Chicago Heights, IL|News|
Chicago Heights Woman Found Guilty In $2.1 Million Tax Fraud Case
Tanisha Bledsoe told prosecutors she helped file about 540 fake tax returns from 2015-16, federal officials said.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
- Chicago, IL
Covering Orland Park, Tinley Park, Chicago Heights, Oak Forest and Homewood-Flossmoor for Patch. I'll bring you the most essential stories from the southwest suburbs. Graduate of Loyola University Chicago. Got a question, comment or tip? I'm all ears: eileen.ogorman@patch.com
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Orland Park, IL|News|
Middle Eastern Restaurant Opens 1st U.S. Location In Orland Park
Hashem Restaurant, based in Jordan, opened for a soft launch on Jan. 17 and serves authentic classics and other favorites.
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Chicago Heights, IL|News|
Longtime, Beloved Chicago Heights Dispatcher Dies: Police
The Chicago Heights Police Department joined friends and colleagues in mourning Diana Carr, who worked at the department for 24 years.
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Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
Homewood Police Crack Down On Speeding With Special Patrol Detail
The new task force will not only patrol high-speed zones but also work as an educational group to warn drivers of speed-related crashes.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Tinley Park, IL|News|
Hotel Employee Stole $1,700 From Guest, 2nd May Be Involved: Cops
Police arrested a 27-year-old Woodspring Suites employee and are investigating a second employee in connection to the robbery.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Lane Closures Start Thursday For Orland Park Intersection
Village officials said the project at 143rd Street and John Humphrey Drive will modernize the intersection with new signals and lanes.
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Orland Park, IL|News|
Orland Park Mayor, Congressional Candidate Scores Key Endorsement
Mayor Keith Pekau recently touted endorsements from former state Rep. Jeanne Ives and famed former Secret Service Agent Tim McCarthy.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Tinley Park, IL|News|
Draw On Windows Of Memory Loss Center To Inspire Patients: Rep
The Porter Place, a care community for people with Alzheimer's and dementia, is inviting residents to color and decorate its windows.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Tinley Park, IL|News|
Tinley Park Dentist Filed $1.2 Million In Fake Dental Loans: Feds
Feds say Michael Egan, of Orland Park, worked with patients to file requests for medical loans for dental procedures he never performed.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Chicago Heights, IL|News|
Chicago Heights City Council Accepts $15,000 Grant For New Trees
The grant was awarded through the Morton Arboretum, but stipulates the city will have to pass a tree protection ordinance beforehand.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
Harvey Band Director Wins National Award For Jazz Educators
Roosevelt Griffin, a south suburban native, owns a music consulting store in Harvey and teaches music at elementary and college level.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Tinley Park, IL|News|
Tinley Park Seeks New Vendors For 25th Anniversary Farmers Market
According to market organizers, the summer event is looking to focus on food and plant vendors for the popular suburban destination.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
Man Stole Homewood Squad Car, Crashed It In Chicago Heights: HPD
Police arrested a 40-year-old man Monday night after they said he stole a police vehicle and drove it all the way to Chicago Heights.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Tinley Park, IL|News|
Golfers Can Stay In The Swing Of Things At Tinley Park Golf Show
The show will take place Feb. 4 - 6 at the Tinley Park Convention Center with an opportunity for cash prizes and demos.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Oak Forest Forms Christmas Decoration Committee After Criticism
The green and white snowflake lights are often mistaken for seahorses or pineapples, according to residents.
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Tinley Park, IL|News|
$2 Subs For Charity At Jersey Mike's Tinley Park Grand Opening
Starting Wednesday, Jan 26 and going through the weekend, customers can elect to donate to Tinley Park charities in exchange for a sub.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Liz Gorman To Run For Former 17th District Seat In Cook County
Gorman held the Cook County Board of Commissioners seat from 2002-2015 and now will run against Sean Morrison, whom she once supported.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
Gopuff, A Convenience Store Delivery Service, Comes To Homewood
According to village officials, the delivery-only service will operate from the old Family Video on Dixie Highway and 183rd Street.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Chicago Heights, IL|News|
Chicago Heights DMV Reopens Over A Year After Fire Closed It
Damage from a trash fire which spread to the building during 2020 protests of George Floyd's death was supposed to be repaired in a month.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Tinley Park, IL|News|
18-Year-Old Carjacker | Minivan Rams Squad Cars | New Local Mead
PLUS: No Charges In Reported Attempted Carjacking, Lifesaving Awards Presented To Good Samaritan, Police Officers, More COVID Testing.
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