Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
Homewood Surveys Residents On Communications
Residents are asked to complete an eight-question survey by July 15.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
- Tinley Park, IL
I was born and raised in the south suburbs of Chicago, Illinois. I attained both my bachelor and master degrees in journalism from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. During my time in local news, I have learned invaluable lessons in journalism, as I teared up while covering the funeral of a beloved couple and chased a renegade miniature pony through a subdivision. I have seen firsthand what responsible, inspiring hyper-local journalism can do for a community.
I started with Patch in 2010, as a Local Editor covering the south suburbs. In 2017, I moved into the national role of Deputy Managing Editor and now Director of Editorial Recruitment and Training, in which I handle the recruiting, hiring, and training of journalists on our team, in addition to other editorial projects. I'm thrilled to contribute in such a way to a news organization I've grown to love so deeply over the past 12 years.
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New Lenox, IL|News|
Pete's Fresh Market Still Coming, Construction To Begin By Late-Fall
Construction on the 60,000-sq. ft. grocery store will begin by Oct. 31, the business told Mayor Tim Baldermann.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Tinley Park|News|
Know Before You Go: Fireworks, Live Music, Ribs July 4 In Tinley Park
Tinley Park's inaugural RibFest kicks off Saturday, July 1, running through July 4. Get the info before you go.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
Young Entrepreneurs To Shine At New Lenox Fair
The fair will be held at the New Lenox Commons on Saturday, July 8, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Tinley Park|News|
Supporters Urge Governor To Sign Mental Health Center Transfer Bill
Tinley Park-Park District supporters were joined by legislators and other supporters Tuesday to nudge the Governor into action.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Manhattan, IL|News|
Manhattan Woman, 4-Year-Old Son Died By Gunshot: Police
Police said Tuesday that a Manhattan woman, 39, and her 4-year-old son were both found with gunshot wounds in an apparent murder-suicide.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
'We're All In Danger': NL Mayor Blasts CC State's Attorney On Crime
Mayor Tim Baldermann on Monday criticized the Cook County State's Attorney for what he says is a lax approach to combatting crime.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Tinley Park|News|
Tinley Park-Park District Lauded For Financial Management
Government Finance Officers Association of the U.S. & Canada recognized the Park District’s financial reporting and transparency.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
$1M Bond For Man In Carjacking, Robbery Of Elderly Uber Driver: NLPD
A 19-year-old Chicago man and 17-year-old Chicago juvenile have been arrested and charged in the June 20 carjacking, police said Monday.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Manhattan, IL|News|
Mother, 4-Year-Old Dead In Apparent Murder-Suicide: Manhattan Police
The 39-year-old woman and her 4-year-old son were found dead inside a Manhattan home Friday afternoon.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Orland Park Police To Increase Patrols For Impaired Drivers July 4
Orland Park police will be on increased watch for impaired drivers July 4, officials said Friday.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Orland Public Works Staff Claim Retaliation, Mismanagement By Village
Several Orland Public Works employees spoke to trustees Monday, expressing concern over low morale, poor work culture and high turnover.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Manhattan, IL|News|
Facebook Profile Helps Lead Police To Missing Monee Girl
The profile was created on June 13. The girl, who had been missing since May 31, was found with a 32-year-old truck driver.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Free Concert, Fireworks In Store For Orland Park July 4 Festivities
A fun run/walk, free concert and fireworks show in store.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Boy, 16, Mourned | Man Rescued From Well | Closing Looms For Shelter
PLUS: Carjacking suspects caught after chase | Tinley brings in more security for fest | Robber cleans out register at liquor store
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Tinley Park|News|
Tinley Park HS, Family Mourn Teen Known For 'Always Making A Friend'
Tinley Park High School junior Matthew Berry, 16, died the morning of Saturday, June 17. Family are heartbroken by the loss.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Tinley Park|News|
'Not Going To Put Up With BS': Tinley Beefs Up Security For RibFest
The Village of Tinley Park has hired an outside security firm to enhance its local police presence at Tinley Park RibFest July 1–4.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Manhattan, IL|News|
Robber Cleans Out Register At Manhattan Liquor Store: Police
The robbery happened at CD Liquors happened early Thursday morning, police said.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Photos Capture Rescue Of Contractor From Well In Orland Park
Images capture the depth of the well and the rescue effort to pull him to safety.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Man Plummets Down Well, Is Rescued By Orland Park Firefighters
The man fell 20–30 feet down into the well in the basement of the home Wednesday afternoon.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
