Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital Recognized In U.S. News & World Report Best Hospital Rankings

Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital achieved “High Performing” in 10 procedures and conditions in US News & World 'Best Hospital' rankings.

Back To School: Palos Heights Dist. 128 Academic Calendar 2026-2027

The first day of school for Palos Heights Dist 128 grade K-8 students is Aug. 20. Preschool starts Aug. 27. More dates to know.

🌱 Patch AM: Teen Night @ Strange Brew and 12 more events

Also, don’t miss Dean's Greens Farmstand Movie Night on the Palos Hills Patch calendar

Moraine Valley student-athletes earn NJCAA and Skyway Conference academic awards

A number of Moraine Valley Community College student-athletes earned academic honors this past year.

🌱 Patch AM: Notice of Public Hearing: E-Learning Program and 14 more events

Also check out Dean's Greens Farmstand Movie Night on the Palos Hills Patch calendar

Back To School: Palos Consolidated School Dist. 118 Academic Calendar 2026-2027

Grades 1-8 start school Aug. 19, with preschool and kindergarten starting Aug. 20 at Palos Consolidated School Dist. 118 schools.

Power Lines Down All Over Palos Park After Severe Storms Pass Through

Motorists are urged to use caution and avoid areas where downed live wires have been reported, police say.

🌱 Patch AM: Back To School: North Palos School Dist. 117 Academic Calendar 2026-2027

Also, don’t miss Preschool Storytime* on the Palos Hills Patch calendar

New Sons and Daughters Caregivers Support Group Fills A Growing Need

Pathlights’ brings compassion to the special circumstances of caring for a parent.

Palos 118 Welcomes New Principal at West Elementary School

Joel Dukett will be the new principal at Palos West Elementary School in the Palos 118 School District when classes begin August 19.

Palos Heights School District 128 Preschool Screening

Preschool screening for all children residing within district boundaries who are three (3) to five (5) years of age

Back To School: North Palos School Dist. 117 Academic Calendar 2026-2027

The first day of school for NPSD 117 will be Aug. 14 for K-8 students, with the first day of preschool Aug. 18.

Back To School: Shepard High School Academic Calendar 2026-2027

Freshmen report Aug. 11 with all grades reporting Aug. 12 at Shepard High School.

🌱 Patch AM: Notice of Public Hearing: E-Learning Program and 12 more events

Also check out Preschool Storytime* on the Palos Hills Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Notice of Public Hearing: E-Learning Program and 13 more events

Also, don’t miss Rooted: A Mind & Body Wellness Experience on the Palos Hills Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Love Walk: A Walk to Benefit Breast Cancer and 12 more events

You won’t want to miss Dean's Greens Farmstand - Market at the Barn on the Palos Hills Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Palos Hills native Richard McAllister remembered by family and friends

Happening soon: Love Walk: A Walk to Benefit Breast Cancer on the Palos Hills Patch calendar

Take A Bite Out Of Crime At Palos Hills PD's National Night Out

Leave the porch light on and join Palos Hills' finest Tuesday, Aug. 4 in Town Square Park for National Night Out.

Palos Heights First Responders Build Community Ties At National Night Out

Take a station tour, watch a K9 demo, watch a drone show and more Tuesday, Aug. 4, at Palos Heights National Night Out.

Palos Park Offers Week Of Public Safety Awareness Events For National Night Out

Palos Park police offer a week of National Night Out public safety events, including seminars, touch-a-truck and lunch forum Aug. 1-Aug. 6.

Green Hills Public Library District Seeks Applicants To Fill Board Vacancy

The successful candidate will fill the trustee vacancy through the April 2027 consolidated election. Applications accepted through Aug. 9.

Palos Man Accused Of Sexual Assault Ordered Detained In Cook County Jail By New Judge

New judge orders Tim O'Connell, 36, to be detained pre-trial in Cook County Jail after prosecutors argue on the third try.

Boil Order Lifted Monday In Worth, Water Determined Safe To Drink: Mayor

Bacteriological test results came back Monday, determining that the water is safe to drink for people and pets in Worth.

Village Of Worth Extends 24-Hour Boil Order To Monday: UPDATE

Mayor Mary Piquat Werner says the village is still waiting on lab results. The boil order has been extended another 24 hours until Monday.

Port Authority - live on the Outdoor Rooftop

Port Authority- live on the Joliet Museum's Outdoor ROOFTOP on Friday, August 7th at 7pm (doors open 6:15pm)

Habitat for Humanity Seeks Volunteers For Big Build Crew In August

Peace Memorial and New Hope UCC churches seek volunteers of all skill levels for Habitat for Humanity project, Aug. 14 and Aug. 15.

Creativity takes the wheel at Kennedy School’s first-ever box car parade

Hallway transforms into a celebration of imagination, teamwork and school spirit

Palos Park Police Offer 2 Scam Seminars For Older Residents In Conjunction With National Night Out

Learn about the latest “Scams, Schemes, and Exploitation” at two seminars hosted by Palos Park police at the Kaptur Center, Tuesday, Aug. 4.

Red Hat Society brings smiles with annual ice cream social at St. Coletta’s of Illinois

Longtime tradition treats students, adult participants and staff to a sweet summer celebration

Palos Park Police To Take Part In IL Chiefs 'Speed Awareness Day'

Palos Park police will be stepping up patrols to reduce speeding Wednesday, July 22, for Illinois Speed Awareness Day.

Port Authority - live on the Outdoor Rooftop

Port Authority- live on the Joliet Museum's Outdoor ROOFTOP on Friday, August 7th at 7pm (doors open 6:15pm)

A Connection Across Generations

Just days before starting at St. Coletta’s, a new clinical therapist discovered the organization had cared for her uncle more than 50 years

Palos Park Police Join Other Suburban Departments In 'Arrive Alive On Route 45' Traffic Safety Initiative

Motorists can expect to see heightened patrols July 16-18 on Route 45/LaGrange Road in Palos Park and other area communities.

Moraine Valley Fine And Performing Arts Center Offers Exciting Lineup Of Enticing Performances In 2026-2027

Moraine Valley's Fine and Performing Arts Center offers a lineup of enticing performances for the 2026-2027 season. Tickets on sale now.

Enter to win a once-in-a-lifetime Pebble Beach golf experience

Support St. Coletta’s of Illinois while competing in the 2026 Lexus Champions for Charity National Championship

Palos 118 Educational Foundation, PFA Donate $30,000 for New Classroom Displays

Each group donated $15,000 that will be used for the purchase of 70-inch interactive displays for Palos South Middle School.

Digital Equity Means Cost Savings, Independence and Opportunity For Older Adults

Pathlights’ TechWise classes help older adults feel secure and comfortable online

Despondent Subject Takes Own Life In Front Of Worth Officers During Well-Being Check: Police

Worth police officers tried to verbally engage the man when he died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, police said.

Burglars Pay Fourth Of July Visit To Rosie's Gaming Cafe

The smash-and-grab crew left in two vehicles that were last seen fleeing eastbound on 103rd Street, Palos Hills police said.

Cultivating confidence at Navarro Farm

St. Coletta’s of Illinois returns to Navarro Farm for another summer of growth, responsibility and community inclusion