Palos, IL|News|
Palos Heights Police Ramp Up Patrols To Curb Holiday Drunken Driving
DUI enforcement patrols will be highly visible in Palos Heights during the Christmas holidays, Dec. 13 through Jan. 2.
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|
EP Winter Break Camp Offers Kids A Safe, Fun Space To Hang Out
If you have to work over the holidays, the Evergreen Park Rec Department is offering a six-day winter break camp for kids in grades 1-6.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn|News|
Kitties For Keeps Hold Adoption Event For Homeless Cats And Kittens
Stop by Petco in Oak Lawn and check out the cats and kittens looking for forever homes this Saturday, Dec. 14.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn|News|
Man Accused Of Shooting 2 Vehicles On Cicero Avenue Ordered Detained
The shooting left one driver with a graze wound, with gunfire striking a car full of teens in the McDonald's drive-thru, prosecutors said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
South Side, IL|News|
CPD DUI Saturation Patrol Planned Friday-Saturday In Gresham
Chicago police will be patrolling the Gresham 6th District for impaired drivers, seatbelt scofflaws and other violations Dec. 13-Dec. 14.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Beverly-MtGreenwood, IL|News|
Marist Alumnus And Chicago Attorney Donates $1M To Marist High School
Prominent Chicago attorney Robert Clifford, a 1969 graduate of Marist High School is recognized as a distinguished alumnus at alumni event.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn|News|
OLCHS Senior Ali Farhan Lives Up To Leadership Role In Boys Basketball
The Oak Lawn Community High School basketball player is a "true gym rat" and student of the game, coach says.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn|News|
Holiday Posada Combines Cultures Saturday at Chicago Ridge Mall
The holiday posada combines U.S. and Mexican Christmas customs Saturday, Dec. 14, featuring kids activities, music, tamales and more.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Evergreen Park, IL|News|
Evergreen Park Teen Missing 2 Weeks Located Sunday
A missing 15-year-old girl from Evergreen Park last seen Nov. 25 was located Sunday afternoon.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Alsip-Crestwood, IL|News|
Santa Flies Into Ozinga For WC ThunderBolts Holiday Open House
Meet Santa, run the bases and tour the clubhouse Saturday, Dec. 21 at the Windy City ThunderBolts Holiday Open House at Ozinga Field. Free.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Evergreen Park, IL|News|
Little Blackhawks Hockey Camp For Kids 4-9 Teaches Skating, Skills
The new hockey program for kids ages 4-9 at the Daniel V. Capuano Ice Rink at Yukich Fields starts Saturday, Jan. 4 and runs 6 to 8 weeks.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn|News|
146 Seat Belt, 3 Child Safety Citations issued Thanksgiving Weekend
Oak Lawn police wrote 150 tickets during the Thanksgiving 2024 traffic safety campaign, which included 146 seat belt citations.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Palos, IL|News|
Car Swiped From Driveway On 75th Court
Broken glass was found on the driveway and the owner had both sets of keys, Palos Hills police said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn|News|
Oak Lawn Firefighters Host Toy Drive For Advocate Children's Patients
Oak Lawn Firefighters Local 3405 is collecting new, unwrapped toys, games, craft kits and gift cards through Dec. 16 for hospitalized kids.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Palos, IL|News|
Santa Takes Time Out Of Busy Schedule For Ride-A-Long In Palos Hills
Santa will be touring Palos Hills on Sunday, Dec. 15, greeting kids from one to 92. See the map and track his route on the SantaTracker.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Alsip-Crestwood, IL|News|
Offers Of Help Pour In For Crestwood Condo Fire Victims
The Crestwood Fire Department will accept gift cards to Target, Walmart and supermarkets for victims displaced by the Dec. 4 condo fire.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Evergreen Park, IL|News|
5 Chicago-Area Expressway 2023 Shooting Homicides Solved: ISP
Chicago area expressway shootings are down 32 percent compared to this time last year, state police said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Alsip-Crestwood, IL|News|
Better Not Pout Because Santa Is Coming To Worth Township Center
Skip the long lines at the mall and bring your kiddos to Worth Township Center in Alsip, Dec. 10-Dec. 12 to see a GREAT Santa for FREE.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Alsip-Crestwood, IL|News|
Santa And Mrs. Claus Pop In Saturday At Crestwood Christmas Market
Crafts, cookies, cocoa, Santa and shopping take over the Crestwood Recreation and Wellness Center Saturday, Dec. 14. See who's coming.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Alsip-Crestwood, IL|News|
Streetz Artz Brings Krampus Spirit To Blue Island With Eclectic Market
Krampus Market 2024 offers a fusion of art, culture, and craft brews Sunday, Dec. 8, at three Blue Island locations. All ages welcome.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
