Oak Forest, IL|News|
3 Wounded In Separate Shootings At Dolton Bowling Alley: Police
Of those injured, 2 of them are in critical condition. Police said they are not sure if the shootings are connected
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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Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|News|
17-Year-Old Boy Missing From Clarendon Hills For Over A Month
Jalen Smith was last seen on June 11, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Park Ridge, IL|News|
Nursing Home Patient Sexually Assaulted By Employee, Police Say
Police arrested a 60-year-old Chicago man in connection with the sexual assault after a fellow nurse said she saw the incident last week.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Chicago|News|
No Mask Required For Vaccinated Students In Illinois: IDPH
Health officials said students who are fully vaccinated will not need to wear a mask when in-person learning returns this fall.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Channahon-Minooka, IL|News|
Evacuation Order Lifted In Morris, Fire Burning Out Under Cement
Officials said air quality is safe surrounding the site of the lithium battery fire, but an investigation into Superior Battery is ongoing.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Skokie, IL|News|
School District, Township Will Help Families Pay Past-Due Rent
The agreement between Niles and District 219 will lead to a $350,000 investment in the local COVID-19 relief fund to help district families.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Highland Park, IL|News|
Autohaus On Edens Pledges 5 Year Support For Community Foundation
The luxury car dealership committed $25,000 to the Highland Park Community Foundation to help fund small businesses and programs
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Yorkville, IL|News|
Wheaton Man Accused Of Putting Video Camera In Yorkville Bathroom
Clyde J. Vassar, 50, is charged with unauthorized videotaping, recording and live video transmission
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Large Police Presence After Person Flees Traffic Stop, Found
Wheaton police said the person was taken into custody without incident around 12:30 p.m.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Channahon-Minooka, IL|News|
Fire At Lithium Storage Center Still Burns, EPA Recommends Action
The fire, which started at the old paper mill, has been burning since Tuesday. Due to chemicals, firefighters can't use water to put it out
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
South Side, IL|News|
South Side Alderman Indicted On Multiple Bribery Charges
Ald. Carrie Austin (34th) and her chief of staff are accused of receiving gifts and favors from contractors in exchange for project deals.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Chicago|News|
Traffic Congestion In Chicago Dipped In 2020: See How Much
While traffic eased in the first year of the pandemic, drivers in Chicago still spent hours waiting in their cars.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Geneva, IL|News|
Kane County At 70 Percent Vaxxed, Surpassing Biden's July 4 Goal
Health officials announced Thursday that 71.9 percent of adults in the county had received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
St. Charles, IL|News|
Trilogy Lounge Closes For Good After Fatal Shooting On Property
The nightclub, which is located on Lincoln Highway, was also facing a possible suspension of its liquor license due to noise complaints
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Niles-Morton Grove, IL|News|
Negotiator Called To Help Evacuate Person Threatening Self-Harm
Niles police also called an Emergency Service Team to help persuade the person, who had a knife, to leave their home and go to a hospital
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
South Side, IL|News|
Felon Pleads Guilty To ‘Staggering’ Amount of Child Porn: Feds
Benny Butler was also convicted of impersonating a Chicago police officer and a U.S. Air Force officer in order to lure kids, police said.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Highland Park, IL|News|
Free Ride To Ravinia Concerts Through Metra Partnership
Concert tickets will get you a free ride on the Union Pacific North line, officials announced.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Decatur, IL|News|
Pritzker Aims To Cut Child Care Costs, End Labor Shortage
Under the new investments, families could pay as little as $1 a month for child care.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
Man Convicted In DUI Crash That Caused Victim Paralysis At Large
Police said Jesus Diaz-Garcia did not show up for his sentencing hearing, but he was still given prison time after being found guilty.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
Channahon-Minooka, IL|News|
Officials Were Unaware Old Paper Mill Housed Hazardous Materials
Fire officials said spray foam and water will not work to extinguish the volatile batteries and have decided to let it burn out on its own.
Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
