Black Lives Matter protestors plan to march in Midlothian Saturday in memory of a security guard shot and killed by police in 2018.
Election Day 2020 named a holiday under this legislation
Several protestors marched along 147th Street, Central Avenue, 155th Street and Cicero Avenue and held a rally outside Oak Forest City Hall.
Pritzker Shouldn't Continue Excluding General Assembly During COVID-19 Crisis
Legislation would allow flight attendants to use sick leave to assist family members
The primary is just a month away, and the presidential election is coming up fast. Patch wants to know what issues are on voters’ minds.
Grants would serve schools in Matteson, Olympia Fields & Richton Park
Investment, ethics reform, and education will be a primary focus during the legislative session
Lawmakers will return to Springfield on Jan. 28 for the beginning of the spring legislative session
Gov. J.B. Pritzker called the practice of secluding children “appalling” and said he will work with legislators to end it.
Legislation would cap out-of-pocket insulin expenses at $100 for a 30-day supply
Recreational marijuana businesses have already approached Oak Forest about the possibility of opening up shops here.
Learn about property tax reform efforts and how changes could affect you in the forum at South Suburban College.
Tinley, Oak Forest and Chicago Heights are among the recipients for money designed to be used to protect the public from terrorist threats.
A reader asked about how to get potholes on her Oak Forest street fixed. We asked city officials their plans — and have them here for you.
Grants will allow libraries to further assist at-risk youth in the south suburbs
The Cook County Clerk's Office released 2018 property tax rates, the final step before bills due in August are mailed to taxpayers.
You can now buy your Oak Forest vehicle stickers online or walk in --but hurry! The deadline is June 30.
Legislation would ensure fewer accidents on job sites
Elected officials in the south suburbs urge Gov. JB Pritzker to greenlight funding for the region's third airport in the new capital bill.
Guy Gattone, elected to his third term early in April, is Oak Forest's taxpayer watchdog. He may be able to help you lower your taxes.
The City of Oak Forest may no longer offer passport services, the Department of State has ruled.
A groundswell of social media complaints about suspicious people in Oak Forest driveways isn't leading to an increase in crime, police say.
Adds veterans' preference and Corrections Officer Intern Program
See how Oak Forest's candidates for alderman, taxpayer advocate and park district fared at the polls.
If you're in Oak Forest, get your 2019 elections results and news here.
With low voter turnout trending and with no contested major races in Oak Forest, what's your incentive to vote?
Here's everything you need to know before you head to the polls in Oak Forest Tuesday.
Legislation would enable pharmacists to administer treatment via injection
City officials are holding a public hearing on signs. But wait! It's interesting! A free speech issue. Really.
Would raise the minimum tobacco purchasing age to 21
Legislation would improve accessibility of mental health treatment
City Administrator Troy Ishler, who has worked for Oak Forest for 13 years, will retire later this month from his role.
Municipal elections are just under four weeks away, but you don't have to wait until April 2 to cast your vote.
Police say an Oak Forest man threatened to kill an officer, saying “(expletive) you, you (racial slur), this is why we should build a wall."
Oak Forest's revised design standards for new businesses could require them to conform to a uniform, high-end look.
"I’m thankful the Illinois Department of Natural Resources recognized communities in my district as being worthy of development funding."
"Over the past decade, workers have not seen a change in the minimum wage, but they have seen an increase in the cost of living."
“To give them the best possible care using veteran-specific practices, healthcare providers should be aware of their veteran status.”
“I look forward to working with the governor and my colleagues to make Illinois stronger and better tomorrow than it is today.”