the business' closure Thursday afternoon on social media.

Ink For Good: Oak Forest Studio 'Tattooing For A Cause' In Support Of NAWS Humane Society

Silver Raven Tattoo will host a fundraiser offering $100 and $200 tattoo designs, with half of tattoo proceeds going to NAWS.

VASA Fitness Coming To Former Oak Forest Food 4 Less Space

The gym is moving into the space formerly occupied by low-price grocer Food 4 Less. It's been vacant since 2022.

The Original Hog Wild's New Location Now Open

The new location is under the same ownership as those in New Lenox and Oak Lawn, the owner said.

CA-Based Retail Packaging Company Moving Into Warehouse Space In Oak Forest: City

The City announced the company's arrival in Oak Forest on Monday.

'You Gotta Know When It's Time': Kenootz Pizza Closes After Nearly 4 Decades, Owners To Retire

Ken and Diane "Dee" Keeler have announced on social media that they were closing the beloved pizza place.

Oak Forest Culver's Crowned As Best Of Chain's 1,000 Locations

Nick Strache's Oak Forest restaurant was named the national champion in the Culver's Crew Challenge for 2025.

'Up To The Challenge': Oak Forest Culver's Owner Proud To Be In Top 5 Again

The Bremen D228 grad is excited for his team, selected among the top 5 of 1,000 Culver's locations in the country, and vying for $100K.

Jewel-Osco, Pete's Market, CVS: Thanksgiving 2025 Grocery Store Hours In, Near Oak Forest

Find out when you can pick up those last-minute Thanksgiving 2025 staples from Jewel-Osco, Meijer, CVS, or Pete's Market.

Oak Forest-Crestwood Chamber's 44th Annual Community Expo Set For Oct. 18

More than 40 exhibitors are lined up for the expo, to be held Saturday, Oct. 18 at Arbor Park School.

The Original Hog Wild Is Opening Another Location, Owner Says

The new location will be under the same ownership as those in New Lenox and Oak Lawn, the owner said.

Oak Forest Specialty Foods Company Awarded State Funds To Boost Operations

E. Formella & Sons Inc. was awarded the funds through the Made in Illinois grant program.

Commercial Space, Townhomes Planned For Former Ace Hardware Site

Oak Forest officials approved the plan this week. A tenant for the commercial space is not yet locked in.

New Oak Forest Café A Culture-Inspired, Bright Addition To Cicero Ave.

Café de Miro is owned by Turkey natives Botan, Apo, and Fatos Alagoz. The Oak Forest café is one of several of the family's ventures.

Original Hog Wild In Midlothian To Close After Losing Lease: Owner

Bryan Pikorz said the owner of the building wants to do something different with the space, and will not renew their lease.

'Something Special': Oak Forest Culver's Owner Thrilled To Be In Top 5

The Bremen D228 grad is excited for his team, selected among the top 5 of 1,000 Culver's locations in the country, and vying for $50K.

Oak Forest Culver's Named Among Top 5 In Country, Competing For $50K

Culver's Crew Challenge competition recognizes the best of nationwide chain’s 1,000 locations.

Construction Begins On New Dunkin, Baskin Robbins Combo

The building is going up at the Southwest corner of 159th Street and Cicero Avenue.

Annual Community Expo Set For Oct. 19 In Oak Forest

The family-friendly Expo will be held at Arbor Park School on Saturday, Oct. 19.

Change The World With Us- One Meal at a Time

Grab your copy of the newly released cookbook, 6-MINUTE DINNERS (and More!) cook up something amazing while making a difference in Chicago!

Oak Forest Gun Shop Sued By City of Chicago In Gun Violence Lawsuit

Guns sold at Oak Forest's Eagle Sports Range account for 4 percent of those used in Chicago and traced to sellers, the City claims.

'It Breaks My Heart': Oak Forest Bowl Owner Says No Rebuild

Keith Tadevich said a rebuild of the beloved Oak Forest Bowl after a massive fire in May 2023 is not happening.

Spotlight On Weddings At Brides' Night Out At Gaelic Park

The Brides' Night Out event is set for Friday, April 5 at Gaelic Park in Oak Forest.

Demolition Begins On Long-Vacant Oak Forest Ace Hardware Building

The vacant Ace Hardware on 155th and Cicero was being demolished Tuesday morning.

Places To Watch The Big Game In, Near Oak Forest: A List

Pick your spot in or near Oak Forest to watch the NFL action Feb. 11.

Taco Bell Coming (Back) Soon To Oak Forest: City

The fast food taco chain will be back in town, in the space formerly occupied by KFC, officials said.

Tinley Man Brings Karaoke, 'Little Something Fun' To Oak Forest Spot

Walter Narsolis has again reinvented space at 162nd and Cicero Avenue, this time with a spotlight on karaoke.

Opening Date Set For Oak Forest's New ALDI Store

The ALDI name returns to Oak Forest following its 2020 exit.

Oak Forest Culver's Nears Opening, Hiring Crew Members

Management is hiring for team members at the Oak Forest location, 5410 W. 159th St.

After The Blaze: Oak Forest Bowl Owner Takes First Steps Forward

Oak Forest Bowl owner Keith Tadevich is beginning to sort out some next steps for the destroyed, iconic business.

Durbin's Offers Jobs For Displaced Staff Of Oak Forest Bowl

Durbin's of Midlothian announced Sunday it will find temporary positions for as many members of the Oak Forest Bowl staff as possible.

A 'Whole Family Thing': Sisters, Longtime Fans Take Over Custard Shop

Under new ownership, a beloved Midlothian custard shop has changed names, but is still filled with sweet memories and love for the treat.

Oak Forest's First Cannabis Dispensary Coming Soon: City

Be. Dispensary will be located at 5940 W. 159th St.

ALDI Returning To Oak Forest, Building Anew: City

ALDI will start construction on a new Oak Forest location this summer, officials said.

New Owner Of Former 'Taps' Pub Strikes Out On Own, Brings Fresh Eyes

Flannery's owner Robin Flannery is excited to put her name and stamp on an old Oak Forest favorite.

Oak Forest To Break Ground On Mixed-Use Development

The development will include 75 multi-family units, commercial first-floor space and 15 row homes. Work begins this month.

Culver's Coming Soon To Oak Forest: City

The restaurant will open in space on 159th Street, close to Grey's Social.

Grey's Social Kitchen Brings Fresh Look, New Take To Oak Forest

Grey's Social Bar and Kitchen has opened in the former Kingsberry Waffle House location, 5420 W. 159th St.

2Sisters Frozen Custard To Close Up Shop After Nearly 20 Years

Lisa and Pat Callaghan will not renew their lease in Midlothian, but they're hoping someone will come in and pick up where they leave off.

Creative Spark Glows At New Custom Apparel Shop In Oak Forest

Takina Morris opened The Plug, which offers custom printed apparel, promotional materials, and more, in space at 158th and Central Avenue.

Explore Growing Industries In A Free Career Webinar Series

Moraine Valley is hosting a series of free webinars for those looking to begin a new career or grow within their current career path.