Eryn Blaser, art teacher at Meadow Ridge Elementary in Orland Park, was named Illinois Elementary Art Teacher of the Year. Her entire school told her how great that is all at once.
Facing code violations, Doug and Rosemary Estand didn’t know where to turn for much-needed house repairs. Then Homes4Heroes came to their rescue.
Tell us who you think puts on the best holiday light show around in our quick form.
Who says the punishment always has to fit the crime?
Christian Bucks’ idea to foster friendship spreads to 32 states—and counting.
Find out how hundreds of runners did on the Thanksgiving Day race in Orland Park via It’sRaceTime.com.
Bremen Youth Services can't forget the kids who lost clothes, beloved toys and necessities in a tornado that struck Washington, Ill.
You'll watch this a couple of times with a smile on your face. Quite the homage to a quintessential piece of Chicago lore and Southland history.
After a wreath-laying ceremony at his mom's grave in Mount Greenwood Cemetery, Tinley Park VFW hosts a welcome home party for Sgt. Matt Sternquist.
Says he's thankful for support of family, friends and coaches in his Thanksgiving Day victory.
Dozens of people came for Orland Park Police Deputy Chief Jerry Hughes’ last ride Wednesday. He is retiring after 32 ½ years with the department.
The Sandburg High School alum will compete on Thanksgiving Day, taking another stride in his recovery from a devastating 2012 accident that injured his spine.
Parents and staff from Memorial Elementary filled up Gaelic Park Thursday at a fundraiser for the family of deceased Memorial Elementary teacher Mark Reilly.
Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.
Supply drives and fundraisers have begun throughout Orland Park and in nearby towns to help tornado victims in Washington, Illinois. Learn how you can lend a hand.
Watch the reception Mother McAuley students gave their state championship winning volleyball team on their first day back at school.
Bid on items from over 50 local vendors and businesses and a enjoy a night out in support of the Memorial School teacher’s family, following his sudden death on Friday.
"Is she warm enough? Is she too warm? Is she still breathing??" These are examples of the thoughts racing through the mind of a new parent.
Fifty turkey experts will answer questions on meal prep and turkey emergencies this holiday season.
It's not on the menu, but customers can give baristas a special recipe that will produce a drink similar to the beverage enjoyed by the fictional witches and wizards from the Harry Potter books.
Good reads and good people: Fighting bullies and cancer. Rescuing a beloved dog. Forgiving the men who robbed you. Losing the lottery and winning.
She received $1,000 from St. Xavier University and was featured on WGN TV.
20 percent of U.S. suicides are military veterans. If you know a troubled vet, tell them seeking treatment is a sign of strength. It's chemistry, not character.
See how people are thanking veterans around the country.
Thank you, Internet, for the perfect end to Halloween.
We rounded up the most uplifting stories trending across the country.
High school hockey club will be collecting turkeys for Together We Cope in front of Stacked Pancake House in Oak Lawn during live broadcast of WGN's 'Mr. Fix-It Show' this Saturday.
Heart & Sole Dance Studio offering free lessons for a week in November.
Tour the "House that Jordan Built." The one he's auctioning, valued at $21 million.
Mom's rendition of "My Heart Can't Tell You No" creates a strong reaction in her 10-month-old baby.
Last chance for a good scare Oct. 31 and Nov. 1.
'Rolling Stone' compiled the list as part of its Venues That Rock series.
A football dream comes true for a high school senior in New York.
I would've been on time, but...
The lengthy construction project is scheduled to come to a close within coming days. Traffic is expected to be able to pass north and south on Friday, provided weather cooperates for the remaining work, according to Cook County highway staff.
Orland Park joined people nationwide for the National Night Out Against Crime, where neighborhoods celebrated and learned about different safety methods, from paper shredding to avoiding drunk driving and more.