Anti-Muslim hate crime: Homer Glen man arrested in Orland Park after failing to appear in court
A message written on the taillights, trunk and bumper of a home owner's car read, "Muhammad (expletive) be upon him," records state.
Chicago man with previous felony convictions arrested in Orland Park for having loaded gun: police
Matrice Smith has prior felony convictions for aggravated battery to a police officer and two armed robberies.
Hero bus driver honored for safely removing children before train hit school bus in Orland Park
The hero bus driver who safely removed all children before a train hit the bus in Orland Park on Feb. 4 was honored Wednesday.
Orland Park police: Man, woman charged after 2 handguns found in fanny pack, vehicle
Kelly Turner was told that she was also going to be placed into custody. When she heard this, she allegedly handed the fanny pack to the juvenile and instructed her to re-enter the mall and leave. Officers searched the fanny pack and allegedly found a loaded handgun with an extended magazine.
Orland Park police stop man for traffic violation, end up finding handgun in his waistband: authorities
A 38-year-old Chicago man has been charged after police found a weapon in his waistband during a traffic stop in Orland Park.
Chicago man charged with striking Orland Park police cars, fleeing officers during traffic stop
Within 48 hours of the incident, Orland Park police were able to identify the driver as 36-year-old Percy Bell of Chicago.
Orland Park school bus, train collision: Hero bus driver escorts children off before Metra strikes bus
Fire Chief Michael Scholfield said there were no injuries thanks to the bus driver, who quickly escorted the five children off the bus to safety minutes before the Metra train hit the bus.
Chicago man stole catalytic converter from Orland Park dealership, fled scene and caused vehicle crash: police
After crashing into another vehicle, Tyree Johnston allegedly fled on foot and was caught a short time later climbing on top of a shed in Orland Hills.
Suspects in vehicle with stolen plates flee Orland Square Mall parking lot after striking 2 squad cars
One squad car approached the minivan from behind, and another squad pulled in front of the minivan and activated their emergency lights. The driver of the minivan then placed the vehicle in reverse and struck a squad car.
Chicago man on federal probation arrested for stealing purse from car in Orland Square Mall parking lot
The victim told officers that an unknown man entered his vehicle and removed a purse. After taking the purse, the suspect fled in a silver colored Volkswagen, police said.
Man stole car from Orland Park Lifetime Fitness after victim left keys in locker room: police
While the victim was at Lifetime Fitness, he inadvertently left his car keys on a bench in the men's locker room, police said. When he went back to grab his keys, the victim discovered the keys and his vehicle were missing.
Suspects robbed victim at gunpoint in Orland Square Mall parking lot, arrested within 2 hours: police
Jeremy Hill allegedly exited a vehicle in a parking lot at Orland Square mall, grabbed a victim while displaying a handgun. When the victim tried to run, Hill struck the victim in the head with the gun.
Chicago restaurant owners struggling to find staff to open for business
“We held a job fair the other day. We were open from 12 to 5 p.m., and not one person came in, not one,” said Andre and Sue Williams.
Man steals $12,500 necklace from Orland Park jewelry store, sells it for a fraction of the price: police
Aaron Hicks allegedly gave a fake name and phone number to the jewelry store to view the necklace. He tried it on and then allegedly ran out of the store.
Thousands of Cook County businesses now required to ask for proof of vaccination
"The main thing Is that we are concerned about our children... having kids growing up in a world where basically they are seeing segregation. One group of people allowed in places and another group not being allowed. And we think that could have damaging psychological consequences," said a woman who did not give her name.
Proof of vaccination required at Chicago & Cook County bars, restaurants and gyms starting Monday
The new rules apply to everyone who is 5-years-old and up, though you are allowed to pop in and pick up takeout without a vaccination card if you're inside for less than ten minutes.