Mokena, IL|News|
7 Mokena, 2 Tinley Businesses Hit In Overnight Smash And Grabs: PD
Three Frankfort businesses were also hit, police there said. The burglaries took place in the early morning hours.
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.
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Orland Park, IL|News|
Orland Shop To Host Free Easter Fun For Families
The Holly House will hold an event featuring Easter fun including an egg hunt, jelly bean counting contest, and more on Saturday, April 12.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Body Found At Preserve | Suspect Dies In Jail | DUI In Fatal Crash
ALSO: Artisan market | Jewelry store to close | Boutique opening | New deputy police chief | Gaelic Park donation drive | Bald and beautiful
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Tinley Park|News|
Man's Body Found In Bremen Grove Forest Preserve: Authorities
The Orland Park man's body was found Thursday morning at the preserve near 159th and Oak Park Avenue.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
Woman, 26, Charged With DUI In Crash That Killed Passenger: ISP
The University Park woman was driving a car that struck a stalled vehicle and a semi, Illinois State Police said.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Orland Jewelry Store Loses Lease, Will Close After 4 Decades
Mari Lou's Fine Jewelry will close after nearly 50 years in business. A closing sale is going on now.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
Lincoln-Way West Cast Ready To Enchant With 'Cinderella' Musical
The cast is ready to deliver a show like none other, with performances set for April 11–13.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
Cedar & Oak Boutique To Open In Shuttered Ugly Ducklings In New Lenox
Cedar And Oak Boutique will soon open in the shuttered Ugly Ducklings in New Lenox—a perfect continuation of the former owner's vision.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Oak Forest Appoints New Deputy Chief Of Police: City
Ryan Burnett as been tapped as the new deputy police chief, working alongside Chief Scott Durano.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Gaelic Park Hosts Donation Drive For St. Vincent de Paul Society
The drive is Saturday, April 26 and Sunday, April 27 at the Oak Forest event venue.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Tinley Park|News|
Masked Attacker Shoots Man | Car Hits Garage | Burglar Caught Lurking
ALSO: 'Lawfare' case dropped | Cook Co. Republican chair done | Carrier disappears with shipment | Creek cleanup | Country Market back
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
Forest Preserve's 'Be a Trailblazer' Back With Prizes, Fresh Missions
Spring sessions runs from April 10 to May 24. Prizes include kayaks, sleds, Fitbits, Yeti coolers, tent and sleeping bag packs and more!
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Orland Grassland Volunteers To Celebrate Earth Day With Creek Cleanup
Orland Grassland Volunteers will gather Saturday, April 26 for creek cleanup efforts.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Tinley Park|News|
Registration Open Now For Tinley Park Citizens Fire Academy
Program is held Mondays August 4 to Sept. 29. Application deadline is Wednesday, April 30.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Cook County Republican Party Chairman Morrison Steps Down
On April 4, Sean M. Morrison announced he'll step back from the role, effective April 14.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
Carrier Disappears With FedEx Trailer Hauling $125K In Merchandise: PD
The trailer was picked up Feb. 18 for delivery in California four days later. It never made it there, according to police reports.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Car Hits Garage In Orland Park, 1 Injured: Fire District
The car hit the attached garage of a home at 151st and 80th Avenue Friday afternoon.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
H-F Park District To Host Master Plan Update Meeting
The meeting is set for Wednesday, April 23 at the The Clubhouse at Dolphin Lake.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
'Molly Needs A Miracle': Benefit To Support Orland Mom In ALS Battle
Molly McAvoy Flynn beat colon cancer, then was diagnosed with ALS. Her friends are coming together in support of the South Side native.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Tinley Park|News|
Attorney General Drops Text Harassment Case Against Ex-Aide
The case against Timothy Pawula was dismissed Thursday, his attorney told Patch.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
