Chicago Heights, IL|News|
Humane Society Seeks Foster, Hospice Help For 'Harvey 9' Dogs
The Humane Society is looking for help with 9 sick dogs from Harvey who were neglected after their owner entered hospice care.
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.
I'm an auntie and a yogini, and -- please -- ask me about my cats. Anytime.
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Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
H-F Student Wins Bank Of America Award For Community Service
Maya Harrell of Flossmoor has held school-supply drives, tutored English and even helped girls of color get good beauty services for prom.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Oak Forest Potholes: How The City Chooses Which Get Fixed
A reader asked about how to get potholes on her Oak Forest street fixed. We asked city officials their plans — and have them here for you.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Traffic Pattern Changes Coming To Cicero In Oak Forest
Heads up on traffic-pattern changes coming to Cicero Avenue next week. IDOT is wrapping up a culvert project there.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Chicago Heights, IL|News|
Anti-Racism Prayer Walk Aims To Bring Latinos 'Out Of Hiding'
St. Paul Catholic Church and Comunidad En Acción hold an anti-racism prayer walk in Chicago Heights Friday night.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Tinley Park|News|
How To Apply For Tinley's New Garbage Bill Discounts
Tinley's seniors and some disabled veterans will receive new discounts on garbage bills beginning Oct. 1. Here's how to apply.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Midlothian Man Charged In Oak Forest Car Burglaries
Oak Forest police arrested Jeremy Brown-Elliot, 19, of Midlothian, Aug. 18 on car burglary charges.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Region's First Co-Working Space Opens In Oak Forest
The Oak Forest Executive Center offers shared workspace options for freelancers and small business.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Tinley Park|News|
Tinley Park Honors Good Samaritan Kids
Dean, Drew and Gwen Forst didn't hesitate to help an injured neighbor. Tinley Park officials honored them this week for their selflessness.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
Forgot School Bus Laws? Homewood Police's Video Will Remind You
If a school bus stops on a 2-way road, what should drivers do? Forgot? Homewood police's video will help you remember and avoid a ticket.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Find The House Of Your Dreams At SSHBA Tour Of Homes
This year's ever-popular SSHBA Tour Of Homes is set for September. Maybe you'll find the home of your dreams!
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Chicago Heights, IL|News|
Three Firefighters Hurt At Chicago Heights Glass Factory Fire
Two firefighters were treated and released. A third was kept for observation after they battled a fire Tuesday at a Heights glass factory.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Tinley Park|News|
New Christmas Decorations Coming To Tinley Park
New Christmas decorations are coming to Tinley Park, from illuminated snowflakes to a light-up fountain display.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Chicago Heights, IL|News|
South Chicago Heights Police Promote Three Officers
Two veteran officers and a 6-year member of the South Chicago Heights police department were promoted Monday night.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Orland Trustees Award $1 M Fernway Contract After Heated Debate
Orland trustees awarded Austin Tyler a $1 million contract Monday night as tensions rose high about the village's bidding practices.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Red Light Camera Coming To 159th Street In Orland
A red light camera is coming to the intersection of 159th and 94th Avenue, one of the top crash sites in Orland Park.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Orland Park's Interim Asst. Manager Joe Mitchell Steps Down
The Village gave Asst. Village Manager Joe Mitchell the dubious distinction of "master of the realm" as he makes room for his replacement.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
New Field Houses Dazzle Bremen District 228: Slideshow
Missed the Bremen Dist. 228 tour of the new field houses? Check out the gems that just opened up on all four high school campuses.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Chicago Heights, IL|News|
Humane Society Finds 98 Pets Homes At Clear The Shelter Event
The South Suburban Humane Society found 98 forever homes for cats and dogs at last week's Clear The Shelter Event.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
One Man Shot, Dolton Officer Injured During Armed Robbery
One man was shot and a Dolton police officer injured in a shootout after an armed robbery Monday afternoon.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
