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Chicago Heights Mayor David Gonzalez may have challengers for his seat, but he's unfazed. "I have delivered results for residents," he said.
Frustrated about the branches in your yard? Flossmoor is about to make your day -- free collection starts in April.
A boy and his dog: Oak Forest's Josh Slaviero is raising money for the Homer Glen animal shelter where he adopted his beloved pup.
Orland Park's students will be showcasing their talents in a special pop-up art show next month at Sandburg.
A review of One Tinley Park's campaign finances shows its cash is close to CCTP's and -- so far -- comes from Glotz, unions and candidates.
Arthur Wiggins, Jr., may not yet be a household Chicago Heights name, but he wants you to know he'll fight for you if he's elected mayor.
Movements to abolish the electoral college picked up after Trump won the 2016 election. The League of Women Voters wants your thoughts.
The Tinley Park-Park District is looking to hire a landscape specialist. It is a full-time position.
The city will be conducting a controlled burn around Lake Emily in the Landings subdivision Tuesday from about 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Chicago Heights is no stranger to political tricks and high jinks, and the Brassea-Amadio race in the 5th Ward is the one to watch.
Learn more about Flossmoor's Oliv Blu's message of authenticity before she heads to the Battle Rounds on The Voice.
Don't be alarmed at the police presence on Cicero today. Oak Forest police say they are only training. Expect it to clear up around 4 p.m.
Oak Forest's Animal Control staff offer their picks on the best places where you can bring your dog this summer.
The days of freewheeling shopping carts in Homewood may be over. A new law is pushing store owners to find ways to curb their stray carts.
Tinley's mayor Vandenberg said that with so few members at the meeting, the village risked violating open meeting laws.
Sick board members were a reason why Tinley canceled its board meeting Tuesday. But the 'flu' may have hit others mired in political antics.
A least a dozen south suburban priests had been accused of sexual abuse, and the public may not have known, a new report shows.
Lollapalooza, Black Keys, Luis Miguel and the summer's hottest acts are coming to Chicago. Get your tickets and 10% off right here at Patch.
The Crisis Center for South Suburbia is offering free CE training on domestic violence awareness for cosmetologists and others in the field.
Thinking about moving to Tinley or want to know more about what your community has to offer? The expo may have what you're looking for.
