2025 at 4:50 pm CT.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Gerald Bennett (left) is running against AJ Pasek in the 2025 Palos Heights mayoral race on April 1 (Provided by Jerry Bennett and AJ Pasek)PALOS HILLS where AJ Pasek is challenging Gerald Bennett one of the longest serving mayors in Cook County Pasek is a retired hydraulic and pneumatic salesman He then became a substitute teacher in Districts 117 Pasek has served as one of Palos Hills’ two aldermen What differentiates him from the current mayor is that he is conservative Pasek said Bennett has not been a good steward of taxpayers’ money by kicking the can down the road when it comes to paying pension liabilities “He has greatly let the city down by inadequately funding the police pension over his 44 years in office,” Pasek said in his Patch candidate survey “This is a huge issue for the future of each real estate taxpayer in Palos Hills because this funding is required by law there are more police officers receiving pensions than putting into the pension This and the years of insufficient funding is creating a larger and larger deficit that the taxpayers will have to pay.” the proper handling of taxpayer dollars is his main concern “The current mayor has $600 garbage cans at the park named after him,” Pasek claimed “He also gave his secretary a $35,000 raise last September Both of these examples are an outrageous use of taxpayer money.” he plans to dedicate all of his time to the people by holding one job — mayor — and not divide his time between other business interests Improvements he believes Palos Hills residents would favor include allowing larger drivers to help keep vehicles off the street “Many of our homeowners have multiple vehicles & need more space than the standard driveway allow,” Pasek said “We should also address allowing work vans on the driveway overnight Many of our homeowners use work vans to make their living.” He favors term limits for elected officials and reducing the number of aldermen from ten to five which he claims would save the city approximately $60,000 per year “Term limits brings in more people and fresh eyes,” Pasek said “One thing residents say about me is that I always tell them the truth but they know I am honest and straightforward with them,” Pasek said “I always do what I can do and what the city can do for the residents.” Bennett did not turn in a Patch candidate survey He is running for his fourth term as mayor of Palos Hills he lists his tenure of the Southwest Conference of Mayors for 42 years chair of the Southwest Central 9-1-1 Dispatch Center for 39 years and chair of the Chicago Metro Agency for Planning (CMAP) for 20 years He is also a member of the executive committee and legislative chair and past chair of the Metro Mayors Conference Bennet claims Palos Hills is among the lowest of all Chicago suburbs in that the city only takes 5 percent of residents property tax bills which is managed with a “conservatively crafted budget.” Palos Hills has benefited from $6.4 million on new commercial developments and $139.6 million in residential developments,” Bennett said on a campaign flier.It is not known how Bennett feels about term limits Voters will need to go to their regular assigned precincts on election day, Tuesday, April 1. Voters can find their voter information here Check back with Palos Patch after the polls close at 7 p.m Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts. in the wake of the Department of Government Efficiency a Trump Administrative initiative headed by billionaire Elon Musk terminating Social Security office leases nationwide and other services Area residents are asked to gather outside the Social Security office at 10708 S The rally is intended to show support for Social Security which is designed to pay retired workers a continuing income after retirement The “Hands Off Social Security” rally is one of many planned at local social security offices in 23 states. More information can be found on Facebook The bunny has hidden eggs all over the park Bring a basket or bag as you hunt for eggs filled with treasures Be sure to charge your cell phone so you can take adorable pictures of your kids with the top rabbit Give yourself plenty of time for parking. This event waits for no one. Additional parking is available at Harvest Bible Church Wait, there’s more! The Sacred Heart Catholic Church Knights of Columbus are hosting “Breakfast With the Easter Bunny” and an Easter Egg hunt also happening Saturday Multi-age hunts will be held from 9 to 10:30 a.m The Easter Bunny will also be doing meet and greets with the kiddos Tickets are $10 for ages 12+, $7 for ages 3-11, under age 3, free. The breakfast features pancakes, sausage, bacon and beverages in the West Room of Sacred Heart Parish, 8245 W. 111th St., Palos Hills. Purchase tickets online. For more information, contact pastoral associate Peggy Dryden, pdrydenshgparish.org or call 410-833-1696 The plaintiffs — Traci Bachelder, Traci Hlado, Kristi Odem and Dorothy Walker — were the only women working for the Palos Hills Police Department During their time with the force from 2012 to 2021 they maintain they were subjected to continued harassment and subjected to micromanagement from which male colleagues were spared Also named in the original complaint were Palos Hills Police Chief Jeff Cucio and Deputy Chief Anthony Carraccio Cucio replaced retiring chief Paul Madigan when he was promoted to chief in 2020 Cucio then promoted Carraccio to deputy chief >>> Female Officers Sue Palos Hills Police Chief, City For Discrimination The plaintiffs described an environment in their complaint where male colleagues used “derogatory and unprofessional language” toward the female employees They also claimed they were subjected to remarks from the police chief