Oak Lawn|News|
Queen Of Hearts Action Report: Week of January 26
Do you feel lucky? Patch has rounded up the week's Queen of Hearts raffles happening around the Southland. You can't win if you don't play.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
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Lorraine Swanson is one of the original Patch editors, and the original editor of Oak Lawn Patch. In addition to Oak Lawn, Swanson is the editor of Palos, Evergreen Park, Alsip-Crestwood and Beverly-Mt. Greenwood Patch sites.
Before coming to Patch in 2010, Swanson was a community journalist covering local crime, politics and heartwarming features on Chicago’s Far North Side. She also had her own local news site, Lake Effect News, which was rated one of the top 25 blogs in Illinois.
Lately, she enjoys watching videos of tornados and baby eagles being hatched on Facebook. She can be reached at lorraine.swanson@patch.com.
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Beverly-MtGreenwood, IL|News|
4 Teens Charged In Arrow, Stomping Death Of Coyote In Mt. Greenwood
The four youths have been charged with various conservation-related violations for their role in the death of a coyote on Jan. 11.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Beverly-MtGreenwood, IL|News|
Chicago Police-Involved Shooting In Mt Greenwood Under Investigation
Police tried to deescalate the situation and ordered the male to keep his hands visible when an officer discharged his gun, CPD said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Evergreen Park, IL|News|
24 EPCHS Students Recognized With Mustang Pride Awards For Fall Term
24 Evergreen Park Community High School students were recognized with Mustang Pride Awards for achievements in and out of the classroom.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Palos, IL|News|
Hills Chamber Rolls Out 2025-2026 Hometown Heroes Banner Program
The Hills Chamber of Commerce is taking orders for the Hometown Heroes Banner program honoring active military and veterans through March 21
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Palos, IL|News|
Palos Heights Woman, 88, 1st Cook County Cold Weather Death of 2025
A neighbor discovered Mary Jane Alano, 88, on the floor of her garage in the Moorings during a well-being check, Palos Heights police said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Alsip-Crestwood, IL|News|
Alsip Chamber Rolls Out 2025-2026 Hometown Heroes Banner Program
The Alsip Chamber of Commerce is taking orders for the Hometown Heroes Banner program honoring active military and veterans through April 30
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
D230 Board, Teachers Union Settle On 3-Year Contract
The overall cost of the new contract amounts to 19.52-percent over the next three years after negotiations dragged on for months.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Palos, IL|News|
5 Dirt Bikes Plucked From Palos Shed Turn Up In Cicero Storage Unit
After the homeowners posted the stolen bikes on social media, Palos Heights police began hearing from anonymous tipsters.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn|News|
‘Double-Double’ Dempsey Earns OLCHS December Athlete Of The Month
Oak Lawn Community High School senior Danielle Dempsey went on a 10-game terror in December dominating the basketball court
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Alsip-Crestwood, IL|News|
Blue Island Police Will Not Engage In Federal Immigration Enforcement
City issues a statement that BI police will focus on community safety and will not participate in immigration enforcement activities.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Palos, IL|News|
Fake Apple Rep Scams Palos Hills Woman Out Of $4,000 In Bitcoin
When the texter asked for an additional $14,000, the woman realized it was a scam, police said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Beverly-MtGreenwood, IL|News|
Dozens Of Formals On Sale Saturday At McAuley Mothers Club Prom Resale
Say yes to the dress Saturday, Jan. 25, at Mother McAuley Mothers Club prom resale event. Dozens of worn-only-once formals will be for sale.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn|News|
Special Rec All-Stars Gear Up For Basketball Day Saturday At OLCHS
Come pack the house this Sat., Jan. 25, at Oak Lawn Community High School and cheer on the Oak Lawn Eagles, Pep Squad and Junior Jordans.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Evergreen Park, IL|News|
EP Candlelight Theatre Kicks Off Season With 'Candlelight Cabaret'
Don't sit alone in your room, come to Candlelight Cabaret Jan. 25 and the Evergreen Park Senior Center for an evening of music, wine & food.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Palos, IL|News|
Palos Schools Announce Closures, E-Learning On Tuesday - UPDATED 3X
Palos schools are closing buildings and planning e-Learning Tuesday, Jan. 21, due to dangerously cold temperatures.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Alsip-Crestwood, IL|News|
Alsip-Crestwood Schools Closures, E-Learning On Tuesday: UPDATED 1x
Alsip-Crestwood schools are closing buildings and planning e-Learning Tuesday, Jan. 21, due to dangerously cold temperatures.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn|News|
Oak Lawn Schools Announce Closures, E-Learning On Tuesday: UPDATED 1X
Oak Lawn schools are closing buildings and planning e-Learning Tuesday, Jan. 21, due to dangerously cold temperatures.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Evergreen Park, IL|News|
Evergreen Park Schools Announce Closures, E-Learning: UPDATED 1x
Evergreen Park schools are closing buildings and planning e-Learning Tuesday, Jan. 21, due to dangerously cold temperatures.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn|News|
Oak Lawn Senior Cohen Laylo Sets School Diving Record At Argo Invite
Oak Lawn Community High School senior Cohen Laylo set an 11-dive record with a score of 488.20 at the Argo Dive Invitational.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
