Change begins with you. Green Community Connections will get you started Sept. 29 with a tour of the area's grassroots environmental efforts.
Annual River Forest charity fundraiser slated for Sept. 11.
Longtime adoption agency specializing in placing special needs children asks for funding help.
Sixth annual softball tournament set to take over the Forest Park ball diamonds Sept. 22.
Authorities say Alejandro Cruz, 33, ran into traffic and was fatally struck by car. Family and friends are mourning the loss.
Volunteers with the Oak Park-River Forest Day Nursery lend a donut-making hand.
A look at recent, local job postings for August 2012.
Got something to say to Oak Park's elected officials? Of course you do.
Future of downtown Oak Park building uncertain as Lake Street property goes on the block.
New titles, and older ones too, are among the library's most requested.
Annual event will once again feature 5K, 10K and youth mile races. Space is limited, so reserve your spot today.
Calling these local couples....step up and get yourselves some free movie passes.
Brewers, tasters will converge once again in downtown Oak Park to sample beers and help the earth. Here's what you need to know.
Start stretching. A new family-friendly competition will take over the Pleasant District.
Is your car lonely? Nonprofit's pilot program will add private vehicles to its car-sharing fleet.
Share a picture of you and your significant other for a chance to win tickets to "Hope Springs."
Have a favorite local property? Nominate it for recognition in this year's installment of the annual awards.
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Community group to host a celebration of food, family, farmers and fun at FitzGerald's.
Famed chef Anthony Bourdain stops at a local landmark.
Expect traffic jams during miles-long road resurfacing project.
Program pairs teens with professionals in an effort to develop crucial job skills.
Alexandria Frisch helped organize and direct film about violence in teen dating.
Home brewers will set 'em up, guests will knock 'em down and the proceeds are headed to the Oak Park-River Forest Food Pantry.
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News literacy program launches in Oak Park, just one of four sites across the county to host the innovative series.
Father, coach leaves behind a memorable legacy.
Looking for work or know someone who is? Our weekly feature might be a good place to start.
Greenline Wheels in Oak Park will offer cruiser tricycle for free to local seniors.
To get a jump on weekend produce buying bonanza, head west.
Kid-powered collaboration yields street decorations made from recycled materials.
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Interactive game doubles as a learning tool for foster children.
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Downtown Oak Park's local wine event really opens up.
Bash will raise money for employees of damaged nightclub.
State officials OK homeowner's plan to conserve and reuse greywater.