Oak Forest, IL|News|
2 Catalytic Converters Stolen In 1 Night Amidst Wave Of Thefts
Police said both incidents took place Jan. 6, a few days before converters were stolen in mass in Downers Grove and Northbrook.
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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Chicago Heights, IL|News|
3 Checks Stolen From Dropboxes, Altered: Chicago Heights Police
Chicago Heights police said they are looking into the reports after similar mail theft investigations occurred in Glenwood and New Lenox.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Library To Host Discussion On Disappearance Of Amelia Earhart
Residents are invited to listen and explore theories of what happened to the famous female airplane pilot during her final flight.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Tinley Park, IL|News|
Tinley Park District Sees Rise In Membership After Vax Mandate
Officials said only 5 withdrew their memberships after the board announced it would check vaccine cards, despite many online being opposed.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Man On Federal Probation Burglarizes Cars In Orland Mall: Police
Police said Erik C. Baez stole a purse and a phone from 2 separate cars Sunday afternoon outside of Orland Square Mall.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Tinley Park, IL|News|
Boy Scout Selling Memorial Bricks For Eagle Scout Project
The scout is working to honor military members and veterans by building a walkway and place to sit outside St. Julie Billiart.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Chicago Heights, IL|News|
City Could Replace Majority Of Vehicles Through New Program
City council is considering using Enterprise Leasing to own city vehicles for a shorter time to get better gas mileage and resale value.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
1 Dead After Drunk Driver Drove Wrong Way Down I-57, Police Said
The man, 30, was pronounced dead at the scene early Saturday morning. The driver of the other car was cited for drunk driving, police said.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
Man Charged In Homewood, Bolingbrook Bank Robberies: Feds
Federal authorities said Antonio Collins, a 26-year-old from North Riverside, is facing charges in connection to the 2 robberies.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Man Steals Car After Victim Left Keys In Men's Locker Room: Cops
According to police, a 22-year-old Flossmoor man turned himself into police just hours after stealing a man's car from Lifetime Fitness.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Oak Forest 2022 Fleadh Festival: What To Know So Far
The city's 13th annual Fleadh celebration will take place March 5 and will include a parade, 5K and more, officials told Patch.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
2 Men, 1 On Parole And 1 Out On Bond, Rob Man Outside Mall: OPD
Police said Joseph McCoy and Jeremy Hill hit and robbed a man outside Orland Square Mall and were found and arrested 2 hours later.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
Woman Had Stun Gun In Custody, Man Showed Gun During Fight: Cops
Police said 2 people were arrested in connection with weapons charges last month in the Homewood-Flossmoor area.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Orland Park Library Hosts Bestselling Author For Talk
Alka Joshi recently sold her book The Henna Artist to Netflix who will make the trilogy into a TV series, library staff told Patch.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
HF School Districts Weigh Closings, Remote Learning Amidst COVID
Districts 153, 233 and 161 are each responding to rising COVID-19 cases in different ways, but all told Patch the situation remains in flux.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Mayor Says No Vax Mandate | Olympic Hockey | Jewel Thief Caught
PLUS: Upcoming coat drive, funeral service for Chicago firefighter, local olympians and more.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Tinley Park, IL|News|
Tinley Park Burger King Robbed, Employees Hid Key Under Garbage
Police told Patch around $700 was taken from the store's cash register on Dec. 19. Employees told officers they hid the key before closing.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Man Arrested In Connection To Several Jewelry Store Thefts: Cops
Orland Park police said Aaron Hicks would go into jewelry stores many times and ask questions before asking to hold an item and running away
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Betty White Movie Coming To Orland Park On Her 100th Birthday
The documentary, "Betty White: A Celebration," will be screened in Orland Park on Jan. 17 — which would have been her 100th birthday.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Chicago Heights, IL|News|
Prairie State Community College Operates Remote For Week
Officials said the move was out of caution due to the rise in COVID-19 cases in the south suburbs. Students don't start class until Jan. 18.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
