Oak Lawn|News|
Warming Centers Will Be Open In Oak Lawn During Cold Snap
A cold weather advisory is in effect from Jan. 19 to Jan. 21. Here's where you can access local warming centers in the Oak Lawn area.
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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Evergreen Park, IL|News|
Warming Centers Will Be Open In Evergreen Park During Cold Snap
A cold weather advisory is in effect from Jan. 19 to Jan. 21. Here's where you can access local warming centers in the Evergreen Park area.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Palos, IL|News|
Warming Centers Will Be Open In Palos During Cold Snap
A cold weather advisory is in effect from Jan. 19 to Jan. 21. Here's where you can access local warming centers in the Palos area.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Alsip-Crestwood, IL|News|
Warming Centers Open In Alsip-Crestwood During Cold Snap: UPDATED
A cold weather advisory is in effect from Jan. 19-Jan. 21. Here's where you can access local warming centers in the Alsip-Crestwood area.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Palos, IL|News|
Palos Park Police To Check On Seniors During Frigid Temps
Officers will conduct well-being checks during frigid temps. Residents can refer a family member, friend or neighbor who may be struggling.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn|News|
Queen Of Hearts Action Report, Week Of January 20
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
Palos, IL|News|
Orland Man Breaks Door, Batters Palos Health Security Guards: Police
The man broke down a door to gain access to a prohibited area of the hospital, Palos Heights police said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn|News|
Boys Bowler Justin Canvan Oak Lawn Athlete of The Month
Oak Lawn Community High School boys bowler Justin Canvan has led the team with consistency as the Spartans head into the IHSA Regionals.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Alsip-Crestwood, IL|News|
Chicago Man Accused Of Shooting At Alsip Building Detained On Charges
Alsip police said the 19-year-old fired ten times at a building, then led police on a chase into Blue Island where he crashed into a car.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Arrests Made In Rock Island Car Theft, 4-Year-Old's Abduction: Police
An 18-year-old and four juveniles are charged in connection to a car theft in which a 4-year-old girl was abducted, Rock Island cops said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Beverly-MtGreenwood, IL|News|
Save The Date For 2025 'Get Behind The Vest Pancake Breakfast'
Ald. Matt O'Shea's annual “Get Behind the Vest Pancake Breakfast” will take place Sunday, Feb. 23 at St. John Fisher Kane Hall.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
Aldi Coyote Resting At Wildlife Center Before Being Released Into Wild
The coyote that was yanked by its tail from the refrigerated section of a Humboldt Park Aldi is resting at Flint Creek Wildlife Rehab.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
10 Candidates Run For 5 Open Seats On CHSD Dist. 230 Board
Four incumbents and six challengers have filed to run for the CHSD 230 school board in the upcoming consolidated election on April 1.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Missing Rock Island Girl Believed Abducted Found Safe: Police
Blessing Aoci, 4, who was inside a running car when it was stolen has been found safe and reunited with her mother, Rock Island police say.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn|News|
Harlem Avenue Bridge Repairs Planned, Expect Delays: IDOT
Repairs have started to the bridges carrying Harlem Avenue (Illinois 43) over 95th Street. The project will be completed by the end of 2025.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Beverly-MtGreenwood, IL|News|
19th Ward Residents Alerted To Rash Of Thefts From Unlocked Vehicles
Residents are strongly encouraged to keep car doors locked at all times and to report any suspicious behavior to 9-1-1 immediately.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Beverly-MtGreenwood, IL|News|
Tips For Caregivers' Well-Being Topic Of Smith Village Support Group
Caregivers of persons with dementia will learn tips and strategies for maintaining their own well-being Tuesday, Jan. 21, at Smith Village.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
South Side, IL|News|
Walgreens Plans To Shutter 5 Stores On South, West Sides In February
The closures will affect Walgreens stores in Bronzeville, Chicago Lawn, Little Village, South Shore and South Chicago.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Palos, IL|News|
Online Date Ends Badly When Man’s Wallet, Phone, Link Card Are Stolen
After their night ended, the man dropped the woman off at a gas station and fell asleep, Palos Hills police reports said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Palos, IL|News|
4 Candidates File To Run For 4 Seats In Uncontested Board Race
Three incumbents and one newcomer have filed to run in the North Palos Dist. 117 school board race in the consolidated election on April 1.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
