St. Laurence High School Breaks Ground On State-Of-The-Art Field House

The new facility will feature three indoor courts, an indoor track, locker rooms, training rooms to support St. Laurence sports programs.

Bridgeview Boy, 8, Dies Of Injuries Week After Being Hit By Car While Riding Electric Scooter

Bridgeview police confirmed that 8-year-old Jad Debiy died of injuries a week after being struck by a car while riding an electric scooter.

Oak Lawn Chamber's Fall Family Fest Moves Indoors Saturday At Richards High School

The fun is still on as the Oak Lawn Chamber's Fall Family Fest moves indoors at Richards Saturday, Sept. 19, due to heavy rain forecast.

Park Lawn Queen of Hearts Rolls Over as Jackpot Climbs to $76,355+

Ace of Spades revealed at Fat Tommy’s, but the Queen remains hidden heading into the September 23 drawing

Halal Fest Fall Edition Postponed At Hometown Mercy Mosque Due To Heavy Rain Forecast

Halal Fest at Hometown Mercy Mosque, set for Saturday, Sept. 19, has been postponed due to heavy rain forecast.

Joker Changes Everything at Park Lawn’s Crown the King — Board Resets, Jackpot Hits $13,530+

Packed house at Birdies sees the Joker revealed as all 54 numbers return and online ticket sales open.

After Walking Daughter Down the Aisle, She Walks Him to the Mound at Wrigley Field

Fox River Grove father, Advocate patient honored during Chicago Cubs game

Oak Lawn Community High School 'Bicentennial' Class Of 1976 Plans 50-Year Reunion

Oak Lawn Community High School class of 1976 will hold its 50-year reunion Oct. 10 at the Hilton Oak Lawn. RSVP by Sept. 26.

Oak Lawn Community High School PTSA hosts annual Fall Craft Show - October 17th, 10 am - 3 pm

Oak Lawn Chamber invites local businesses & non-profits to participate along with crafters/vendors.

5-Year-Old Boy On Scooter Struck By Car, Critically Injured In Bridgeview

The five-year-old boy was riding an electric scooter when he was hit by a small car at 92nd Place and the Harlem Avenue frontage road.

Oak Lawn Remembers: 25 Years Later, We Still Never Forget

A large crowd gathered today to honor those lost on September 11, 2001, and remember the courage of those who answered the call.

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.

Park Lawn Queen of Hearts Rolls Over as Jackpot Climbs Above $73,095

An electric crowd filled Fat Tommy’s as the Queen stayed hidden, leaving 50 possibilities for the September 16 drawing.

Oak Lawn Fall Music Festival 2026: Know Before You Go

Enjoy live performances all weekend long, Sept. 11-Sept. 13, from country and rock, to Motown and New Wave, on the Oak Lawn Village Green.

I'm a Heart Rhythm Specialist: Here's What I Want People to Know About AFib

By Dr. Adarsh Bhan, Director of Electrophysiology, Advocate Health Care Heart Institute

Only 23 Cards Remain as Park Lawn’s Crown the King Jackpot Climbs Past $13,055

The King of Spades is running out of places to hide as Crown the King continues Tuesday nights at Birdies in Oak Lawn.

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.

Convicted Felon Lying In Fetal Position In Grass Found To Be Carrying A Stolen Gun: Police

A Chicago Ridge police officer noticed the gun in the Hickory Hills man's waistband when he rolled over in his sleep, police said.

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.

Celebrating 125 Years: School District 123 Back-to-School Extravaganza Kicks Off 2026-27 School Year

The Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123 community came together on Aug. 22 to kick off the new school year with fun for the whole family!

Queen of Hearts Rolls Over Again as Jackpot Climbs Past $69,010

Park Lawn’s Queen of Hearts continues Wednesday at Fat Tommy’s after the King of Spades delivered a cash prize but left the Queen in hiding.

District 123 Prepares for 2026-27 School Year with Orientation and All-Staff Institute Days

Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123 welcomed new and returning staff members with a series of orientation and institute days.

D123 Board of Education Approves Jonathon Truhlar to fill Board Vacancy

Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123 welcomes Jonathon Truhlar to the D123 Board of Education.

Soph Maksym Kolodziejczyk Ready To Go The Distance For Oak Lawn Boys Cross Country

Hard work pays off for sophomore who earned a spot on the Oak Lawn Community High School varsity boys cross-country team.

Crown the King Rolls Over as Jackpot Climbs Past $12,630 at Birdies

The King of Spades is still hiding! Park Lawn’s next Crown the King drawing is Tuesday, Sept. 8 at Birdies in Oak Lawn.

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.

Senior Alicja Kij Ready For More 'Sweet Victories' For Oak Lawn Spartan Varsity Girls Tennis

“Tapping into her raw, explosive athleticism and sharpening her strategic placement, Alicia has elevated her game to an entirely new level.”

Junior Patrick Driscoll Returns Poised To Lead Oak Lawn Spartans Boys Golf To Success

“Patrick enters his senior year on the boys golf team as one of the top golfers in the program,” OLCHS head coach Shawn Neubauer said.

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.

3 Activists Arrested For 'Illegal Activities' At Meeting Where 14-Year-Old Boy Was Allegedly Put In Chokehold

Oak Lawn police said the arrests conclude their investigation into “illegal activities” at the Aug. 5 fire and police commission meeting.

Man Accused Of Exposing Himself To Woman In Oak Lawn Elementary School Parking Lot

A 49-year-old Oak Lawn man reportedly exposed himself to a woman who was walking her dog near Hannum Elementary School, police said.

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.

Park Lawn Queen of Hearts Rolls Over After Ace of Hearts Is Revealed

Another card is off the board, the jackpot keeps growing, and Fat Tommy’s was also the place to celebrate two special birthdays.

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.

Senior Clark Zylius Poised To Lead OLCHS Girls Golf

As a four-year varsity girls golfer for Oak Lawn Community High School, Clark Zylius knows what it takes to be a leader.

5th Annual Fall Family Fest 9/19/16

The Oak Lawn Chamber of Commerce presents a free event for kids & families. Register in advance to receive a free raffle ticket for prizes!

Park Lawn Super Bingo Brings Big Payouts and Local Food Vendors to Oak Lawn

Three $1,000 games, $500 payouts, food vendors and the Red, White & Blue jackpot come together September 12.

Oak Lawn Community High School Dist. 229 Taps Kelli Evans To Fill Board Vacancy

Keill Evans has been appointed to serve a seat left vacant by Kenneth Yerkes through the April 2027 election.