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This November's government events in South Cook County

The following events are scheduled to take place in South Cook County this month.

By V. K. Soto | Oct 31, 2025

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Park Forest Fire Department urges residents to join free smoke alarm installation effort

The Park Forest Fire Department has installed more than 55 smoke alarms in local homes as part of a statewide safety campaign.

By L. L. Bradshaw | Oct 30, 2025

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South Cook County's local government meeting today at 5:30 pm

By V. K. Soto | Oct 29, 2025

South Cook County City Council Meeting starting at 5:30 pm today — here's what you need to know!

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Local government meetings today in South Cook County

By V. K. Soto | Oct 28, 2025

South Cook County Local Government Meetings today.

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Park Forest invites residents to participate in annual snowplow naming contest

By J. J. Calloway | Oct 27, 2025

The Village of Park Forest Public Works Department has launched its second annual Name the Plow contest, inviting residents to submit creative names for one of the village’s snowplows.

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Local Government Meetings today in South Cook County

By V. K. Soto | Oct 27, 2025

South Cook County Local Government Meetings today.

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Government-related events in South Cook County happening Oct. 26 - Nov. 1

By M. G. Stroud | Oct 27, 2025

South Cook County will host the following events throughout this week.

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Park Forest fire officials remind residents of furnace safety as winter approaches

By L. L. Bradshaw | Oct 24, 2025

As temperatures begin to fall, Park Forest fire officials are advising residents to take safety measures before using their furnaces for the first time this season.

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Park Forest police urge vigilance during National School Bus Safety Week

By L. L. Bradshaw | Oct 24, 2025

The Park Forest Police Department is urging drivers to observe school bus safety laws during National School Bus Safety Week.

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Park Forest releases third-quarter real estate and building permit statistics

By L. L. Bradshaw | Oct 24, 2025

The Village of Park Forest Building Department has published its latest data on real estate, occupancy, and building permits for the third quarter of 2025.

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Local Government Meeting today in South Cook County

By V. K. Soto | Oct 24, 2025

South Cook County Local Government Meeting today.

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Park Forest board to honor retiring police commander and review property management measures

By L. L. Bradshaw | Oct 24, 2025

The Park Forest Board of Trustees is scheduled to meet on Monday, October 27, to address property management issues and honor a retiring police commander.

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Park Forest Police Commander Julius Moore retires after 20 years of service

By P. S. King | Oct 24, 2025

Police Commander Julius Moore is retiring from the Park Forest Police Department after 20 years of service.

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Local government meetings today in South Cook County

By V. K. Soto | Oct 23, 2025

South Cook County Local Government Meetings today.

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Local government meetings today in South Cook County

By V. K. Soto | Oct 22, 2025

South Cook County Local Government Meetings today.

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Local government meetings today in South Cook County

By V. K. Soto | Oct 21, 2025

South Cook County Local Government Meetings today.

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Government events this week in South Cook County: Oct. 19-25

By M. G. Stroud | Oct 20, 2025

The following happenings are planned in South Cook County throughout this week.

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South Cook County hosts Local Government Meetings today

By V. K. Soto | Oct 20, 2025

South Cook County Local Government Meetings today.

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Park Forest Fire Department launches smoke alarm blitz after recent fires

By P. S. King | Oct 20, 2025

After two recent electrical fires in Park Forest, including one fatal incident, the Park Forest Fire Department is urging residents to take steps to improve home fire safety and prevention. “Electrical fires can happen in an instant,” said Deputy...

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Park Forest announces Safe Halloween event for families on October 25

By P. S. King | Oct 20, 2025

Families in Park Forest are preparing for the return of the annual Safe Halloween celebration, which will take place on Friday, Oct. 25, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the DownTown area.