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Spotted on the Oak Lawn calendar: Before you vote, Get the Facts on the referendum for School District 524

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Spotted on the Oak Lawn calendar: Enjoy tapas and paella at home from Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba! Order by 10am.

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Spotted on the Oak Lawn calendar: The Boo-Tique Market Craft & Vendor Event

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🌱 Patch AM: Baby Play and Learn: Lactation Specialist and Pediatrician at OLPL and 13 more events

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Pet Blessings Set For Saturday And Sunday Near Oak Lawn

Come bless your pets at area churches Saturday, Oct. 3, and Sunday, Oct. 4, in honor of the Feast Day of St. Francis of Assisi.

St. Coletta’s of Illinois Celebrates the Arrival of Fall with Annual Fall Fest

Students and adult participants enjoyed games, food, face painting and more during a beautiful day of autumn fun

The St. Nicholas Ladies Philoptochos 53rd Annual Bazaar and Food Fair

The St. Nicholas Ladies Philoptochos 53rd Annual Bazaar and Food Fair is Coming to Oak Lawn, IL; October 17 and 18.

St. Coletta’s of Illinois to Honor Kowalis Family at Upcoming Caritas Benefit

Three generations recognized for decades of leadership, generosity and advocacy

Chicago Ridge Mall Wraps '250 Acts Of Community' With Lemonade Stand, Food Drive, Prizes

Donate non-perishable food items and get a free glass of lemonade and raffle ticket Saturday, Sept. 12, at Chicago Ridge Mall.

Ceremony Planned Friday At Oak Lawn-Patriot Metra Station In Recognition of 25th Anniversary Of 9/11

All are invited to a special remembrance ceremony at Oak Lawn-Patriot Metra Station Friday, Sept. 11, marking 25 years since the 9/11.

Oak Lawn Children's Museum's Traveling 9-11 WTC Beams Head To NY For 25th Anniversary

Bill Egan never ceases to be amazed by people's emotional reactions to the Oak Lawn Children's Museum's traveling 9-11 exhibit.

Intense Heat And Humidity Linger: Where To Find Cooling Centers In Oak Lawn And Hometown

Here's some information to survive the excessive heat, including Oak Lawn and Hometown cooling centers and where to report a power outage.

So You Want To Get Into Politics: Key Dates For Candidates To Know For The April 2027 Consolidated Election

Important dates to know for candidates considering running for local office in the April 6, 2027 Illinois Consolidated Election.

Prank Threats About School Shootings And Bombs Are No Joke, FBI Warns

FBI reminds students and parents that making "prank" threats about bombs and mass shootings has criminal consequences.

Wienermobile Swings By Fresh Tony's Stores In Bridgeview And Burbank

The iconic Oscar Wienermobile will be making stops at Tony's Fresh Market stores Friday, Sept. 4, in Bridgeview and Burbank.

Activists Claim Oak Lawn Cops Put 14-Year-Old In Chokehold At Public Meeting, Demand Outside Investigation

Oak Lawn police at the center of the third incident involving alleged police misconduct against a member of the Palestinian community.

Semi Vs. Work Van Crash At 71st And Harlem Sends 7 To Area Hospitals, 2 Critical

Bridgeview police and fire departments responded to a semi vs. work van crash with entrapment early Wednesday that injured seven people.

CHSD 218 Adult Transition Program Offers Hidden Talent Pool That Local Employers Can't Ignore

CHSD 218 Adult Transition Program seeks local employers for vocational training opportunities for young adults with disabilities.

This Sunday: Encore Car Wash Hosts Community Car Show to Benefit Oak Lawn Community High School Cheerleading

The event will feature approximately 50 classic, custom, and specialty vehicles

Chicago golfer wins trip to Pebble Beach

Charlie Marks wins Lexus Champions for Charity National Championship trip at St. Coletta’s Kennedy Golf Outing

143 Golfers, One Mission: Creating Possibilities

Sold-out Kennedy Golf Outing raises more than $150,000 to support children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities

Artist Behind Oak Lawn 9/11 First Responder Memorial Gives Talk At Oak Lawn Library

Artist Erik Blome reflects on creating “Heralds of 9/11,” incorporating beams from the fallen WTC towers Aug. 20 at the Oak Lawn Library.

More Details On Rabid Bat Found Inside Oak Lawn Apartment Building

An Oak Lawn bat was found inside an apartment building on the 9800 block of south Pulaski Road.

Oak Lawn Police And Fire Host National Night Out Tuesday On Village Green

Leave the porch light on and join Oak Lawn first responders Tuesday, Aug. 4 on the Village Green for National Night Out.

