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Voices From the Field: Preslie Dempster 2026 DIII Watch List

Voices From the Field — For Preslie Dempster, softball is more than competition—it’s a stage for character, perseverance, and purpose. The Oak Forest High School standout and Belhaven University commit has carved a legacy defined by consistency, leadership, and championship pedigree. As a two-time MAIS Futures selection, 2024 MAIS Defensive Player of the Year, and […]Oak Forest · Oak Forest Read Article

As receiver, linebacker or on special teams, Andrew Dawson makes plays for Oak Forest. ‘Big part of who I am.’

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Oak Forest’s Andrew Dawson grew up with a vivid, keen sense of action-driven performance. The senior receiver was never one for enjoying idle moments or time spent just lounging around and watching TV, unless it happened to be an engrossing football or baseball game. “There were no video games around my family,” Dawson said. “Competition is a big part of me. I can’t just not do anything. I can’t just sit around. Sports keeps me busy all the time…Oak Forest · Oak Forest Read Article

Cook County found hiding behind dumpsters after abusing juvenile at gas station: police

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A man is in custody after police say he inappropriately touched a juvenile girl at a gas station in suburban Oak Forest.Oak Forest · Oak Forest Read Article

Oak Forest Sees ‘Cicero Avenue of Tomorrow’ in Housing, Business Development Projects

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Town Mourns 2 Boys | ICE Didn't Take Missing Teen | 1 Year After Fire, Legacy Business To Close

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ALSO: Child porn arrest | I-355 shooting | Car hits deer, hit 4 times | Grocer to change owner | Teen's perfect scoreOak Forest · Oak Forest Read Article

Attempted Murder Charge After Woman, 33, Shot Driver During Fight On Bishop Ford: State Police

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The incident happened on I-94 near 159th Street early Sunday, state police said.Oak Forest · Oak Forest Read Article

From hospitalized and paralyzed, Paityn Castillo makes miraculous return for Oak Forest. ‘It’s a wild story.’

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Watching sophomore outside hitter Paityn Castillo play with reckless abandon on the volleyball court for Oak Forest, it’s difficult to imagine the journey she has been through the past year. She runs, jumps, hits and makes digs for the junior varsity team. It all looks so normal that even people in the Bengals’ volleyball circles have a hard time believing she has returned so strong. “It was almost like nothing ever happened,” said Zach Kirkilas…Cleveland Cavaliers · Oak Forest Read Article

Natalia Covarrubias, both a center and guard in basketball, heats up for Oak Forest volleyball. ‘The hot hand.’

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Don’t get the wrong idea — Oak Forest’s Natalia Covarrubias loves to play basketball. A couple of NCAA Division III programs are looking at her for that sport. It appears basketball will be her future, but for Covarrubias, the pressure gets turned off when she’s on the volleyball court. “I love volleyball because it’s such a fun sport to play,” she said. “It’s stress free, and I love the girls and the team. It shows more of my identity. My growt…Volleyball · Oak Forest Read Article

Steve Millar’s 3 takeaways from Week 5 of the high school football season in the Southland

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We are already past the halfway point of the high school football regular season. We have some unexpected teams who have already punched their ticket to the playoffs — Oak Lawn, anyone? — and some perennial powers whose postseason hopes are in peril. As we head into the back half of the season, let’s take a look at where everyone stands in the Southland with my Week 5 impressions. Who’s in? Who’s out? Breaking down the playoff picture We have se…Oak Forest · Oak Forest Read Article

Students Speak Up For Oak Forest HS Teacher Under Scrutiny For Charlie Kirk Post

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An OFHS alumna started a petition in support of Laurie Genardo, a beloved longtime English teacher at the school.Oak Forest · Oak Forest Read Article

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Voices From the Field: Preslie Dempster 2026 DIII Watch List

As receiver, linebacker or on special teams, Andrew Dawson makes plays for Oak Forest. ‘Big part of who I am.’

Cook County found hiding behind dumpsters after abusing juvenile at gas station: police

Oak Forest Sees ‘Cicero Avenue of Tomorrow’ in Housing, Business Development Projects

Town Mourns 2 Boys | ICE Didn't Take Missing Teen | 1 Year After Fire, Legacy Business To Close

Attempted Murder Charge After Woman, 33, Shot Driver During Fight On Bishop Ford: State Police

From hospitalized and paralyzed, Paityn Castillo makes miraculous return for Oak Forest. ‘It’s a wild story.’

Natalia Covarrubias, both a center and guard in basketball, heats up for Oak Forest volleyball. ‘The hot hand.’

Steve Millar’s 3 takeaways from Week 5 of the high school football season in the Southland

Students Speak Up For Oak Forest HS Teacher Under Scrutiny For Charlie Kirk Post

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Voices From the Field: Preslie Dempster 2026 DIII Watch List

As receiver, linebacker or on special teams, Andrew Dawson makes plays for Oak Forest. ‘Big part of who I am.’

Cook County found hiding behind dumpsters after abusing juvenile at gas station: police

Oak Forest Sees ‘Cicero Avenue of Tomorrow’ in Housing, Business Development Projects

Town Mourns 2 Boys | ICE Didn't Take Missing Teen | 1 Year After Fire, Legacy Business To Close

Attempted Murder Charge After Woman, 33, Shot Driver During Fight On Bishop Ford: State Police

From hospitalized and paralyzed, Paityn Castillo makes miraculous return for Oak Forest. ‘It’s a wild story.’

Natalia Covarrubias, both a center and guard in basketball, heats up for Oak Forest volleyball. ‘The hot hand.’

Steve Millar’s 3 takeaways from Week 5 of the high school football season in the Southland

Students Speak Up For Oak Forest HS Teacher Under Scrutiny For Charlie Kirk Post

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