Oak Forest Residents To Again Pay More In City Portion Of Property Taxes

Homeowners will see an estimated $71 increase in the City's portion of their property tax bill.

Harvey Fire Department Hit With More Layoffs Amid Partial City Government Shutdown

The layoffs have caused concerns at the Harvey Fire Department, especially because wintertime typically means more fires.

IL Residents Without REAL ID To Face New Fee

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.

Pritzker Executive Order Sends $20M To IL Food Banks

Gov. JB Pritzker signed an executive order Thursday to support food banks with state funds.

Oak Forest Selects New City Administrator

The newly appointed official has more than two decades of experience serving in similar roles in other towns.

Ongoing Water Line Project Means Traffic Shifts, Delays In Oak Forest

Oak Forest residents will need to be aware of traffic shifts as work continues on a water transmission line.

Oak Forest Residents To Pay More For Water, Sewer Services

The City said the increases are to offset the impact of increases by its suppliers.

New Faces Win Seats On Arbor Park District 145 Board Of Education

Slate Parents For District 145 Change won several spots on the Arbor District 145 Board of Education. Two incumbents will also stay.

Win Was 'Hard Fought,' New Oak Forest Mayor Ready For Challenges Ahead

James Hortsman was elected the next mayor of Oak Forest on April 1. He's grateful to voters and ready to get started.

Hortsman Secures Spot As Oak Forest Mayor: 2025 Election Results

With longtime Mayor Hank Kuspa out, three sought to take his seat. James Hortsman appears to have gotten the win.

3 Contend For Oak Forest Mayoral Seat: Election 2025

Donald Guisinger, James Hortsman, and Ken Keeler all want a chance to be the first new mayor of Oak Forest in nearly 20 years.

Election 2025: Arbor Park District 145 Board Candidate Kara Fanelli

The consolidated election is April 1. Early voting is underway.

Election 2025: Arbor Park District 145 Board Candidate Popovich

The consolidated election is April 1. Early voting is underway.

Election 2025: Arbor Park District 145 Board Candidate Sarah Case

The consolidated election is April 1. Early voting is underway.

Election 2025: Arbor Park District 145 Board Candidate Christina Doege

The consolidated election is April 1. Early voting is underway.

Election 2025: Oak Forest Mayoral Candidate Kenneth Keeler

The consolidated election is April 1. Early voting begins March 17.

Election 2025: Oak Forest Mayoral Candidate James Hortsman

The consolidated election is April 1. Early voting begins March 17.

Election 2025: Oak Forest Mayoral Candidate Donald Guisinger

The consolidated election is April 1. Early voting begins March 17.

Embattled Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard Gets A Mere 12% Of Votes

Trustee Jason House took 88 percent of the vote, while the soundly defeated Henyard is considering a run for higher office, reports said.

UPDATED: More Candidates Lined Up For Gaelic Park Meet And Greet

The event will be held Thursday, Feb. 20. Candidates for roles in Oak Forest and Bremen Township will be in attendance.

Oak Forest Residents To Pay More In City Portion Of Property Taxes

Homeowners will see an estimated $50 increase in the City's portion of the property tax bill.

Oak Forest Voters Guide: Races To Watch, Election Day Voting

Polls open at 6 a.m. Tuesday.

Oak Forest City Administrator Resigns After Four Years In Role

Tim Kristin submitted his letter of resignation last week, the City said.

Oak Forest Election Guide: What’s On The Ballot, What To Know

Early voting dates, how to register and how to vote by mail.

Robbins Police Chief Out Amid Investigation Into "Unbelievable" Video, As Yet Hidden From Public View

The search for a new police chief is now underway after Scott was relieved of his duties after only 15 months on the job.

Bremen Township Supervisor To Seek Reelection, Will Lead Bremen Slate

Oak Forest resident and Together We Cope Executive Director Kathryn Straniero announced Tuesday she will seek reelection.

Property Taxes Go Up For Oak Forest Residents: City

Oak Forest officials last week approved a balanced budget that includes a slight property tax increase for residents.

Oak Forest Residents Pay More For Water Beginning May 1

The Oak Forest City Council approved the rate increase last week.

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.

Forest Ridge D142 Board Candidate Dr. Matthew Beasland: Election '23

Patch is providing candidate profiles for the April 4 election. Matthew Beasland is running for Forest Ridge D142 Board of Education.

Forest Ridge D142 Board Candidate Nichole Lies: Election '23

Patch is providing candidate profiles for the April 4 election. Nichole Lies is running for Forest Ridge D142 Board of Education.

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.

Tracy M. Sullivan, Moraine Valley Community College Board of Trustees

Tracy M. Sullivan is one of 10 candidates running for two open seats on the Moraine Valley Community College Board of Trustees.

Early Voting Begins March 20 At Oak Forest City Hall

Oak Forest residents can vote ahead of Election Day, on select days.

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.

Oak Forest Residents To See Property Tax Increase

The increase—supplemented by reserves—will help close a budget gap. Officials said they tried to keep the increase small.

Oak Forest Election Guide 2022: Polls Open Tuesday

Not sure of your polling place? Find out where to go in Oak Forest to cast your vote in the Nov. 8 election.

Oak Forest Voters Guide: 2022 General Election

Early voting is under way. Here's everything you need to know about the Nov. 8 election.

Meet and Greet Republican Candidates at Gaelic Park

Meet and Greet Republican Candidates for Statewide and Local Races

For Your Consideration for Republican Committeeman

For your consideration, Carl Ivan is running as a candidate for Republican Committeeman for Bremen Township’s June 28th election.

Reason's to Vote Early

If you’re not “Voting Early”, what’s your excuse not to vote on Election Day?

New Oak Forest 2nd Ward Alderman Chosen To Replace Late Rich Simon

Joe McCarthy, an Oak Forest resident for nearly 50 years, will take over Simon's seat until 2025. Simon died on May 4.

Midlothian Breaks Ground On New Police Station

Officials invited residents to the groundbreaking ceremony at Claire Boulevard and Pulaski Road Friday evening.

Candidates, Questions and a Straw Poll

Need info on Republicans running for office? Attend BTRO Meeting on May 17th, Tinley VFW @7pm. More info at fb.me/BTRORepublicians.

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.

Patch's 2020 Illinois Primary Voters Guide For Cook County

Everything you need to know to vote in the March 17 Illinois primary, including online registration, early voting, candidate guides and more

Repeat Self-Avowed Nazi Candidate Art Jones Annoys Illinois GOP

Eight people challenging self-avowed, neo-Nazi Art Jones' petitions to run in the Illinois GOP congressional primary.