🌱 Patch AM: Where Oak Forest families still get a classic relish tray dinner

Happening soon: Illinois Rock & Roll Museum Hall of Fame Induction on the Oak Forest Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: 52nd Street Concert - Music of Billy Joel and 7 more events

You won’t want to miss Women's Club Annual Fall Craft/Vendor Fair and Car Show on the Oak Forest Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: How Oak Forest’s extended Halloween hours change your trick-or-treat plans

Also check out Women's Club Annual Fall Craft/Vendor Fair and Car Show on the Oak Forest Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Oak Forest Extends Trick-or-Treat Hours For 2026: City

Make time for Women's Club Annual Fall Craft/Vendor Fair and Car Show on the Oak Forest Patch calendar

Oak Forest Extends Trick-or-Treat Hours For 2026: City

Extra time to trick-or-treat in Oak Forest this year, with Halloween falling on a Saturday.

Markham Man Gets 15 Years In Prison for Methamphetamine Distribution: U.S. Attorney

Orlando Dampier, 47, pleaded guilty to the drug charges in May. He was sentenced Sept. 16.

🌱 Patch AM: Caller Claimed To Have Gun, Homemade Bomb Inside Oak Forest HS, Threatened To Shoot Up School: Police

And check out Women's Club Annual Fall Craft/Vendor Fair and Car Show on the Oak Forest Patch calendar

Lockdown After 'Possible Threat' At HS | Family's Fight For Special Needs Daughter | Search For Missing Man

ALSO: No injures in fire | $500K in stolen copper found | Man used employer's card for $6K in bets | 6 leave school after racist taunts

Caller Claimed To Have Gun, Homemade Bomb Inside Oak Forest HS, Threatened To Shoot Up School: Police

A SWAT team searched the school after a "possible threat" was reported Tuesday morning.

🌱 Patch AM: $500K In Lifted Copper Wire, Trailer Stolen From Oak Forest Discovered Hundreds Of Miles Away: Sheriff

And on the Oak Forest Patch calendar - Women's Club Annual Fall Craft/Vendor Fair and Car Show

$500K In Lifted Copper Wire, Trailer Stolen From Oak Forest Discovered Hundreds Of Miles Away: Sheriff

A multi-state search tracked the trailer to a truck stop in Ohio, the Cook County Sheriff's Office said.

🌱 Patch AM: How did Oak Forest soccer stumble against a lower-ranked Eisenhower?

Happening soon: Women's Club Annual Fall Craft/Vendor Fair and Car Show on the Oak Forest Patch calendar

Oak Forest High School Interact Club Helps Preserve Historic Paul Harris Home

In May, the students joined Rotary members from District 6450 at the historic Paul Harris Home in Chicago.

Robber Nabbed After Shot By Intended Target: PD | Aide Left Gun On Bus | Beloved Kindergartner Recovering

ALSO: Dan Davis' cause of death unclear | $23K in stolen hair tools | 'Simply a pause, not goodbye' for restaurant | Another rabid bat

Another Rabid Bat Found In Oak Forest: Cook County

The bat was found Sept. 15 in the 15300 block of Kilpatrick, officials said.

Oak Forest High School Celebrates National Arts in Education Week with Student Showcase

“Here at Oak Forest, we are proud to promote our talented students who are enrolled in visual arts classes and musical ensembles."

Ink For Good: Oak Forest Studio 'Tattooing For A Cause' In Support Of NAWS Humane Society

Silver Raven Tattoo will host a fundraiser offering $100 and $200 tattoo designs, with half of tattoo proceeds going to NAWS.

Man Shoots Would-Be Robber | Boy Finds Gun Left On Bus | Burglars Hit Same Bar Twice | Coach Ousted

ALSO: 4 cats rescued from basement fire | 'You're dead' threats to police | 'The Who' rocker plays in 'burbs | Doughs Guys Bakery to close

Oak Forest football making some noise

RAIDERS BRING THE ATTITUDE FOR HOMECOMING SWEEP

Raiders Homecoming tomorrow

OAK FOREST HOMECOMING: RAIDERS READY FOR OAK LAWN SHOWDOWN

Deliver More Than a Meal: Volunteer with Meals on Wheels for Northern Illinois

Just two hours a week can change a local senior's life. Discover how rewarding volunteering with Meals on Wheels can be for your community.

Baby Killed In Crash Wasn't In Car Seat | Tragedies Rock Frankfort | Mom's Killer Still At Large

ALSO: Child porn charges for sex assault suspect | 14.5 years in carjacking | Racist taunts at hs game | West Nile in Will | $1M winner

Burbank wasnt ready

Clean sweep of Burbank

Woman Charged In Deadly I-57 Crash: Baby Boy & 4 Toddlers Weren't In Child Safety Seats, State Police Say

The crash happened Sunday on I-57 in Harvey, state police previously said. A 33-year-old Hazel Crest woman is now charged.

Baby Boy Killed, 7 Others Injured In Rollover Crash In Harvey: State Police

The crash happened on I-57 north near 147th Street Sunday evening, state police said.

Rabid Bat Found In Oak Forest: Cook County

The bat was found Aug. 28 in the 15500 block of Rob Roy Drive, officials said.

COVID-19 Rates Growing In 48 States: What To Know About Vaccines In IL

COVID-19 is growing in more than 30 Illinois counties, data shows.

Oak Forest Completes Clean Sweep

Ron Kaleta field was packed this Saturday

'There's No Limit': Face Of Midlothian Toddler To Brighten Times Square

At nearly 2 years old, Midlothian's Charleigh Bernal is one of 500 people chosen for a video by the National Down Syndrome Society.

Oak Forest Raiders Ready For Home Opener

Oak Forest Raiders open at Ron Kaleta field this Saturday

Man Takes Own Life At Gun Range | Cops Accused Of Putting Teen In Chokehold | Towns Rally For Kindergartener

ALSO: 7 injured in crash | Wienermobile in town | Resource center for tornado victims | Water Lantern Festival back | College, career fair

District 228 Students Featured in Cook County Anti-Vaping Campaign

Before beginning their internships, students completed Community Health Worker core skills training through the Sinai Urban Health Institute

Man Takes Own Life At Oak Forest Gun Range: Police

Police were called to Eagle Sports Range Wednesday around 12:15 p.m., according to incident reports.

Death Investigation Underway After Human Remains Found In Harvey, Illinois

Police said there does not appear to be any indication of foul play and that the Cook County Medical Examiner's Office was notified.

Priest Cleared In Sex Abuse Probe | 100 MPH At Impact In Fatal Crash | 1 Dead After Shooting: PD

ALSO: Prison time in $1m fraud | Man spat, threw drink at cop | Kitten sale scam | DUI after threats to American Legion | Fall Fest guide

Tinley Park and Oak Forest High Schools Recognized in U.S. News & World Report’s Best High Schools Rankings

The recognition reflects District 228’s continued focus on academic achievement.

Oak Forest Residents Confounded By Departure Of Taxpayer Advocate As Appeal Deadline Nears

Grace Bardusk resigned, effective Aug. 5. Residents question why she would leave the role at such a critical time for property owners.

Oak Forest Came To Crete With Intensity And Control

Oak Forest Raiders open regular season against Crete Bulldogs.

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