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Community alert: Police activity on 6300 block of Roosevelt Rd.
Friday, November 22, 2024  ::   The Oak Park Police Department is investigating a homicide that occurred at around 7 a.m. this morning in the 6300 block of Roosevelt Rd. Officers arrived on scene and observed an overturned vehicle (white 2013 Jaguar XJ) on the 6400 block of Roosevelt Rd. that had appeared to have struck a nearby cement barricade and tree. Officers determined that the person inside, Scott Robinson (male Black, Chicago resident, 34 years old), had been shot. The scene was secured and the Oak Park Fire Department arrived to treat the victim. Robinson was removed from the vehicle with multiple gunshot wounds and transported to Loyola University Medical Center in critical condition. He succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at 7:45 a.m.
Village adjusting emergency response
Tuesday, November 19, 2024  ::   The Village is launching an Alternative Response to Calls for Service Pilot Program with the goal of enhancing overall community well-being and offering a compassionate alternative to emergency calls related to mental health.
Mental health crisis resources abound
Thursday, November 7, 2024  ::   When you or a loved one are in crisis, there are several ways to get the help you need. Depending on the urgency and severity of the situation, there are a variety of community resources ready to help.
Shape policymaking through feedback
Tuesday, November 5, 2024  ::   The Village is seeking feedback from residents and other stakeholders about a range of topics including economic vitality in Oak Park and whether an electric shuttle could help meet the community's tranportation needs.
Fall leaf collection now underway
Tuesday, October 29, 2024  ::   The Village’s Fall Leaf Collection Program begins Nov. 4, with six weekly pickups planned for each section of the Village through the week of Dec. 9. The key change this year is that residents will no longer place leaves directly in the street. Instead, they can choose from a variety of leaf collection options.
Día de Muertos event planned
Tuesday, October 22, 2024  ::   The Village of Oak Park is collaborating with numerous community partners to host the 2024 Día de Los Muertos Event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sat., Nov. 2 in Scoville Park. The free community event will feature entertainment, food, activities for kids and more.
Early Voting Ongoing at Village Hall
Wednesday, October 9, 2024  ::   Oak Park and Suburban Cook County voters can cast an early ballot for the 2024 Presidential Election seven days a week beginning Mon., Oct. 21 through Mon., Nov. 4 at Village Hall, 123 Madison St.
Raising awareness of breast cancer
Tuesday, October 1, 2024  ::   The Oak Park Public Health Department is marking Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October by sharing information to promote early detection and prevention of the disease.
Fire Department open house is Oct. 12
Tuesday, October 1, 2024  ::   Oak Parkers of all ages with an interest in modern firefighting and emergency medical services should mark their calendars for Saturday, Oct. 12 for the annual Fire Department open house.
Illinois Disaster Declaration for Severe Weather and Flooding Approved
Monday, September 23, 2024  ::   The President signed a federal Major Disaster Declaration authorizing the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Individual Assistance program to help recover from the effects of the severe weather experienced July 13-16, 2024.

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