The River Forest Tennis Club has withdrawn their planned development application,” Village Administrator Matt Walsh said.

Oak Park’s village government and local school districts reduced their energy use this year as the town eyes its ambitious sustainability goals.

With 2025 coming to a close, it’s time we take a look back at some of our biggest Oak Park news stories from the last year.

The day after Bovino was spotted in Forest Park, residents gathered outside Thorntons to speak out against the gas station ...

Demolition planned on Elizabeth Court. New single-family home design presented to Historic Preservation Commission ...

Seven candidates for the 7th District seat in the U.S. House took part in a forum focused on the country’s healthcare system, ...

Norma C. Brown, 98, of Oak Park, formerly of Melrose Park, Park Forest and Chicago, died on December 14, 2025, fiercely independent and fighting until the end. Born in Chicago on Oct. 16, 1927 to John ...

In my opinion — and as the opinion pages editor for this entire millennium so far, I know a thing or two about opinions — donating to Growing Community Media would not only benefit us, it would also ...

One of the many great parts of living in the Oak Park area is our easy access to the cultural riches of Chicago. With a quick Uber or train ride, you can be seated at the United Center or the Goodman ...

Blow the whistle, blow the whistle,Blow the whistle long and hard.At unlawful behavior in our own backyard.Senators in congress keep blowing smoke,Making everyday people scared and broke.Blinding us ...

One of the benefits of living in Oak Park is the active participation of many residents in activities that benefit the community. There are many Oak Parkers who work to improve our lives and provide ...

I recently shared this feedback with the District 97 school board. I would appreciate you contacting them if you agree: I am ...