Oak Forest, IL|News|
Wanted Man Turned Over to Cops: Midlothian Police Blotter
Midlothian police reports, Feb. 12–13.
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
- Mokena, IL
Jeff Graveline is a contributor to Patch. Previously, he worked at 22nd Century Media.
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Tinley Park, IL|News|
Cocky Driver Refuses Breath Test: 'I'll Blow That Machine Off the Table'
A 45-year-old Tinley Park man facing a DUI charge Feb 10 bragged to officers that 'I know guys you work with, and this will be gone in the morning.'
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Man Transporting Meth Bong Says Drugs Aren't His: Oak Forest Police Blotter
Oak Forest police reports, Feb. 15–16.
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Tinley Park, IL|News|
Car Break-In Only Results in Tossed Papers: Police Blotter
Tinley Park police reports, Feb. 12-14 • Parked car goes missing the next day • iPhone taken from health club locker room.
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Tinley Park, IL|News|
Mug Shot Monday: Feb. 18
The accompanying photos were taken at the Tinley Park Police Department between Feb. 9-14.
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
St. Damian School Rocks Its Own Lip Dub Video
St. Dmaina School students, faculty and staff filmed a 22-minute lip dub video that features singing, dancing and fun. The video was inspired by similar videos, including Oak Forest High School's from earlier this year.
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
What Should Go Here? End Space in Cicero Avenue Strip Mall
Located between 159th Street and 167th Street, this business location sees plenty of traffic and could be a great location for a future business. Patch wants to know, what should go here?
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Girls Wrestling Team Looks for Opportunities, Expansion
The Illinois Girls Wrestling Team recently began competing and practicing in the Southland area. The team is coached and organized by Oak Forest resident Mike Houston and is one of the only all-girl wrestling organizations in the state.
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Last Chance for Financial Tips at the Library
The Acorn Public Library will host a 'Money Smart Financial Education, Financial Recovery,' workshop on Saturday, Feb. 23. The event is free to attend.
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Battery, Burglary and More: Midlothian Warrants
There are warrants out for the arrest of more than 80 accused criminals in Midlothian. Today, Patch spotlights a few.
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
ARREST WARRANTS: Wanted in Oak Forest
There are warrants out for the arrest of more 60 accused criminals in Oak Forest. Today, Patch spotlights a few.
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
What's Hot From Redbox: Feb. 9–16
Check out what's dropping out of Redbox kiosks in Oak Forest most this week.
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
One Teen Charged in ABC Wireless Burglary
A Robbins teenager, one of two suspects arrested early Wednesday morning after a burglary and standoff at ABC Wireless in Midlothian, is being held without bail following the crime. Charges against the second suspect are expected, Sun-Times Media report
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Palos, IL|News|
Senior Property Tax Break Deadline Extended
The Cook County Assessor's Office extended the senior property tax exemption deadline two weeks, from Wednesday, Feb. 6, to Wednesday, Feb. 20. The exemptions are for residents 65 and over.
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Bridal Boutique to Unveil Latest Fashions, Trends at Gaelic Park
Gaelic Park, 6119 W. 147th Street, will host a Bridal Boutique on Sunday, Feb. 17, from noon to 3:30 p.m. The event will feature 45 vendors showcasing the latest and greatest in wedding fashion, ideas and accessories. Tickets are $5 at the door.
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Tinley Park, IL|News|
Mayoral Candidate's FOIA Requests Adding Up for Village
Village Cleark Pat Rea released a report during the TInley Park village board meeting that detailed mayoral candidate Steve Eberhardt's $18,000 of Freedom of Information Act requests in the last 13 months, including $9,000 in the last month alone,
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Lacrosse Group Still Pushing to Play in D228
District 228 administration still hasn't signed an emerging sports letter for lacrosse, which would allow the Oak Forest Fury, a high school club team made up of area students, to compete against other schools.
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Passenger Busted with Drugs Bursting from His Fly: Oak Forest Police Blotter
Oak Forest police reports, Feb. 10–13.
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Cell Phone Store Standoff Ends in Arrests
Two juvenile males are in Midlothian police custody after a burglary and five-hour standoff at ABC Wireless, 3328 W. 147th Street. Charges against the two are still pending as police investigate.
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Tinley Park, IL|News|
Mug Shot Gallery, Feb. 14
The accompanying photos were taken at the Tinley Park Police Department between Feb 1-8.
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
