Tinley Park|News|
Don't Get Caught: Last Day For Tinley Stickers Is June 30
Avoid a ticket and get your Tinley Park vehicle sticker by June 30.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
- Tinley Park, IL
Email me at erika.hobbs@patch.com.
I'm a Chicagoland native who spent time up and down the East Coast and overseas a bit to tell stories about water, corruption, politics, poverty, schools -- and people whose narratives still tug at my heart today.
I'm dedicated to telling stories here at home, in our communities, where they matter.
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Tinley Park|News|
Tinley Is Looking For Artists To Decorate 'Musical Chairs'
The Village of Tinley Park is looking for artists to decorate plain chairs for its Musical Chairs public art program.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Tinley Park|News|
Tinley Approves Video Gambling Licenses For 3 Restaurants
Pop’s Italian Beef & Sausage, Primal Cut Steakhouse, and the new Union Bar & Grill all will be able to offer video gambling.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Oak Forest 8th Grader Nearly Doubles Goal For Low-Kill Shelter
Oak Forest 8th grader Josh Slaviero raised money for TLC Animal Shelter for a service project -- and nearly doubled his gift to them.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Cincinnati Reds Pick Up Orland Park Catcher Matt McCormick
The Reds this week picked up left-handed slugger and catcher Matt McCormick, a St. Laurence graduate.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Chicago Heights, IL|News|
Park Forest Police Rescue Squad Car From 3-Foot Snake
It takes a brave person to pull a 3-foot snake from a car engine. Apparently, Park Forest Police Chief Chris Mannino is the man to do it.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Centennial School Walkathon Raises $3,753 For Charity
Centennial's students raised thousands of dollars during their annual walkathon for a group that supports kids with cancer.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
Homewood Artisan Street Fair 2019: What To Know Before You Go
Don't miss the ever-popular 2019 Homewood Artisan Street Fair, now in its 12th year, on Friday and Saturday.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Tinley Park|News|
Tinley Plans Push For Racino On Mental Health Center Site
Tinley is throwing its hat in the ring for a racino. Building senior housing on the mental health center site is no longer on the table.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
U.S. Bank Is Closing 21 Branches Across Chicago Suburbs
U.S. Bank is closing 21 branches, including those in Orland, Flossmoor and Evergreen Park. See if your location made the list.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Chicago Heights, IL|News|
Pritzker's Budget Funds Roadwork For South Suburban Airport
Money set aside in the state budget Pritzker is expected to sign Wednesday signals that a south suburban airport may be on its way.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Chicago Heights, IL|News|
Dist. 206 Seniors' Bragging Points: How Your School Stacks Up
Full rides. College credit. Coveted universities. Dist. 206's seniors had plenty to brag about this year. See how your school compares.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Tinley Park|News|
Are Oak Park Ave.'s Manhole Covers Too High? Tinley's Got Answers
Readers asked about Tinley's manhole covers, saying they were too high, and wondered who paid for them. Officials have the answers for you.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Tinley Park|News|
Tinley Racino Would Be A 'Boon,' But No Proposals Filed: Official
A Tinley official said a racino would be a "boon," but said it's too early to tell what will happen. Public input will be key, he promised.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Orland Stops Mayor, Trustees From Buying Time In State Pension
Orland trustees repealed a move that permits eligible elected officials to buy back more than 50 months of service into the state pension.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Chicago Heights, IL|News|
State Offers Summer Meals For Kids Across South Suburbs
About 1 in 6 kid in Cook County are at risk of going hungry. Find free summer meals and snacks for your kids in the south suburbs.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Orland Fire District Hosts June Forum On Senior Living Centers
OFPD hosts a Coffee & Conversation forum June 27 on understanding senior living centers and seniors' real estate options.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
Winning Lucky Day Lottery Ticket Sold In Glenwood
If you recently purchased a Lucky Day Lotto ticket in Glenwood, check it! You may be splitting a pot worth $400,000.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
Should Gambling Come To Bloom Township?
Tinley might be favored, but a new law could bring horse racing and a casino to the Bloom Township area.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Chicago Heights, IL|News|
Should Gambling Come To Bloom Township?
Tinley might be favored, but a new law could bring horse racing and a casino to the Bloom Township area.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff