These animals have it all figured out.
These morning meals save you time, money and calories.
About 4 to 8 inches of snow are expected to fall between now and Wednesday in Oak Forest and the surrounding area.
Accidental pot brownies, polite nude man and granny's Tupperware stash featured in our look back at weird police reports.
New state laws on pet stores, Facebook, child visitation, wine and unpaid tolls take effect Jan. 1, 2014.
It's all about the jobs, and Illinois doesn't measure up in several categories.
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The map below is a snapshot of what section of town has the most homes valued at $1 million or more.
What headlines captured readers' attention? Find out as we list this year's top 10 most-viewed articles on Oak Forest Patch.
South suburban obituaries and available visitation information.
With the November statistics coming out this week, we're taking a look back at the top 10 worst Illinois towns for unemployment based on October 2013 figures.
We promise: there's not an ugly holiday sweater in sight.
Visit these hot spots across America next year.
Check out these culinary-inspired adventures.
The map below shows the median income in blocks across your neighborhood as reported by the US Census Bureau.
December's most-viewed articles on the Patch Chicago Network.
Here are some interesting and important things to know for the coming week.
Check out a few historical things to see and do in the Chicago area.
From family-friendly to comedic performances to hitting the slopes, these nine New Year's Eve events will get you off the couch and keep you out of the crowded bars this New Year's Eve.
Find out where you can kiss 2013 goodbye and ring in 2014 in Oak Forest and other communities around the south suburbs. Plus, get details on the Safe Ride Program.
As Pope Francis gains admirers, he simultaneously alienates some American Catholics and Catholic allies.
Illinois has some of the top universities and colleges in the country. Leaders at these fine institutions must make pretty good money. We wondered how much. You'll find the answers here.
The map below is a snapshot of what section of town has the most carpoolers.