and deputy chief about women not being qualified to be police officers Their complaint also accused Cucio of spreading “false rumors” about the female officers “sleeping around.” a veteran Palos Hills cop with 22 years on the force she was forced out of the detective division which he implied contained information on why she needed to leave the detective division you can write up your resignation letter and nobody has to know what’s going on,” the police chief allegedly said The complaint further states that Cucio told Bachelder she could fight it “but was not going to win.” Bachelder took it as a threat and retribution left the Palos Hills Police Department rather than face a negative performance evaluation due to the “discriminatory and hostile work environment.” Hlado was a respected Palos Hills police officer who rose through the ranks to lieutenant and given special assignments She stated in the complaint that it stopped after Cucio took over as chief in 2020 the four women penned a letter in April 2022 to city officials outlining their concerns of gender discrimination They were informed that Mayor Jerry Bennett had been apprised of their concerns the plaintiffs said they were each interviewed for several hours by an attorney supposedly hired by the city officials to investigate their claims When they failed to hear the outcome of the internal investigation the plaintiffs filed a complaint with the Illinois Department of Human Rights It was refiled with the state in January 2023 Cucio and Carricio were dismissed from the complaint as individual defendants in October before going to trial, the plaintiffs’ attorney, Heidi Karr-Sleper said, of the Wheaton-based law firm Kurtz, Sleper & Exline, LLC “Both were dismissed for no other reason than strategy,” Sleeper told Patch We filed an amended complaint and went after the city.” following a three-week trial at the Daley Center a jury agreed with the plaintiffs’ claims of discrimination and harassment according to court documents from the Cook County Circuit Court Bachedlor was awarded $35,000 for back pay and emotional distress damages The jury also found for Odom’s claim of discrimination and awarded her $45,000 in back pay Walker was awarded $39,000 in back pay for her discrimination pay the plaintiffs were awarded $189,000 in damages only Walker remains employed by the Palos Hills Police Department Kristi Odom and Dorothy Walker all hope that this verdict will promote change and more equal opportunities within the Palos Hills Police Department,” Sleeper said Patch has reached out to Bennett and the City of Palos Hills for comment 2025 at 7:55 am CT.css-79elbk{position:relative;}AJ Pasek is challenging long-time incumbent Gerald Bennett for mayor of Palos Hills in the upcoming April 1 election Early voting runs March 17 through March 31 the current 3rd Ward alderman of Palos Hills of 32 years is challenging the long-term incumbent Gerald Bennett for mayor of Palos Hills in the April 1 election Early voting starts March 17 through March 31 Retired hydraulic & pneumatic salesman Then became a substitute teacher in Districts 117 Alderman in the 3rd Ward of Palos Hills for 32 years The Police Pension in Palos Hills is currently under-funded by millions of dollars per the most recent real estate tax bill This is the most pressing issue in Palos Hills Many residents are unaware of this issue & its significance for them personally I will budget available money to increase funding to the Police Pension to keep it strong The current mayor has failed the community by not being a good steward of taxpayers’ money He has greatly let the city down by inadequately funding the Police Pension over his 44 years in office This is a huge issue for the future of each real estate taxpayer in Palos Hills because this funding is required by law This & the years of insufficient funding is creating a larger & larger deficit that the taxpayers will have to pay As an alderman in Palos Hills 3rd Ward for 32 years I have had constant contact with the residents of my area I initially became interested in politics while trying to save a wetland on property behind my house I got involved trying to stop a developer from changing our local zoning I worked to get vehicle sticker fees eliminated I have worked with & am a long standing member of the Palos Hills Horseman Association (PHHA) The PHHA is one of the gems in our community many residents in regard to flooding & storm water issues I spoke against & eventually put an end to the elaborate weekend downtown on the taxpayers’ dime that some aldermen & their wives enjoyed One thing residents say about me is that I always tell them the truth but they know I am honest & straight-forward with them I always do what I can do and what the city can do for the residents what accomplishment would make your term in office as a success?My term in office would be a success if I could do Police Pension reform & funding & have more direct involvement with residents the proper handling of taxpayer dollars is my #1 concern Poor spending management &/or squandering of taxpayer dollars is absolutely wrong $600 garbage cans & $35,000 raises are wrong Palos Hills has a low crime rate & our police will continue doing their job for the residents of Palos Hills it is imperative that the Police Pension be funded properly for us to continue to attract & more importantly Palos Hills should change the business zoning schedule to make it easier for new businesses that want to be in Palos Hills it can take several months for a business to be approved or denied in Palos Hills 1) An improvement for residents would be allowing larger driveways to help keep vehicles off the street Many of our homeowners have multiple vehicles & need more space than the standard driveway allows 2) We should also address allowing work vans on the driveway overnight Many of our homeowners use work vans to make their living Business zoning schedule should be updated Term limits brings in more people & fresh eyes I brought up term limits years ago but it fell flat I would also like to reduce the number of aldermen Reducing to 5 aldermen would be a cost savings of approximately $60,000 per year I ran this mayoral campaign with my own personal funds I have never had a fundraiser & I am not indebted to anyone for anything I will do my best for the people of Palos Hills Thank you very much for all the support I have received during this campaign 2025 at 5:04 am CT.