The Village of Oak Park is hosting public forums that will allow property owners and managers, contractors, design professionals and the general public to learn more about proposed changes. The codes are currently under consideration by the Village Board.  

It was an encouraging and inspiring evening for students from Oak Park and River Forest High School Tuesday as the Community Foundation presented two of three awards for "philanthropic excellence" to high school aligned groups of students.

Some Oak Park travelers recently made their way back home through Sarasota, Florida. That's where Tom Barwin, Oak Park's former manager, is now employed as city manager.

Want to get to know the candidates for Oak Park and River Forest village president better? Why are they running for the top job? What local challenges are most critical to them?

The One Earth Film Festival, sponsored by Green Community Connections, announced the winners of its first Young Filmmakers Contest for the festival.

The search is underway to find to next 15 artists to paint murals on the railroad walls along the Green Line corridor. The project was launched in 2010 to promote creative expression and visually enhance the area.

Due to the winter weather, the Village of Oak Park has sent out the following reminders.

Oak Parkers who would like to help create the long-range plan that will guide government decision making for years to come are invited to participate in a visioning kick-off event scheduled for 7:30 – 9 p.m., tonight at the Nineteenth Century Club, 178 Forest Ave.

Word got out last November that the iconic Val's halla Records was hurting. Thanks to a number of supporters, Val's is keeping the music alive.

Clarification: Oak Park did send a check to the National Rifle Association. Better clarification: Oak Park isn't out any money.