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

Chicago Ridge America250 Block Party Offers Patriotic Fun And Drone Show

Chicago Ridge's America250 block party features patriotic fun, kids activities, bands, food trucks and a drone show Saturday, July 18.

Dinosaurs Come Alive Tonight at Brookfield Zoo's Dinos After Dark

Experience a Jurassic-sized evening filled with prehistoric adventures, live entertainment, and unforgettable family memories on 7-11-26

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.

Oak Lawn Police Crack Down On Speeding In July

Oak Lawn police are joining a statewide campaign aimed at reducing speeding and other traffic violations through July 31.

Oak Lawn Special Olympics Stars Shine At USA Games

Oak Lawn's finest represented Team Illinois with heart, hustle, and championship-level spirit at the USA Special Olympics Games.

'Little Palestine Way,' 'Wadea Al-Fayoumi Way' To Be Officially Dedicated Saturday

The community is invited Saturday, July 11, at 87th Street and Harlem to the dedication of Little Palestine Way, for food, music and henna.

Park Lawn Opens Registration for 41st Annual Maury Barger, Jr. Memorial Golf Invitational

"A Day in the Sun" returns Sept. 21 to Crystal Tree Country Club, benefiting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Park Lawn Queen of Hearts Jackpot Climbs Past $1.049 Million After Another Rollover

Ace of Spades "Fat Tommy's Card" awards winner a year of free appetizers as the Queen of Hearts remains hidden.

Frankfort Bluegrass Fest Brings World of American Music Art Form to Thousands Saturday/Sunday for Free

Celebrating its 16th year fest continues its impressive trajectory of bluegrass, hosting Grammy winners, international bands, local faves.

Got Branches? Oak Lawn Public Works Crews Makes Final Sweep For Storm Debris

Oak Lawn public works crews will make a final sweep through the village for storm debris. Email the village if you still have branches.

Cultivating confidence at Navarro Farm

St. Coletta’s of Illinois returns to Navarro Farm for another summer of growth, responsibility and community inclusion

Park Lawn's Crown the King Jackpot Climbs Past $10,760 After Another Rollover at Birdies

Winning ticket reveals the 4 of Spades as excitement builds for the Tuesday, July 14 drawing in Oak Lawn.

Board Member Dr. Peter DeRousse Announces Resignation After 13 Years of Service

Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123 to begin process to fill Board vacancy

Burbank Girl, 14, Has Been Missing For One Month, Mother Desperate For Information

Mother and advocates pin hopes on green dot showing missing Burbank girl as being active on her TikTok account, who was last seen June 7.

Bridgeview Brouhaha Blasts Off On Fourth Of July, Fireworks Shot At First Responders: Police

When people started shooting fireworks at first responders, Bridgeview police returned in an armored vehicle to break up the crowd.

Oak Lawn Fireworks Still A Go At Richards High School For Saturday July 4th

Provided that the weather cooperates, Oak Lawn fireworkswill blast off Saturday, July 4, at Richards High School.

Fireworks Near Me: July 4th Events Around Oak Lawn For 2026

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations of America’s 250th anniversary in and around Oak Lawn.

Family Desperate To Find 14-Year-Old Burbank Girl Missing Over 3 Weeks

Patricia "PJ" Perez, 14, of Burbank, has been missing since June 7. She was last seen near Mason Avenue and 79th Street.

🇺🇸 Queen of Hearts Rolls Over! Jackpot Now Over $1,030,280 + America's 250th Special!

Another Incredible Night... and the Jackpot Keeps Growing!

Psychedelic Mushrooms, Cannabis And Loaded Gun Discovered In Oak Lawn Man's Car: Sheriff

Cook County Sheriff's Police said the Honda Accord was initially pulled over because the driver and passengers weren't wearing seatbelts.

Bridgeview Plans Red, White And Blue '3rd Of July' Celebration Featuring Family Fun And Fireworks

Celebrate Independence Day at Commissioner's Park in Bridgeview, July 3, for family fun, fireworks, food trucks, the Wienermobile and more.

Crown the King Rolls Over Again — Jackpot Tops $10,525!

Card #43 revealed the 2 of Hearts, sending the growing jackpot into next week's drawing.

Oak Lawn Community High School Dist. 229 Board Of Education Seeks To Fill Vacancy

The OLCHS Dist. 229 school board is accepting applications from district residents to fill a board vacancy through July 13.

Methadone Clinic Owner In A Fix, Accused Of Bilking $75M From Medicaid For Services Never Rendered

The Palos Park man and owner of an Oak Lawn methadone clinic allegedly billed $75M to Medicaid for therapy services that never happened.

Oak Lawn Parade Brings Community Together in Red, White and Blue Celebration

Families lined the streets for patriotic traditions, lively performances, and a festive kickoff to Independence Day

Driving Possibility at St. Coletta’s 37th Annual Kennedy Golf Outing

Tee off to help every individual reach their full potential

Cooling Centers Open All Week In Oak Lawn And Hometown During Extreme Heat

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

Flood Brothers Will Start Collection An Hour Earlier All Week In Oak Lawn Due To Extreme Heat

Flood Brothers asks Oak Lawn residents to have their trash cans out by 5 a.m. or risk missing their regular collection.

Oak Lawn Woman Killed In Deadly I-57 Crash, IDOT Worker Injured

A passenger vehicle and IDOT SUV had pulled over to the shoulder of I-57 when both were struck by another vehicle, ISP said.

Oak Lawn Loves A Parade: Wiener Dogs, Adorable Kids, Hometown Heroes Mark America's 250th Birthday

Oak Lawn's Independence Day Parade was as American as mom and apple pie. Photo highlights.

The STEEPWATER BAND - live on the Outdoor Rooftop

The STEEPWATER BAND - live on the Joliet Museum's Outdoor ROOFTOP on Thursday, July 9th at 7pm (doors open 6:15pm)

Oak Lawn Ready To Celebrate America250, Parade And Rockology Chicago Set For Saturday

It wouldn't be a parade without the Oak Lawn Raiders' giant American flag. Parade and concert information for Saturday, June 27.

South Suburban Men Ordered Detained In Ambush of 16-Year-Old Oak Lawn Youth: Judge

“They drove to where they knew he’d be, that’s a threat,” the judge said.

DOJ opinion raises concerns about future of community living for people with disabilities

St. Coletta’s CEO urges families and advocates to stay informed and speak out

2026 July 4 Fireworks Guide For Oak Lawn

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations of America’s 250th anniversary in and around Oak Lawn.

Park Lawn's Queen of Hearts Jackpot Surpasses $1 Million After Another Rollover!

The historic jackpot climbs past $1 million after Wednesday's drawing, with next week's prize already topping $1,010,750.

Crown the King Rolls Over to $10,270+!

The Jackpot Keeps Growing!

Oak Lawn Police Crack Down On Impaired And Unbuckled Drivers In July 4 Traffic Safety Campagin

The Independence Day campaign will focus on impaired driving and seat belt violations through July 6.

St. Coletta’s of Illinois Behavioral Health Clinic launches gardening group

New program transforms underutilized greenhouse into a hands-on space for wellness, learning and growth