Bedford Park Fire Department celebrates the addition of two new Fire Engines Friday

Bedford Park Fire Chief Daniel Johnson will dedicate two new fire trucks on Friday, August 28

Judge Again Denies Ex-Mayor's Motion To Dismiss Village Of Orland Park Lawsuit

The Village said it has sought to stop Pekau from disseminating confidential information and get him to return village records.

Village Buys Part Of Riviera Country Club Land For $2.2 Million, Feasibility Study Planned For Future Use

The Village of Orland Park on Wednesday announced it has officially acquired part of the former Riviera Country Club.

Dodge Touts Retail Progress, 12-Hour Police Shifts, Collaboration During Orland State Of The Village

"We've come a long way as a town"; Mayor Dodge on Tuesday reflected on town's roots, outlined key successes of his first year in office.

Illinois's 6th Congressional District Race: Primary Election 2026

Two Democratic candidates face off, including incumbent Sean Casten, and two Republicans in the Illinois Primary, Tuesday, March 17.

Orland Park 2026 Primary Election Guide: Who's Running, What You Need To Know

Voters will decide on candidates for federal and state senate and representative, and precinct committeeperson candidates

Orland Park Mayor To Present 2026 State Of The Village Address

State of the Village address set for Tuesday, March 31 at 12 p.m., at the Orland Park Civic Center.

Early Voting Site Moves To Orland Park Civic Center For Upcoming Election Cycle: Village

Officials announced the relocation for early voting this week.

Amazon Gets Green Light For Massive Retail Development In Orland Park

Amazon's plan for a retail development at 159th and LaGrange Road has cleared its final hurdle, with the Village Board signing off 5-2.

Another IL Legislator Calls For Impeachment Of DHS Secretary After Fatal ICE Shooting In Minneapolis

Under Noem's leadership, Rep. Sean Casten said DHS has "sanctioned the murder and baseless arrest of American citizens" and endangered many.

Orland Lawsuit Against Former Mayor Will Proceed, Village Wants Documents Back

The Village refuted Pekau's claims to news outlets that most of the lawsuit had been dismissed.

Village Shuts Down Fiber Optic Construction

New rules and halted work aim to hold state-licensed providers accountable, Orland Park officials say.

New Water Billing Software Coming December 15; Online Payment Unavailable During Switch

Online payments are currently unavailable until December 15.

Orland Park Board Meeting Brief - Week of December 1, 2025

Decisions & Discussions from the Latest Village Meetings

Village Wants Restraining Order Against Ex-Mayor Pekau To Be Permanent

The lawsuit was filed after the village says Pekau published confidential information, violated privacy laws.

Orland Settles Lawsuit With Unjustly Fired Cop For $550K, Sergeant Reinstated

The suit alleged that the sergeant was fired in February 2024 in retaliation after he filed a complaint against police leadership.

Orland Park Board Meeting Brief - Week of November 17, 2025

Decisions & Discussions from the Latest Village Meetings

Orland Pastor Charged With Election Interference In Georgia Among 70 Pardoned By Trump

Rev. Stephen Cliffgard Lee appeared on the list released Monday by U.S. Pardon Attorney Ed Martin.

After Delay, 2nd Installment Cook Co. Property Tax Bills Going Out: Orland Township Assessor

The bills will be mailed on Nov. 14 and will be due Dec. 15, Orland Township Assessor Rich Kelly said.

'He Deserves This': Village Hall Re-Dedicated In Honor Of Late Former Orland Mayor Frederick T. Owens

The re-dedication ceremony was held Sunday, Oct. 26.

Patriots Drawn To Orland Park's ‘Hate America’ Rally

Commentary: This is what I saw at my local “No Kings Day” celebration. Photos & Video.

'A Win For Orland Park': Temporary DMV Opens Days After Old One Shuttered

Officials tout larger space with expanded hours and new services, including road exams, in the new facility at 182nd and Orland Parkway.

New Temporary DMV Opening In Orland Park: Village

The Secretary of State's Drivers Facility will open Monday, Sept. 29, in space at CTF Illinois, at 18230 Orland Parkway.

Orland Township Assessor To Host Tax Appeal Workshop

The workshop will be held Wednesday, Oct. 1.

Orland Park Gets Clean Audit Opinion For Fiscal Year 2024: Village

Auditor Sikich LLC presented the audit report to trustees on Monday.

Village V. Pekau: Judge Grants Restraining Order Over Ousted Mayor's Sharing Of Confidential Info

The order says Pekau must stop sharing the Village’s confidential information he gained access to while in office, according to court docs.

