Sen. Hastings ensures veterans will receive veteran-specific care

“To give them the best possible care using veteran-specific practices, healthcare providers should be aware of their veteran status.”

Sen. Michael E. Hastings leads charge to solve issues in Illinois

“I look forward to working with the governor and my colleagues to make Illinois stronger and better tomorrow than it is today.”

Oak Forest Fires Former Fire Chief After Theft Allegations

Former Oak Forest Fire Chief David Griffin has been fired by the city amid felony charges he faces that relate to theft of city funds.

Oak Forest Bans Minors From Buying All Nicotine Products

Minors already can't buy tobacco products, but the ban now includes nicotine-based items such as e-cigarettes, vaporizers and gum.

Part-time Firefighters Get Pay Increase In Oak Forest

The increase will help the department compete with municipalities whose higher rates have been siphoning talent from OF, officials said.

Oak Forest May Ban Sale Of All Nicotine Products To Minors

If you're an Oak Forest teenager skirting tobacco laws by vaping, your time may be up.

Part-time Firefighters in Oak Forest Could Get Pay Boost

Part-time firefighter and paramedics could see a 54% pay increase if the village agrees to boost the hourly rate to $20 from $13.

Deputy Fire Chief Tim Moss Inducted Into AFFI Honor Guard

Moss was inducted as the Northern Deputy State Commander of the Associated Fire Fighters of Illinois​.

Oak Forest Spends $500,000 On Public Works, Video Upgrades

The money will be used to upgrade broadcasting systems and public works fleets.

Emergency Management Agency Volunteers Needed In Oak Forest

Oak Forest is looking for people who want to volunteer on a team that assists crews during disasters and emergency situations.

Midterm Election 2018: Everything You Need To Know For Oak Forest

This year's midterm election is Nov. 6. Here's what voters need to know before they cast their ballots.

Defending Oak Forest

Oak Forest may not be perfect, but I still like it.

Does Oak Forest Match Its 'All Good Things Close To Home' Slogan?

We challenged Oak Forest to see if it lived up to its tag line. Find out how the city fared.

Volunteers Sign Up to Help Friends of Oak Forest Animal Control

The volunteer meeting for Friends of Oak Forest Animal Control was a big success with a great turnout.

New Oak Forest Budget Sees Water Rate Hike, $300K Shortfall

The deficit was caused by a drop in expected state money this fiscal year.

New Police, Fire SUVs Come Courtesy City Council Budget Move

A recently approved measure means Oak Forest can buy the vehicles without raising taxes or borrowing money.

State House District 28 Primary: Bob Rita Wins In Landslide

Robert "Bob" Rita easily defeated challengers Mary Carvlin and Kimberly Nicole Koschinitzky in the 28th District Democratic primary.

Early Voting Begins At Oak Forest City Hall

Find out when voters can cast their ballots early in this year's primary election.

Oak Forest Won't Allow Employees To Work From Home

The City Council denied a measure that would allow staffers to work from home under some circumstances.

Senator Michael E. Hastings works to protect Illinois election data from foreign cyber threats

“Foreign intruders are turning to cyberterrorism to attack the core of our democracy. This is unacceptable." - Senator Michael E. Hastings

District 228 Election: 3 Elected to Bremen Board

Larry Canning, Deboarah A. Stearns and Evelyn Gleason received enough votes to win seats on the Bremen High School District 228 board.

Preview Your 2017 Election Day Ballot

Find which races you are eligible to vote in and who is running for the positions on the Cook County Clerk website.

Election 2016 in Oak Forest: Top Races, Polling Places, and Results

Election Day is Tuesday, and we have all the information you might need to cast your ballot in Oak Forest.

City Council Appoints Volunteer-Minded City Clerk

The City of Oak Forest's newest addition brings his breadth of experience with both local and national nonprofit organizations.

Oak Forest City Clerk Scott Burkhardt to Retire July 1

Burkhardt plans to spend more time with family.

New $42K Oak Forest City Hall Sign Will Spotlight Local Causes

A sign expected to begin shining this summer was approved this past week at an Oak Forest City Council meeting.

What's Happening at this Week's Committee Meeting

What's on the Agenda at the Upcoming Midlothian Committee Meeting scheduled for April 20th, 2016 at 7 pm

Oak Forest to Absorb Cost of Mowing Cook County Turf

To keep city looking pretty, alderman agree to continue cutting county grass.

Ordinances, Bids, and More are up for a Vote and Discussion at the Upcoming Midlothian Village Board Meeting

Ordinances, Bids, and More are on the Agenda at the upcoming Midlothian Village Board Meeting scheduled for April 13th, 2016 at 7 pm

Midlothian, IL - First Community in the Nation to Adopt a RainReady Plan is Having an Open House

The Nation’s First Community to Adopt a Rain Ready Plan is Having an Open House at the Midlothian Library on Sat, April 16th from 1 to 3pm

Midlothian visits MWRD to Support Stormwater Project

Floodlothians, Midlothian representatives, and CNT visit MWRD Board of Commissioners to support stormwater project

First Energy Corp. Drops Electricity Rate

The rate is now reduced from 6.92 cents per kilowatt hour to 6.5 cents.

Oak Forest: Top Democratic Presidential Campaign Contributors

See who is contributing to Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders in Oak Forest.

15 Reasons to Vote Early in Cook County

Empower yourself by exercising your right to vote.

7 Reasons to vote by Mail

If you’re not “Voting Early” or by Mail, what’s your excuse not to vote on Election Day?

REASONS TO VOTE EARLY

Exercising your Rights by Voting Early, in Person or by Mail and Help Elect the Right Candidate for the Job.

Thornton, Bremen and Rich Township Republican Endorsement Meetings

The Election has begun, do you want to be involved? Attend Thornton, Bremen and Rich Township Republican Endorsement Meetings to learn more.

Midlothian Passes Rain Ready Plan

Midlothian became the first in the nation to adopt the RainReady℠ Plan.

Crestwood Mom Knows the Horror Flint's Families See in Poisoned Water

People are sick because of the water, and the government lied about the water tests in both towns.

10 Highest Paid Employees for the City of Oak Forest

See how much your public servants are making.