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Here are the unofficial results of the municipal ward and treasurer races in Palos Heights and Palos Hills IL — Palos voters headed to the polls Tuesday and cast votes in the municipal It was a good night for incumbents representing the wards of Palos Heights and Palos Hills In Palos Heights’ only contested ward race incumbent Jack Clifford was leading challenger Jennifer Case by a slim margin of 326 to 302 vote by mail and write-in votes still have to be counted Incumbent James Daemicke won another term as the City of Palos Heights treasurer with 1,704 votes (70.44%) over challenger George Popelka Many of the local races were uncontested or short a candidate opening the door to future appointments or write-in candidates The results of the certified write-in contests will not be available for seven business days Here are the results for contested municipal ward races in Palos Hills: *Michael Price - 361 (71.06%)Haytham Elyan - 147 (28.94%) *Mark Howard Brachman - 182 (58.15%)Stanley Lagodzinski - 131 (41.85%) *Jennifer Rose Frankowicz - 422 (67.02%)Sandy Szcygiel - 207 (32.91%) Abed - 190 (65.97%)Anna Biedrzycki - 98 (34.03) 2025 at 1:05 pm CT.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Palos Hills crime (Palos Hills Police Facebook)PALOS HILLS IL — Three people tried to break into a pawn shop during the overnight hours of Feb Surveillance video captured a dark sedan pulling into the parking lot of A to Z Pawn and Resale Shop at 112th Street and Southwest Highway Three people got out of the vehicle and tried to pry open the front door of the pawnshop with a crowbar they got back into their car and took off down Southwest Highway 2025 at 7:14 pm CT.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Challenger Haytham Elyyan is running for 1st Ward alderman for the City of Palos Hills in the April 1 election Early voting runs from March 17 through March 31 IL — Challenger Haytham Elyyan is running for 1st Ward alderman for the City of Palos Hills in the April 1 election Facebook: Haytham Elyyan for: Palos Hills 1ST Ward Alderman One of my older brothers has been with the Chicago Police Department since 2001 and currently serves as a Lieutenant I have been serving with the Park Forest Police Department since 2015 I was employed as a Community Service Officer with both the Lincolnshire and Richton Park Police Departments Transparency and resident engagement are two of the most pressing issues I have several ideas that could significantly boost resident involvement One of the first initiatives I would implement is the live streaming or recording of city council meetings By making these meetings accessible online residents could stay informed at their convenience This would be especially beneficial for those with family obligations or for our senior residents who may find it difficult to attend meetings in person due to transportation challenges I bring a wealth of experience from my work in various municipalities and I am excited to contribute that knowledge to the community I hold a Master's Degree in Public Safety Administration from Calumet College of St especially in areas where progress has seemed stagnant and I am committed to driving meaningful change for our community I believe the current Alderman has not effectively addressed some needs of our residents It can be something as simple as a tree that needs to be trimmed or how to address reckless driving in our neighborhoods I’ve had the opportunity to speak with many community members and a recurring sentiment I’ve heard is that they feel unheard or overlooked when their concerns go unaddressed I will make it my top priority to respond to the needs of our most important stakeholders—our residents I will ensure it is given the attention it deserves If I am unable to resolve the issue directly I will guide residents to the appropriate resources and channels to ensure their voices are heard and acted upon Voters should trust me because I bring a combination of experience With years of service in law enforcement and a strong educational background I have consistently demonstrated a commitment to serving with transparency and accountability I believe in listening to residents' concerns My track record reflects a deep respect for the values of honesty and I am fully dedicated to putting the needs of the community first the accomplishment that would define my success is fostering stronger community engagement and building trust between residents and local government I would consider it a success if I could implement initiatives that make city council meetings more accessible especially those of underrepresented groups and involved community would be my primary goal as it lays the foundation for long-term positive change and progress My approach to fiscal policy and government spending is it starts responsibility I believe that taxpayer dollars should be treated with the utmost care and respect Every decision regarding spending must be justified with a clear benefit to the community and resources should be allocated in a way that maximizes value for residents I support a balanced