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Oak Park police investigate Halloween property damage

by Brendan Heffernan November 4, 2025November 4, 2025

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Oak Park man shot and killed, victim’s brother charged with murder

by Brendan Heffernan November 2, 2025November 4, 2025

Teen arrested after pulling fire alarm in Oak Park Dunkin’

by Brendan Heffernan October 28, 2025October 28, 2025

Economy Shop robbed of $9,000 in jewelry donations

by Brendan Heffernan October 21, 2025October 21, 2025

Oak Park man arrested for aggravated battery of officer

by Brendan Heffernan October 14, 2025October 14, 2025

Oak Park police investigate $17,000+ tool heist

by Brendan Heffernan October 7, 2025October 7, 2025

Oak Park police arrest man suspected of armed robbery

by Brendan Heffernan September 30, 2025September 30, 2025

Village and union studies find Oak Park firefighter shortage

by Brendan Heffernan September 30, 2025September 30, 2025

Local authorities respond to River Forest house fire

by Brendan Heffernan September 30, 2025September 30, 2025

Violence prevention group brings peace efforts across Austin Blvd.

by Brendan Heffernan September 23, 2025September 24, 2025

Garden Walk offers access to local gardens of all sizesJune 12, 2026
It’s a sign that summer has finally returned when the Garden Walk comes to town. The walk, sponsored by the… Read more: Garden Walk offers access to local gardens of all sizes
As final elevator fails, Oak Park closes West Sub campus June 11, 2026
West Suburban Medical Center’s entire Oak Park campus was closed Thursday by Oak Park building officials as the final functioning elevator in the complex failed. Firefighters were… Read more: As final elevator fails, Oak Park closes West Sub campus
River Forest township taking names for next supervisor June 11, 2026
If you’ve ever wanted to be the top elected official in River Forest Township now is the time to apply for the… Read more: River Forest township taking names for next supervisor
Roosevelt Rd. bar closed by Berwyn after repeated issuesJune 10, 2026
A Berwyn bar with a years-long history of complaints from both Berwyn and Oak Park residents was ordered closed on… Read more: Roosevelt Rd. bar closed by Berwyn after repeated issues
Faith leaders call for reopening of West Suburban HospitalJune 10, 2026
Over 50 community members gathered in the Columbus Park Refectory Tuesday morning, calling for the reopening of West Suburban Medical… Read more: Faith leaders call for reopening of West Suburban Hospital