Classic Cars Shine at Cruise Night

Beautiful weather, more than 50 vehicles and an inspiring young Corvette owner made First United Methodist Church's event a memorable night

'Endangered Person' Alert Issued For Burbank Teen, Now Missing 50 Days

BCA Hub Youth and Resource Center advocates plan Facebook Live update Sunday, July 26, for Patricia "PJ" Perez, 14, missing since June 7.

Oak Lawn Parish Notified Of Former Priest Accused Of Sexually Abusing Minor 30 Years Ago At Another Church

Fr. Kenneth Fleck, an administrator at St. Catherine in 2022, is accused of sexually abusing a minor over 30 years ago at another parish.

Creativity takes the wheel at Kennedy School’s first-ever box car parade

Hallway transforms into a celebration of imagination, teamwork and school spirit

Red Hat Society brings smiles with annual ice cream social at St. Coletta’s of Illinois

Longtime tradition treats students, adult participants and staff to a sweet summer celebration

Village Of Bridgeview Lifts Boil Order After Water Main Break

Village officials have lifted a boil advisory issued Monday after negative bacteriological tests confirmed water was safe to drink.

Hundreds Greet Big Boy 4014 In Smoke And Heat

Hundreds gathered in wildfire smoke and heat for another look at the Union Pacific's mighty Big Boy 4014 steam engine.

Oak Lawn Police To Take Part In IL Chiefs 'Speed Awareness Day'

Oak Lawn police will be stepping up patrols to reduce speeding Wednesday, July 22, for Illinois Speed Awareness Day.

A Giant from America's Railroad Past Rolls Through Oak Lawn

There are trains, and then there is Big Boy No. 4014.

Big Boy 4014 Returns Friday Through Chicago Ridge

The Union Pacific's Big Boy 4014 passes through Friday, July 17, best viewed from Chicago Ridge crossings at Central Ave. and Ridgeland Ave.

Oak Lawn Police 2026 Fourth Of July Traffic Enforcement Yields 327 Seat Belt Violations, Down From Last Year

Oak Lawn police released numbers from the 2026 Fourth of July traffic enforcement campaign.

A Connection Across Generations

Just days before starting at St. Coletta’s, a new clinical therapist discovered the organization had cared for her uncle more than 50 years

Enter to win a once-in-a-lifetime Pebble Beach golf experience

Support St. Coletta’s of Illinois while competing in the 2026 Lexus Champions for Charity National Championship

Is A Politician Delaying Dedication Of 'Little Palestine Way' Because He Wasn't Invited?

Activists claim IDOT is delaying the sign installation because Sen. Willie Preston complained he wasn't invited to the July 11 dedication.

Highly Anticipated Hills Chamber Community And Business Expo Kicks Off Saturday At Conrady Junior High

Local businesses, crafters, vendors and organizations take center stage March 21 at Conrady Junior High at the Hills Chamber Community Expo.

Patch Queen Of Hearts Action Report, Week Of December 16

Do you feel lucky? Patch has rounded up the current Queen of Hearts raffle happening around the Southland. You can't win if you don't play.

Funeral Procession Route Monday For Fallen Chicago PO Enrique Martinez

Motorists can expect rolling closures Monday, Nov. 18, during the funeral procession for fallen Chicago Police Officer Enrique Martinez.

If Queen of Hearts Isn’t Found, Park Lawn Will Cap Jackpot At $2M

Charity says it will hold a draw down when jackpot reaches $2M, after the Village of Crestwood requests a bond for the raffle to continue.

THC-Infused, Non-Alcoholic Beverages Hit Chicago-Area Liquor Stores

WYNK’s Award-Winning, Zero-Calorie, Zero-Sugar Seltzers Provide a Healthier Alternative to Alcohol—Available Where Adult Beverages are Sold

Retired Priest With Ties To Queen of Martyrs, Albert The Great Dies

Rev. John J. Doyle, who served parishes in Burbank, Evergreen Park, Flossmoor and others dies at 79. Visitation and Mass set for Feb. 10.

‘Every Kind Word, Every Kind Thought, Fills The Heartbreak'

A GoFundMe campaign has been set up for the family of Jonnie Angel Klein, 31, who was fatally shot in a robbery gone wrong in Worth.

Funeral Procession Route Set For WWII Pilot Who Was MIA For 80 Years

Illinois veterans group is asking for a "good and honorable" turnout of residents to line procession route for USAFF 1st Lt. Edward McGuire.

2-1-1 Helpline Connects Cook County Residents to Social Services

Residents of Chicago and suburban Cook County can dial 2-1-1 or visit 211MetroChicago.org to connect with assistance