Oak Forest's Most-Read Stories Of 2024: See What Made Headlines

OAK FOREST, IL — Whew, what a year.

As we send off 2024, let's revisit some of the local headlines that grabbed your attention.

Presented below in no particular order, here’s a recap of the most-read Oak Forest Patch stories of 2024. Let's take a look back.

'It Breaks My Heart': Oak Forest Bowl Owner Says No Rebuild

Keith Tadevich said a rebuild of the beloved Oak Forest Bowl after a massive fire in May 2023 is not happening.

Community Rallies Around Oak Forest Teen Fighting Sudden Paralysis

Paityn Castillo, 14, is in a fight to regain use of her body, after being struck by a rare autoimmune condition in late-October.

Orland Park Man Charged In Oak Forest Domestic Shooting

An investigation has been ongoing after four people were shot in what police called a domestic incident in the 5500 block of Babette Cour

2 Charged After Stabbing At Oak Forest Restaurant: Police

Two of the three taken into custody after several people were stabbed at the restaurant have been charged, police said.

Teen In Cancer Fight, Project Fire Buddies Share Spotlight In New Show

"Hearts of Heroes" debuted Sunday, Oct. 20, and features a special experience between the teen, a local nonprofit, and her favorite TV star.

3 Dead After Driver Went Around Gates, Struck Freight Train: Official

The crash happened at 153rd and Park Avenue in Harvey, according to reports.

Oak Forest Culver's Named Among Top 5 In Country, Competing For $50K

Culver's Crew Challenge competition recognizes the best of nationwide chain's 1,000 locations.

7-Eleven Robbed At Gunpoint Early Christmas Day

The robbery happened just before 1 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 25.