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.
Minors already can't buy tobacco products, but the ban now includes nicotine-based items such as e-cigarettes, vaporizers and gum.
The increase will help the department compete with municipalities whose higher rates have been siphoning talent from OF, officials said.
If you're an Oak Forest teenager skirting tobacco laws by vaping, your time may be up.
Part-time firefighter and paramedics could see a 54% pay increase if the village agrees to boost the hourly rate to $20 from $13.
Moss was inducted as the Northern Deputy State Commander of the Associated Fire Fighters of Illinois.
The money will be used to upgrade broadcasting systems and public works fleets.
Oak Forest is looking for people who want to volunteer on a team that assists crews during disasters and emergency situations.
This year's midterm election is Nov. 6. Here's what voters need to know before they cast their ballots.
Oak Forest may not be perfect, but I still like it.
We challenged Oak Forest to see if it lived up to its tag line. Find out how the city fared.
The volunteer meeting for Friends of Oak Forest Animal Control was a big success with a great turnout.
The deficit was caused by a drop in expected state money this fiscal year.
A recently approved measure means Oak Forest can buy the vehicles without raising taxes or borrowing money.
Robert "Bob" Rita easily defeated challengers Mary Carvlin and Kimberly Nicole Koschinitzky in the 28th District Democratic primary.
Find out when voters can cast their ballots early in this year's primary election.
The City Council denied a measure that would allow staffers to work from home under some circumstances.
“Foreign intruders are turning to cyberterrorism to attack the core of our democracy. This is unacceptable." - Senator Michael E. Hastings
Larry Canning, Deboarah A. Stearns and Evelyn Gleason received enough votes to win seats on the Bremen High School District 228 board.
Find which races you are eligible to vote in and who is running for the positions on the Cook County Clerk website.
Election Day is Tuesday, and we have all the information you might need to cast your ballot in Oak Forest.
The City of Oak Forest's newest addition brings his breadth of experience with both local and national nonprofit organizations.
Burkhardt plans to spend more time with family.
A sign expected to begin shining this summer was approved this past week at an Oak Forest City Council meeting.
What's on the Agenda at the Upcoming Midlothian Committee Meeting scheduled for April 20th, 2016 at 7 pm
To keep city looking pretty, alderman agree to continue cutting county grass.
Ordinances, Bids, and More are on the Agenda at the upcoming Midlothian Village Board Meeting scheduled for April 13th, 2016 at 7 pm
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
Floodlothians, Midlothian representatives, and CNT visit MWRD Board of Commissioners to support stormwater project
The rate is now reduced from 6.92 cents per kilowatt hour to 6.5 cents.
See who is contributing to Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders in Oak Forest.
Empower yourself by exercising your right to vote.
If you’re not “Voting Early” or by Mail, what’s your excuse not to vote on Election Day?
Exercising your Rights by Voting Early, in Person or by Mail and Help Elect the Right Candidate for the Job.
The Election has begun, do you want to be involved? Attend Thornton, Bremen and Rich Township Republican Endorsement Meetings to learn more.
Midlothian became the first in the nation to adopt the RainReady℠ Plan.
People are sick because of the water, and the government lied about the water tests in both towns.
See how much your public servants are making.
The family fled Syria and had been waiting in Jordan for four years.
Midlothian issues a RFP for Human Resources Consulting Services. Visit www.villageofmidlothian.net, and click on Bid Postings for more info.