Jeff Graveline is a contributor to Patch. Previously, he worked at 22nd Century Media.
After Gov. Pat Quinn eliminated $11 million from the state's budget, regional superintendents, including Will County's Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant, are left without pay and unanswered questions about the future of the position.
Ben Nelson from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, offers tips on how to handle run-ins with coyotes, foxes, skunks and raccoons in Oak Forest.
Every week Patch will head out into the community and get to know a person of interest.
Matthew Wienke is sworn in as a firefighter during Tuesday's council meeting, and Public Works Director Troy Ishler provides information on an infrastructure grant.
The district's three principals discussed the findings from 2010-11 student, parent and faculty surveys at Monday's board meeting.
Tingley talks about his background, his approach to his new job and the budget challenges he faces.
Ashley Horvath took part in the Shedd Aquarium's High School Marine Biology program in July, which included an 8-day research trip to the islands.
Tinley Park police said burglars stole several sets of keys from a local residence.
Tinley Park police arrested a couple this week who they said were shoplifting from Super Kmart.
But Superintendent Lawrence Wyllie says he's unsure whether the district will go over budget for the second year in a row.
Orland Park police reports, July 17-26
Although village and corporate boards still need to approve it, medical center officials seem pretty confident in plans to build another parking garage.
Advocate Christ official tells residents she's open to their great ideas, provided 'it doesn't impact patient care."
Oak Lawn police charge Evergreen Park resident with retail theft at Jewel-Osco.
Chick-fil-A representatives share the inside scoop on how you can get into an owner/operator role with the company.
Responding to a tip, police bust up illegal card tournament being held in the back of an Oak Lawn business.
A game that started as a recreational activity has become a sensation in Oak Lawn and many other towns in the Chicago area.
Two certified staff members and one non-certified staff member leave district, two new staff members hired at District 229 Board of Education meeting.
A missing signature and weather delays puts the Spartans' first home game in jeopardy of not being held at Oak Lawn High School.
Five fire departments respond to blaze that caused between $50,000 and $75,000 worth of damage to Oak Lawn home.