Village Of Orland Park Launches Inaugural Citizens Academy

The seven-week program will offer insight into village operations. Academy starts Sept. 18. Deadline to apply is Sept. 5.

Orland DMV 'Needs To Go,' Trustee Says, But Secretary Of State Calls Closing 'Huge Disservice'

The DMV operating out of the Township building poses many problems, some trustees argued before voting to end the lease.

Orland Village Board, Police Leadership Lock In Contract After 2 Years Without One

The agreement was approved during the board's July 7 meeting, the Village announced.

Three Trustees Sworn In to Serve on Orland Park Public Library Board

Bridget Lindbloom, Linda Michaels, and Nancy Heuser were sworn in this spring to serve on the Orland Park Public Library Board of Trustees.

OFPD hosts its annual Open House on Saturday, June 28

The Orland Fire Protection District will host its annual Open House Sat., June 28, offering a wide range of information on their services

Village Brings On Former Communications Director's Company For Contract PR Work

Nabeha Zegar's PubliCity Communications LLC has been contracted for $5,000 per month for a year to do PR work for the Village.

Trustees Push Back Against Orland Mayor's Proposed 'Civility Pledge'

The Orland Park Village Board on Monday bickered over a civility pledge created by newly seated Mayor Jim Dodge.

Orland Village Board Brings Back Former Village Manager

Amid pleas to table the vote, Orland Park Mayor Jim Dodge and trustees on Monday voted to re-seat George Koczwara as Village Manager.

'A New Day': Dodge Promises Civility And Transparency As Orland Mayor

Jim Dodge was sworn in as Orland Park's new mayor on Monday, May 5. He spoke to residents of moving "quickly and decisively" on key issues.

Orland Fire District elects woman Board President

OFPD Trustee Beth Damas Kaspar was elected Board President Monday May 5. She, "DJ" Jeffers, and Bridget Tolan took seats on the board.

Damas Kaspar, Jeffers and Tolan​ to take Oath as OFPD Trustees Monday

Beth Damas Kaspar, Donald "DJ" Jeffers, and Bridget Eileen Tolan will be sworn is a Trustees of the OFPD Monday at 5 PM, May 5, 2025

Orland Park Public Library Board of Trustees Vacancy

Library accepts applications for board vacancy.

​Orland Fire Board salutes outgoing members Brudnak and Schirmacher

OFPD honors retiring board members, President John Brudnak and Treasurer Jayne Schirmacher at the board meeting on April 22, 2025

Cook County Republican Party Chairman Morrison Steps Down

On April 4, Sean M. Morrison announced he'll step back from the role, effective April 14.

'A New Day' And Dodge: Orland Park's Pick For Mayor Basks In Win

Jim Dodge and his Orland Park For All slate swept their respective races. Now they're readying for the work ahead.

Mark Kelly, Candidate For CHSD 230 Board of Education: Election 2025

Mark Kelly is running with the 230 United party for the Consolidated High School Dist. 230 Board of Education in the April 1 election.

Charles M. Hughes: Illinois 6th Congressional District Candidate

Charles M. Hughes is seeking the Democratic nomination in the IL-06 Congressional District. The Illinois Primary is March 19.

Sean Casten: Illinois 6th Congressional District Candidate

Incumbent Sean Casten is seeking the Democratic nomination in the IL-06 Congressional District. The Illinois Primary is March 19.

Adam D. Downs, Candidate For Moraine Valley Community College Board

Downs is one of ten candidates running for the Moraine Valley Community College Board of Trustees in the April 4 consolidated election.

Yusuf Vidal, Candidate for Moraine Valley Community College Board

Yusuf Vidal is one of 10 candidates running for the Moraine Valley Community College Board of Trustees in the April 4 consolidated election.

Eileen Kerlin-Walsh, Moraine Valley Community College Board

Eileen Kerlin-Walsh is one of ten candidates running for the Moraine Valley Community College Board of Trustees in the April 4 election.

Daniel E. Casey, Moraine Valley Community College Board of Trustees

Daniel E. Casey is one of 10 candidates running for two open seats on the Moraine Valley Community College Board of Trustees.

League of Women Voters Hosting Virtual Forums For IL-06 Candidates

The League of Women Voters-Glen Ellyn will host two candidate forums May 3 for GOP candidates, and May 4 for Democratic Candidates on Zoom.

IL-03: Key Takeaways From Marie Newman, Mike Fricilone Forum

The League of Women Voters hosted a forum for Democratic candidate Marie Newman and Republican Mike Fricilone. Watch the replay.