🌱 Patch AM: Why an Oak Forest gun instructor is warning licensed carriers now

Spotted on the Oak Forest calendar: Tis the season!

Arrests Made In Teen's 'Tragic And Sickening' Murder, 'Disgustingly' A Case Of Mistaken Identity: Village

Two adults and a teen have been arrested in connection with the Aug. 2 shooting death of a South Holland teen, authorities said.

🌱 Patch AM: Oak Forest Raiders Queen of Hearts and 10 more events

Spotted on the Oak Forest calendar: Tis the season!

🌱 Patch AM: How much more will Oak Forest homeowners pay in 2025 taxes?

You won’t want to miss Sports Cards and More Show & Toy Drive for Silver Cross 9 am - 2 pm + Santa Visits 10 am - 11 am on the Oak Forest…

🌱 Patch AM: Oak Forest Residents To Again Pay More In City Portion Of Property Taxes

Be sure to catch Ho Ho Holiday Trolley Bar Crawl on the Oak Forest Patch calendar

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.

🌱 Patch AM: 1 Injured, Residents Displaced In Overnight Apartment Fire: Oak Forest Fire Department

You won’t want to miss CAMERATA CHICAGO PRESENTS: A HANDEL'S CHRISTMAS CONCERT for the Whole Family! on the Oak Forest Patch calendar

Op-Ed: Oak Forest Firefighters Are Stretched Thin. Tier 2 Fix Needed to Keep Ranks Strong

Oak Forest faces the same statewide challenges recruiting and retaining firefighters who safeguard our community.

1 Injured, Residents Displaced In Overnight Apartment Fire: Oak Forest Fire Department

One person suffered minor first-degree burns in the fire at 158th and Terrace Drive.

🌱 Patch AM: Mingle & Jingle Holiday Party and 12 more events

Also check out CAMERATA CHICAGO PRESENTS: A HANDEL'S CHRISTMAS CONCERT for the Whole Family! on the Oak Forest Patch calendar

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.

🌱 Patch AM: Mingle & Jingle Holiday Party and 13 more events

Coming up on the Oak Forest Patch calendar: CAMERATA CHICAGO PRESENTS: A HANDEL'S CHRISTMAS CONCERT for the Whole Family!

Highly Contagious Norovirus Spreading Rapidly In IL: What To Know

Nicknamed "winter vomiting disease," it has sparked warnings from health experts ahead of the holidays.

'Up To The Challenge': Oak Forest Culver's Owner Proud To Be In Top 5 Again

The Bremen D228 grad is excited for his team, selected among the top 5 of 1,000 Culver's locations in the country, and vying for $100K.

Woman Hit, Killed By Bus | 'Superhero' Cop Dies | $550K Payout For Fired Cop | Search For Man Ongoing

ALSO: Barricade arrest | Contractor charged with fraud | 'Just a fun ride' for football team, fans | Honor Flight memories | Yuletide bazaar

'Just A Fun Ride': Oak Forest HS Reflects On Football Team's Remarkable Season

"Kudos to our kids," the coach said of the Bengals' loss to the Celtics. "They fought as hard as they could until the end."

Missing Woman, 65, Found Dead At Rail Yard: Police

The woman had been missing nearly three weeks, Country Club Hills Police said.

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.

Longtime Leader Of Oak Forest EMA Remembered For Service, Dedication To Crisis Management: City

Bob Small was appointed head of the Emergency Services and Disaster Agency shortly after its formation in the 1970s, the City said.

Where To Cut, Buy Your Own Fresh Christmas Tree In, Near Oak Forest

Do you buy a real tree, or keep things artificial? Or both?

Jewel-Osco, Pete's Market, CVS: Thanksgiving 2025 Grocery Store Hours In, Near Oak Forest

Find out when you can pick up those last-minute Thanksgiving 2025 staples from Jewel-Osco, Meijer, CVS, or Pete's Market.

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Chicago Announces $2,000 Giving Tuesday Match

Give Hope a Home. Because Everyone Deserves One.

Extradition Hearing Set For "Slender Man" Stabber Morgan Geyser After Escaping Wisconsin Group Home, Arrest In Illinois

Morgan Geyser, 23, was expected to appear for an extradition hearing in Cook County on Tuesday after her arrest in Posen, Illinois.

Oak Forest 'Church Ladies' Hold Pop-Up Pierogi Sale Ahead Of Christmas

The "Church Ladies Test Kitchen" of Lutheran Church of the Resurrection will hold a one-day sale on Saturday, Dec. 13.

'Slender Man' Stabbing Attacker Captured In IL After Escaping From Group Home: Police

Morgan Geyser, now 23, told police in Illinois she had "done something really bad," and that they could "just Google" her, officials said.

'Anything To Help Our Son': Oak Forest Family Needs To Find Living Liver Donor For Teen

The 18-year-old still needs to find his match in a living liver donor. Find out how to help.

Meth Lab Sickens 8 | 21 Years For Crash That Killed Siblings | Team Makes History: 'Go Get Another Win'

PLUS: Teen's perfect score | Alderman dies | Pierogi sale | K9 cop's body armor | Turkey Trot signup | Free microchipping | Signing Day

Oak Forest 'Church Ladies' Ready With Your Pierogi For Thanksgiving, Christmas Dinners

No pre-orders! It's first come, first served on sale dates in November.

🥟✨ Pierogi Sale this weekend! ✨🥟

Homemade pierogi are back

History Made: Oak Forest HS Football Advances To Semifinals For First Time Since 2008

The team's 12-1 season brings them to a semifinal showdown with Providence Catholic High School on Saturday, Nov. 22.

Girl Groped At Gas Station | Car Slams Into House | Woman Still Missing | Chest-Bumped Over Pizza

ALSO: Who has $200K ticket? | $235K lost | Arrest after loud party | Fall arts & crafts show | Restaurant closing | Fire district toy drive

Man, 62, Arrested After Groping Girl At Oak Forest Gas Station: Police

The Markham man was arrested at the scene of the Nov. 3 incident, police said Monday.

Missing Woman, 65, Has History Of Getting Lost, Got Off Pace Bus Minutes After Getting On: PD

A woman reported missing Nov. 8 was at a Walmart, then got on a Pace bus for a short distance before she was last seen.

Mega Millions Jackpot Grows To $965M For Friday’s Drawing: What To Know In IL

The massive jackpot, worth $445.3 million in cash, grew after no one matched all six numbers in Tuesday's drawing.

'Mr. Oak Forest Bowl' Retires After 55 Years In The Bowling Business: 'It Was Practically In His DNA'

For decades, Chuck Cahill and family celebrated all their milestones at the beloved bowling alley, where he even met his wife.

Woman, 65, Missing For Nearly A Week: Country Club Hills Police

The woman was last seen Nov. 8 at 172nd and Pulaski, police said.

Transitional Employment Program Students Share Creativity and Kindness with District Staff

“This project is such a wonderful example of how creativity and kindness can come together to make a lasting impact.”

Battling Bald Eagles Fall From Sky | Trump Pardons Pastor | Country Club Shuttered | Driver Who Hit HS Cited

ALSO: Kidnapping, sex assault arrest | Loaded gun stolen from unlocked car | Plan for students ahead of college closing | Road rage ramming

Oak Forest's Jolly Jamboree Set To Kick Off 2025 Holiday Season

Oak Forest's Jolly Jamboree is set for Saturday, Dec. 6.

Delta Academy Honors Culture and Remembrance with Día de los Muertos Ofrenda

Through cultural celebrations like this, students not only honor their own heritage but also learn about the traditions of their peers.