Palos, IL|News|
Village Of Worth Placed Under 24-Hour Boil Order
Worth is under a 24-hour boil order after a water main break early Saturday morning.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
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Lorraine Swanson is one of the original Patch editors, and the original editor of Oak Lawn Patch. In addition to Oak Lawn, Swanson is the editor of Palos, Evergreen Park, Alsip-Crestwood and Beverly-Mt. Greenwood Patch sites.
Before coming to Patch in 2010, Swanson was a community journalist covering local crime, politics and heartwarming features on Chicago’s Far North Side. She also had her own local news site, Lake Effect News, which was rated one of the top 25 blogs in Illinois.
Lately, she enjoys watching videos of tornados and baby eagles being hatched on Facebook. She can be reached at lorraine.swanson@patch.com.
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Oak Lawn|News|
'Endangered Person' Alert Issued For Burbank Teen, Now Missing 50 Days
BCA Hub Youth and Resource Center advocates plan Facebook Live update Sunday, July 26, for Patricia "PJ" Perez, 14, missing since June 7.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn|News|
Lisle Man Dies While In Oak Lawn Police Custody, Illinois State Police Conduct Independent Probe
The 43-year-old man reportedly ingested an unknown substance when he became unresponsive and was taken to the hospital, ISP said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
Pritzker Signs Law Establishing July 25 As 'Emmett Till Day ' To Keep Teen's And Mother's Legacy From Erasure
“This legislation ensures that Emmett Till and his mother, Mamie Till-Mobley, will never be forgotten,” Gov. J.B. Pritzker said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn|News|
Sweet Corn Arrives At Chicago Ridge Farmers Market, Open This Saturday
The Chicago Ridge Farmers Market is open Saturday, July 25, at the mall, featuring fresh produce, artisan breads, handcrafted gifts and more
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Palos, IL|News|
Habitat for Humanity Seeks Volunteers For Big Build Crew In August
Peace Memorial and New Hope UCC churches seek volunteers of all skill levels for Habitat for Humanity project, Aug. 14 and Aug. 15.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
South Side, IL|News|
South Side Parishes Notified Of Former Priest Accused Of Sexually Abusing Minor Over 30 Years Ago
Fr. Kenneth Fleck is accused of sexually abusing a minor at the former Our Lady of Peace Church over 30 years ago. A lawsuit is imminent.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn|News|
Oak Lawn Parish Notified Of Former Priest Accused Of Sexually Abusing Minor 30 Years Ago At Another Church
Fr. Kenneth Fleck, an administrator at St. Catherine in 2022, is accused of sexually abusing a minor over 30 years ago at another parish.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Palos, IL|News|
Palos Park Police Offer 2 Scam Seminars For Older Residents In Conjunction With National Night Out
Learn about the latest “Scams, Schemes, and Exploitation” at two seminars hosted by Palos Park police at the Kaptur Center, Tuesday, Aug. 4.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Evergreen Park, IL|News|
Evergreen Park Seeks Residents' Feedback For Proposed Yukich Fields Master Plan
Evergreen Park residents are encouraged to complete an online survey about the proposed Yukich Fields Master Plan and new amenities.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn|News|
Oak Lawn Teen With Type 1 Diabetes Plays For A Cure In Southside Fights For Diabetes Baseball Tournament
Forty youth teams across Chicagoland will join the Southside Fights for Diabetes Baseball Tournament July 24 thru July 26 at Hale Park.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Alsip-Crestwood, IL|News|
Worth Township Launches 2026 School Supply Drive
Worth Township Center is collecting school supplies for grades K-12 through July 30.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn|News|
St. Catherine, Brother Rice High School Stunned At Unexpected Loss Of 2026 Graduate Patrick Noonan, 17
Visitation and mass for Patrick Noonan, 17, will take place Thursday and Friday, respectively, at St. Catherine of Alexandria in Oak Lawn.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Evergreen Park, IL|News|
Evergreen Park Police Ramp Up Speed Enforcement Patrols
Evergreen Park police are joining a statewide campaign aimed at reducing speeding and other traffic violations through Aug. 14.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Evergreen Park, IL|News|
Sample Tasty Bites From 8 Food Trucks Thursday At Evergreen Park's 'Picnic In The Park'
Gather for an evening of tasty treats, beverages and tunes Thursday, July 23, at Klein (Circle) Park for EP's “Picnic In The Park.”
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
South Side, IL|News|
Southwest Side Businesses Alerted To 14 Burglaries In 2 Weeks Where Cash Registers Were Stolen
Break-ins have been reported in the Garfield Ridge, Archer Heights, West Lawn, Gage Park and Scottsdale neighborhoods from July 6 to July 20
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn|News|
Village Of Bridgeview Lifts Boil Order After Water Main Break
Village officials have lifted a boil advisory issued Monday after negative bacteriological tests confirmed water was safe to drink.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Alsip-Crestwood, IL|News|
South Suburban Death Notices, Week of July 20
South suburban obituaries and available visitation information.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn|News|
Hundreds Greet Big Boy 4014 In Smoke And Heat
Hundreds gathered in wildfire smoke and heat for another look at the Union Pacific's mighty Big Boy 4014 steam engine.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Palos, IL|News|
Palos Park Police To Take Part In IL Chiefs 'Speed Awareness Day'
Palos Park police will be stepping up patrols to reduce speeding Wednesday, July 22, for Illinois Speed Awareness Day.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
