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Murder suspect held for mental health assessment
Thursday, January 11, 2018  ::   Charges against a Chicago man suspected of killing his 81-year-old Oak Park relative have been put on hold to allow time for a mental health assessment. Police say the investigation into the death of Patrick Dooley, whose body was found on Jan. 6 inside his Oak Park apartment, determined possible issues of mental health needed to be assessed before any criminal actions are considered.
Online portal down for upgrades
Thursday, January 4, 2018  ::   VillageView, Oak Park's online information processing system, will go down temporarily at 5 p.m., Thurs., Jan 4, but is scheduled to be back online by Mon., Jan. 8 with new features.
Take precautions when temps plunge
Tuesday, January 2, 2018  ::   When temperatures plunge and wind chills reach dangerous levels, residents are urged to limit time outdoors for themselves and their pets, as well as to check in on friends and neighbors who may need assistance. Local warming centers are open.
Third suspect arrested in attempted armed robbery
Thursday, December 28, 2017  ::   Information gathered by Oak Park Police detectives led to the arrest Wednesday of the third and final suspect in a Dec. 11 attempted robbery of a 7-11 store at 240 Chicago Ave.
Single-use bag fee in effect January 1
Wednesday, December 20, 2017  ::   As of Jan. 1, shoppers in Oak Park’s larger retail stores are being charged 10 cents for every single-use bag the merchant provides to carry home purchases. Reusable bags are available to all residents free of charge in the lobby at Village Hall and the Public Works Center.
Missing child found safe in Michigan
Tuesday, December 19, 2017  ::   The 6-year-old child taken Saturday by her mother during a court-supervised visit at an Oak Park restaurant has been found safe. The mother is in custody and the father on his way to pick up his daughter.
Phone, wallet taken from pedestrian
Monday, December 18, 2017  ::   Oak Park Police are investigating the robbery of a pedestrian that occurred at about 6:40 a.m., today near Harrison Street and Carpenter Avenue. No weapons were involved and no contact was made between the victim and suspect.
2017 community award winners recognized
Wednesday, December 13, 2017  ::   More than 75 individuals, organizations and businesses were recognized at the Village of Oak Park's annual community awards ceremony Dec. 13 at the Nineteenth Century Club.
Suspect charged in three carjackings
Tuesday, December 12, 2017  ::   Oak Park Police have made another arrest in connection with three recent carjackings in the community. So far this year, Oak Park Police have arrested nine individuals in connection with 10 separate carjacking incidents.
Police offer seasonal crime tips
Friday, December 8, 2017  ::   The Oak Park Police Department is working to raise public awareness of some common crimes of the season by offering the following tips to help reduce the chances of becoming a victim.

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