Homeowners will see an estimated $71 increase in the City's portion of their property tax bill.
The layoffs have caused concerns at the Harvey Fire Department, especially because wintertime typically means more fires.
If you've been holding out on getting a REAL ID, it might cost you soon. Starting in February, the TSA will charge those without one a fee.
Gov. JB Pritzker signed an executive order Thursday to support food banks with state funds.
The newly appointed official has more than two decades of experience serving in similar roles in other towns.
Oak Forest residents will need to be aware of traffic shifts as work continues on a water transmission line.
The City said the increases are to offset the impact of increases by its suppliers.
Slate Parents For District 145 Change won several spots on the Arbor District 145 Board of Education. Two incumbents will also stay.
James Hortsman was elected the next mayor of Oak Forest on April 1. He's grateful to voters and ready to get started.
With longtime Mayor Hank Kuspa out, three sought to take his seat. James Hortsman appears to have gotten the win.
Donald Guisinger, James Hortsman, and Ken Keeler all want a chance to be the first new mayor of Oak Forest in nearly 20 years.
The consolidated election is April 1. Early voting is underway.
The consolidated election is April 1. Early voting begins March 17.
Trustee Jason House took 88 percent of the vote, while the soundly defeated Henyard is considering a run for higher office, reports said.
The event will be held Thursday, Feb. 20. Candidates for roles in Oak Forest and Bremen Township will be in attendance.
Homeowners will see an estimated $50 increase in the City's portion of the property tax bill.
Polls open at 6 a.m. Tuesday.
Tim Kristin submitted his letter of resignation last week, the City said.
Early voting dates, how to register and how to vote by mail.
The search for a new police chief is now underway after Scott was relieved of his duties after only 15 months on the job.
Oak Forest resident and Together We Cope Executive Director Kathryn Straniero announced Tuesday she will seek reelection.
Oak Forest officials last week approved a balanced budget that includes a slight property tax increase for residents.
The Oak Forest City Council approved the rate increase last week.
Downs is one of ten candidates running for the Moraine Valley Community College Board of Trustees in the April 4 consolidated election.
Yusuf Vidal is one of 10 candidates running for the Moraine Valley Community College Board of Trustees in the April 4 consolidated election.
Patch is providing candidate profiles for the April 4 election. Matthew Beasland is running for Forest Ridge D142 Board of Education.
Patch is providing candidate profiles for the April 4 election. Nichole Lies is running for Forest Ridge D142 Board of Education.
Eileen Kerlin-Walsh is one of ten candidates running for the Moraine Valley Community College Board of Trustees in the April 4 election.
Tracy M. Sullivan is one of 10 candidates running for two open seats on the Moraine Valley Community College Board of Trustees.
Oak Forest residents can vote ahead of Election Day, on select days.
Daniel E. Casey is one of 10 candidates running for two open seats on the Moraine Valley Community College Board of Trustees.
The increase—supplemented by reserves—will help close a budget gap. Officials said they tried to keep the increase small.
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