Jeff Graveline is a contributor to Patch. Previously, he worked at 22nd Century Media.
After residents voted in November in favor of seeking lower electricity rates, the city is ready for bids from competing companies. The City will review the options before deciding on the best rate.
A Midlothian woman watching her daughter's two pit bulls was bitten on the hand and the back of her leg on Saturday, March 2. The woman underwent surgery on her hand on March 4 at an area hospital. At least one of the dogs was euthanized.
Miller Lite will offer a free ride program from 3 to 8 p.m., Sunday, March 10, around downtown Tinley Park. The program will make seven stops along its route, stopping at local restaurants and pubs.
Several area schools have announced closings for Tuesday, March 5. Stay tuned for updates as more information becomes available.
Nearly 400 dead or dying Ash trees were removed from Chicago Heights since January 1 of this year, during phase 1 of the city's tree removal plan. Planning is already underway for phase 2.
Miller Lite Free Rides will be offered from noon to 5 p.m. during the Oak Forest Fleadh. The free transportation will make 10 stops on its route, including the Oak Forest Metra Station and all 9 bars and restaurants participating in the Fleadh's op
Oak Forest police reports, Feb. 28–March 2.
Tinley Park police reports, Feb. 28–March 3.
On March 9, Oak Forest police dispatcher Amy Henion will shave her entire head as part of a St. Baldrick's event at Gaelic Park. Henion has raised more than $600 for the event so far.
Each day leading up to the Fleadh, Patch will feature a business participating in the Fleadh's Pub and Restaurant Open House Saturday, March 9.
The accompanying photos were taken at the Tinley Park Police Department between Feb. 9-14.
The Oak Forest Commons is a prime location, where businesses could thrive. But, there are several open spots, waiting for businesses to step in to the space. Today, Patch looks at one of those spaces.
Each day leading up to the Fleadh, Patch will feature a business participating in the Fleadh's Pub and Restaurant Open House Saturday, March 9.
There are warrants out for the arrest of more than 80 accused criminals in Midlothian. Today, Patch spotlights a few.
Each day leading up to the Fleadh, Patch will feature a business participating in the Fleadh's Pub and Restaurant Open House Saturday, March 9.
Check out what's dropping out of Redbox kiosks in Oak Forest most this week.
There are warrants out for the arrest of more 60 accused criminals in Oak Forest. Today, Patch spotlights a few.
Each day leading up to the Fleadh, Patch will feature a business participating in the Fleadh's Pub and Restaurant Open House Saturday, March 9.
Midlothian police reports, Feb. 22–23.
Each day leading up to the Fleadh, Patch will feature a business participating in the Fleadh's Pub and Restaurant Open House Saturday, March 9.
