Alleged hit-and-run offender walks into police station after allegedly striking two vehicles and fleeing into woods, according to police.
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Three Battery Charges in Three Days To Start August
Three people received battery charges in the first three days of August 2023. Find out what happened in each incident.
Wanted in C.C. Hills, Park Forest Arrests Two After “All-Over-the-Road” Driving Draws Attention
An alleged felony retail theft leads to Park Forest with an SUV driving ‘all over the road’. PFPD turns two over to C.C. Hills Police.
Prairie State College Board of Trustees Seeks Candidates to Fill a Vacancy
Live in IL District 515 & a U.S. citizen 18+? Apply to join Prairie State College Board of Trustees as a board candidate before October 18.
Alleged Aggravated Criminal Sexual Assault: Police Arrest Chicago Man
An alleged sexual assault occurred in Park Forest. Police responded. Roku smart home surveillance might help prosecutors. #sexualassault
Reaching New Highs: Celebrating Academic Achievement at Southland College Prep
Southland College Prep seniors celebrated their outstanding achievements at U of IL Salute to Academic Achievement in September.
Willy Wonka: Roald Dahl’s Iconic Character Comes to Life Dec. 15
Experience the magical journey of how Willy Wonka became the beloved Chocolate King with Timothée Chalamet’s movie ‘WONKA.’
Nehemiah Lomax Earns Spot On UW-Whitewater Football Roster
Nehemiah Lomax, a defensive line football player from Park Forest, plays for UW-Whitewater. He anticipates becoming a software engineer.
Family Friendly Fire Safety Activities at Park Forest Fire Dept.
Get cozy and celebrate fall while brushing up on fire safety. Come to Park Forest Fire Department’s Open House on Oct. 13th.
Food Trucks, Fun, and More at PSC’s Community Celebration
Enjoy special guests among the festivities during the free community celebration at Prairie State College! Food trucks, car shows, and more!
