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Park Forest
Park Forest Police Department Announces First Degree Murder Charge in May 2025 Homicide
Chicago Heights man charged in the May 2025 homicide case of Kevin M. Miller Jr. Learn more about the details.
Warm Up with Events in January at the Park Forest Public Library
Warm up this January at Park Forest Public Library with exciting activities like the new Chess Club for all skill levels.
Former Park Forest Mayor Ostenburg Implores Chicago Cardinal Cupich to Care for St. Irenaeus Property
John Ostenburg expresses concerns to Cardinal Cupich about the neglected St. Irenaeus Church property in Park Forest.
Chicago Man Says “Right Here” When Officer Asks if He Knew Where He Was, Charges Him with DUI: Police
A Chicago man suspected of DUI claimed he was “at right here” when asked if he knew where he was. Read the full story.
Park Forest Officials Urge Residents to Protect Pipes as Coldest Air of the Season Continues
Protect pipes this winter by following tips to prevent freezing and bursting from extremely low temperatures.
At Almost Four Times the Legal Limit of Alcohol, Lansing Woman Fell to Ground During Sobriety Tests, Police Said
A Lansing woman fell during sobriety tests and provided a breath sample nearly four times the legal limit.
Park Forest Police Issue 67 Citations in Thanksgiving Traffic Safety Crackdown
Learn how the Park Forest Police Department handled Thanksgiving Traffic with increased citations and a commitment to safety.
Drivers Failed the Alphabet: Reports of Three Charged with DUI
Discover the details of the failed alphabet tests during a DUI investigation in Park Forest. Allegations and charges follow these drivers.
‘Scoop Dogg’ Wins Park Forest’s Snowplow Naming Contest
Park Forest residents have named the new plow Scoop Dog in the second annual contest. Discover the winning entry and community favorites.
