South Side, IL|News|
72-Year-Old Man Shot With Paintball Gun In Argument Over Parking
2 weeks ago a pregnant woman was injured in one of 3 paintball attacks that took place in Wicker Park, police 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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South Side, IL|News|
2 Men, Both 21, Dead After Shooting On Stevenson Expressway
Illinois State Police closed down a portion of Interstate 55 for 5 hours to investigate a fatal shooting and car crash.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Skokie, IL|News|
McCormick Boulevard Open After Gas Main Break Wednesday: Police
The road is open after drivers were told to avoid southbound McCormick Boulevard from Dempster to Main streets while Nicor was on the scene.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Buffalo Grove, IL|News|
Car Stuck On Metra Tracks Causes 'Extensive Delays': Officials
No injuries were reported after the car stopped moving on the tracks near Prairie View Metra station Wednesday morning.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
I-55 Tractor-Trailer Crash Causes Traffic Starting At Weber: ISP
State Police said a crash involving a semi-truck is blocking the center lane of Interstate 55 at Lemont Road with traffic at Weber Road.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
Car Drove Into Retention Pond On Butterfield Road, Police Say
No injuries were reported Tuesday evening after a vehicle ended up in the pond on Butterfield Road and DuPage Parkway, officials said.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
South Side, IL|News|
Obamas Break Ground At Presidential Center In Jackson Park
Former President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama joined students and city leaders to begin construction on the South Side site.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Channahon-Minooka, IL|News|
Interchange Ramps Closed Tuesday Night To Next Morning: Officials
All ramps at the Interstate 55 and U.S. Route 6 interchange will be closed from Tuesday night to Wednesday morning, village officials said.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Oak Brook, IL|News|
17-Year-Old Dead After Car Crashes, Catches Fire On Route 83
The early Tuesday morning crash is under investigation by the Major Crash Reconstruction Team, police said.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Chicago|News|
Woman Dead, Man And Infant Seriously Injured Following Crash
Officials said a Chrysler 300 ran a red light on Racine Avenue, hitting another car and striking a woman before crashing Tuesday morning.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
West Side, IL|News|
Ruse Burglaries Target Elderly Residents On West Side: Police
Police released a description of three men they believe are posing as electric company officials to gain access to homes in order to steal.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
West Side, IL|News|
Delivery Driver Fatally Shot While Delivering Food Monday
The man, 57, was in a parked car Monday evening on the Near West Side when someone approached him and shot him in the chest, police said.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
St. Charles, IL|News|
School Workers File Lawsuit Against District Over Vaccine Mandate
Four employees from the St. Charles and Geneva districts filed a restraining order against the schools, arguing they cannot force a vaccine.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Boy, 8, Killed In Shooting Meant For Older Brother: Police
Demetrius Stevenson was playing in the front yard of his Markham home Monday evening when someone stepped out of a car and fired, police say
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|News|
Attempt At Largest Dog Wedding Raises Money, Doesn't Break Record
The latest try to break the Guinness World Record for the largest dog wedding ceremony was 18 pooches short but still raised thousands.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Chicago|News|
Indiana Dunes Beaches Closed After U.S. Steel Spills Substance
The National Parks Service have closed all beaches along the Indiana Dunes until further notice after a rust-colored substance was spotted.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
1 Injured, Truck Spills Load Of Gravel After Crash Monday: ISP
Illinois State Police said 1 person was taken the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries and lanes were closed for about 3 hours.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Chicago|News|
'Eric In The Morning' Host Coerced Sexual Favors: Ex-WTMX Staffer
Eric Ferguson, the host of WTMX-FM's Eric in the Morning show is being sued by a former production assistant Cynthia DeNicolo.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Missing 80-Year-Old Man Could Be In Danger, Lombard Police Say
Ronald Nelson has a condition that puts him in danger, state police and Lombard police said Sunday.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
South Side, IL|News|
Man Accused Of Shooting Officer In Incident That Killed Teen: CPD
Aaron Jenkins, 26, is facing 2 counts of attempted murder after police said he shot a CPD officer in the leg over the weekend.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
