🌱 Patch AM: Foraging 101 and 11 more events

Make time for Christ Lutheran Church Rummage Sale on the Palos Hills Patch calendar

A Connection Across Generations

Just days before starting at St. Coletta’s, a new clinical therapist discovered the organization had cared for her uncle more than 50 years

🌱 Patch AM: Palos Park Police Join Other Suburban Departments In 'Arrive Alive On Route 45' Traffic Safety Initiative

And check out Christ Lutheran Church Rummage Sale on the Palos Hills Patch calendar

Palos Park Police Join Other Suburban Departments In 'Arrive Alive On Route 45' Traffic Safety Initiative

Motorists can expect to see heightened patrols July 16-18 on Route 45/LaGrange Road in Palos Park and other area communities.

🌱 Patch AM: Palos 118 Registration Assistance Night July 16 and 11 more events

Also, don’t miss Helping A Senior Neighbor on the Palos Hills Patch calendar

Moraine Valley Fine And Performing Arts Center Offers Exciting Lineup Of Enticing Performances In 2026-2027

Moraine Valley's Fine and Performing Arts Center offers a lineup of enticing performances for the 2026-2027 season. Tickets on sale now.

Enter to win a once-in-a-lifetime Pebble Beach golf experience

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

🌱 Patch AM: Computer Basics* and 12 more events

Coming up on the Palos Hills Patch calendar: Park Lawn Queen of Hearts Drawing – Jackpot Over $1,049,350!

Palos 118 Educational Foundation, PFA Donate $30,000 for New Classroom Displays

Each group donated $15,000 that will be used for the purchase of 70-inch interactive displays for Palos South Middle School.

Digital Equity Means Cost Savings, Independence and Opportunity For Older Adults

Pathlights’ TechWise classes help older adults feel secure and comfortable online

🌱 Patch AM: STEM Squad* and 12 more events

Spotted on the Palos Hills calendar: Darvin Celebrates America's 250th with Stars, Stripes & Storewide Savings thru July 13

🌱 Patch AM: Palos 118 Registration Assistance Night July 16 and 11 more events

And on the Palos Hills Patch calendar - 15th Annual Garden Walk

🌱 Patch AM: Dean's Greens Farmstand - Market at the Barn and 11 more events

Spotted on the Palos Hills calendar: 15th Annual Garden Walk

Despondent Subject Takes Own Life In Front Of Worth Officers During Well-Being Check: Police

Worth police officers tried to verbally engage the man when he died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, police said.

Burglars Pay Fourth Of July Visit To Rosie's Gaming Cafe

The smash-and-grab crew left in two vehicles that were last seen fleeing eastbound on 103rd Street, Palos Hills police said.

Cultivating confidence at Navarro Farm

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

Ruse Burglars Prey On Palos Hills Senior Citizen In Ploy To Cut Down Trees

The ruse burglary crew stole cash and rare silver coins while an associate distracted the elderly homeowner in his backyard, police said.

Palos Heights Fireworks Reset For August 13

The City of Palos Heights has rescheduled the rained-out Independence Day fireworks for Thursday, Aug. 13 at Memorial Park.

Make Some New Friends At 2026 Palos Hills Friendship Fest: Fireworks, Rides, Music, Crafts, Car Show And More

Friendship Fest 2026 returns to Palos Hills July 9 through July 12, featuring music, food, beer, crafts, car show, rides and fireworks.

Fireworks Near Me: July 4th Events Around Palos For 2026

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

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 Palos During Extreme Heat

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

Flood Brothers Will Start Collection An Hour Earlier All Week In Palos Hills, Palos Park Due To Extreme Heat

Flood Brothers asks Palos Hills and Palos Park residents to have their trash cans out by 5 a.m. or risk missing their regular collection.

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)

Blocks Of Shopping, Food Trucks, Music, Kids Activities, Car Show On Tap At Hickory Hills Street Fair

The 46th Hickory Hills Street Fair kicks off June 27 and June 28, offering rides, music, food, beer and blocks of handmade arts and crafts.

Man On Parole 6 Weeks For Drug-Induced Homicide Caught Selling Drugs: Prosecutor

On parole for the drug death of a Hinsdale woman, the former Burr Ridge man is accused of selling crack cocaine to a confidential informant.

Stagg High School names new Dean of Students

Experienced educator brings track record of student support and data-driven discipline to the Stagg community

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 Palos

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

Palos Heights Celebrates America's 250th Birthday With Inflatables, Music, Parade And Fireworks

Fireworks, music, food, beer, inflatables and more featured in Community/Memorial Park Friday, July 3 and a parade on Saturday, July 4.

New Palos Park State-Of-The-Art Outdoor Fitness Court Designed To Get Residents Up And Moving

The National Fitness Campaign fitness court on the Palos Park Village Green provides equitable access to residents of all fitness levels.

Moraine Valley baseball hungry after surge toward season’s end

When the Cyclones started the season, they knew they would have a powerful offense and eventually put all the other pieces together.

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

Smash-And-Grab Crew Hits Stella's Gaming Cafe Second Time In Palos Hills

Four gaming machines were heavily damaged at Stella's Gaming Cafe, where burglars stole the cash boxes, Palos Hills police reports say.

Moraine Valley golf team concludes consistent season at regionals

From start to finish, the Moraine Valley golf team played consistently on the links, even after a long break from the fall to spring.

Summer tradition brings smiles and community connection

All Saints Lutheran Church resumes summer picnics for participants in St. Coletta’s Community Day Services program

Dist. 230 Seeks Legacy Hall Nominations For Outstanding Sandburg, Andrew And Staff Alumni

The Dist. 230 Foundation is seeking nominations of outstanding alumni to be inducted into Legacy Hall. Nominations are due July 1.

District 230 Foundation Seeking Legacy Hall Nominations

Recognizing Success: Nominate a D230 Alum for Legacy Hall

Hickory Hills EF-2 Tornado Reached Peak Winds Of 120 MPH On 8.3-Mile Path Of Destruction

The EF-2 tornado formed in the Spears-Pioneer Woods Forest Preserve west of Hickory Hills on June 11 and continued on an 8.3-mile track.

National Weather Service Confirms EF-2 Tornado In Hickory Hills

National Weather Service teams were in the Hickory Hills and Bridgeview over the weekend surveying damage from June 11 storm.