Accused drunken driver had two knives and a baby • Palos teen charged after caught in girls' bathroom ... This week's roundup of weird crime news in the Southland.
November's most-viewed stories in the Chicago area.
Why it’s the most wonderful time of the shopping season.
These fall-friendly drinks are perfect for Thanksgiving.
Quick Clicks: A drunk with knives and a baby • 911 dispatchers out in Oak Lawn • Orland native runs away from spinal injury • A Christmas light extravaganza worth $50,000?
ZooLights, a free day at the Chicago Children's Museum and the Art Institute gets its holiday makeover in this week's '3 Things To Do Downtown.'
Making plans for the weekend? Patch has rounded up a list of events and activities going on in and around Oak Forest.
Small Business Saturday is nearing, so we want some help showing local businesses our support. Tell us which local business is your favorite, and review them on Patch.
Check out some sneak peak photos of the 63,000-square-foot gourmet superstore and eateries. It opens to the public Monday at 4 p.m.
What are your kids thankful for?
Are you expecting out-of-towners? FlightAware.com has an interactive map that shows which airports are having holiday delays.
Don’t know the difference between a “like” and a “tweet”? Here’s a crash course.
From creole butter to mustard and brown sugar, these glaze recipes will pack your Thanksgiving turkey with even more flavor.
Follow these tips and tricks for finding the best tree and how to care for it.
There's nothing worse than a frozen turkey on Thanksgiving. Here are some helpful tips for how to quickly—and safely—unthaw it.
When and where to watch your favorite classic Christmas show.
Looking for something to do this weekend? Try catching Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2, which is still in theaters.
You can find the local prices at gas stations using the interactive map below.
Looking for a new line of work or a way to supplement your income? Check out what Patch found for you.
Without extensions from Congress, several important tax breaks may end.
Sometimes jobs that pay the least teach you the most valuable money lessons.
PG film debuts in theaters over Thanksgiving holiday.
Which Oak Forest businesses stick to the rules when it comes to tobacco sales to minors?
Comcast, Kay Jewelers, Apple, Panduit and JoAnn Fabric are all hiring.
Oak Forest police report, Nov. 25.
62 percent off a High-Def TV? Excuse me while I run you over to get one. Here's the scoop on the biggest Black Friday deals.
The horror of finding your home ransacked can be averted by keeping these tips in mind.
The list below shows locals who, because of an accident or an emergency, are now asking for help. Click an image to learn more about each of them.
This year, skip the sandwiches and try these leftover transformations. Sponsored by Sony.
Here’s how to give the perfect presents—without breaking the bank.