In the first week of March 2023, only three arrests were reported by police. There was one DUI and two incidents of domestic battery.
Park Forest
Busy Week: Felony Obstructing Justice, Felony UUW, DUI with BAC Over 3-times Legal Limit
In one week, police had cases charging felony obstructing justice, felony UUW, and DUI with a reported BAC more than 3x the legal limit.
Gun Violence Is a Public Health Emergency: Bill in Congress Will Confront the Epidemic
A new bill will order an annual report on gun violence, its public health effects, and action taken by the federal government.
Congressional Bipartisan Group Introduces SHINE for Autumn Act to Reduce Stillbirths
A bipartisan group in Congress introduced the Stillbirth Health Improvement and Education (SHINE) for Autumn Act.
Village Opens Cooling Centers During Heat Wave
The Village of Park Forest is opening cooling centers as precariously high temperatures continue.: the Police Department and Village Hall.
Park Forest Teens Compete in Annual ComEd EV Rally
Forty-five young women from Chicagoland are preparing to put their pedals to the metal as they gear up for ComEd’s second annual EV Rally.
ICYMI: Rep. Kelly Appeared on MSNBC to Discuss Black Maternal Health Disparities
Rep. Robin Kelly joined MSNBC’s Saturday Show with Jonathan Capehart to discuss how racism and sexism lead to maternal health disparities.
Fire Department Promotes Three
On a night when the Park Forest Fire Department bid farewell to Captain Phillip Myers on his retirement, the department promoted three.
ONCE ON THIS ISLAND to Close Drama Group’s 91st Season
The Drama Group closes its season with ONCE ON THIS ISLAND, the rousing Calypso-flavored tale of a girl finding love in a world of prejudice.
IDHS Releases Statement on Ludeman Nurses Rally
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- As reported in eNews Park Forest last week, the nurses at Ludeman Developmental Center in Park Forest staged a rally on Tuesday, July 18. The nurses are currently working without a contract with the State of Illinois. The previous contract expired on June 30 of this year.[Read More…]