approach where essential services are funded adequately It’s also important to regularly review budgets and ensure that public funds are being used efficiently my goal is to ensure that every dollar spent contributes directly to improving the quality of life for residents and that taxpayers feel confident in how their money is being managed there is always more we can do to prevent crime and minimize its impact.One of the most effective ways to reduce crime is by fostering trust and open communication between law enforcement and the community allowing officers to work alongside residents to identify and address concerns before they escalate It’s crucial that law enforcement is viewed as both a resource and a partner not just a response to dialing 9-1-1.Additionally we must ensure our officers have the tools and technology they need to stay ahead of criminals our strategies and resources must adapt to meet new crime trends we can empower our officers to be more proactive in preventing crime before it happens We need to continue to attract businesses that will provide both jobs and services to our community That means creating an environment that is conducive to small business growth it’s essential to streamline the process for both prospective developers and current homeowners looking to improve or beautify their properties Simplifying the permitting and approval processes can encourage development while ensuring that projects move forward in a timely and efficient manner This will not only attract new developers but also empower existing homeowners to make improvements that enhance their properties and the overall community we can create a more welcoming environment for development and homeownership enhancements I believe there should be term limits on municipal boards Implementing term limits helps ensure fresh perspectives and prevents any single individual or group from holding too much power for an extended period of time It promotes a healthy rotation of leadership which can bring in new ideas and innovative solutions to address the evolving needs of the community.Term limits also foster greater accountability as board members will know that they have a set period to make a meaningful impact and contribute to positive changes it opens up opportunities for more residents to get involved in local governance creating a more inclusive and representative decision-making process.While experience can be valuable we prevent stagnation and ensure that our municipal boards remain responsive to the dynamic needs and desires of the community I would intend to serve my entire term of office I believe it's important for voters to understand not only my but the principles that drive my decisions striving to maintain transparency and accountability in all of my actions this means making decisions that prioritize the well-being of our community without being swayed by special interests or political pressures I am also deeply focused on finding practical collaborative solutions to the challenges we face I believe that true progress happens when people come together to work through problems I want to be a leader who is accessible and empathetic It’s essential that every voice is considered when making decisions that affect our city.I want voters to know that above all I am someone who will prioritize the people and strive for a future where all can thrive If there are any specific questions about my positions or how I plan to approach issues serving the business communities of Palos Hills and Hickory Hills has assembled business members H and representatives from Cook County and others will be available to answer questions For older adults approaching retirement who have inquiries about Medicare and its services this is an opportunity to obtain information AllstateAthleticoBCBS of IllinoisByLine BankComEdCook County Commissioner's Office 6th DistrictCross Country Mortgage Fleitas TeamEdward JonesGreen Hills LibraryHickory Hills Police DepartmentHills Chamber of CommerceHolistic TherapeuticiCashIllinois Pathways to HealthIllinois Tollway (get your iPass Sticker)Lack & SonsMetropolitan Family ServicesMidAmerica OrthopaedicsNicorNorth Palos Fire Protection DistrictPalos Township (Blood Pressure Screenings)PathlightsRoberts Park Fire Protection DistrictSociety of St Vincent de PaulThe Cognitive ClinicUnited Healthcare 2025 at 1:18 pm CT.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Palos Hills Crime (Shutterstock)PALOS HILLS IL — A man was arrested when found Palos Hills police found guns and drugs in his vehicle after a traffic crash is facing charges of unlawful use or possession of a firearm by a felon obstructing identification and possession of an unspecified controlled substance Torres was involved in a traffic crash Jan 3 near 100th Street and Roberts Road when officers said they found a Highpoint 9mm handgun and a David Industries .380 caliber handgun Police said Torres tried to obscure his identify by passing himself as his brother to officers with the duo launching the Palos Hills sneaker 2024 via 100 Thieves and on November 6 via adidas as The Three Stripes partnered with 100 Thieves as an official sponsor The duo is set to continue their partnership with the launch of an all-new silhouette that takes inspiration from Nadeshot with the adidas Palos Hills and more in the sneaker and streetwear world Release Date11/02/2024 (100 Thieves); 11/06/2024 (Global)SKUJI4306ColorwayPantone/Ecru Tint/Collegiate OrangeRetail Price$130Live Price$25Release infoImages via adidas Release Date11/02/2024 (100 Thieves); 11/06/2024 (Global)SKUJH9125ColorwayCarbon/Cream White/Collegiate OrangeRetail Price$130Live Price$29Release infoImages via adidas Enjoy all the latest sneaker raffle and releases and exclusive sneaker news in the palm of your hand Please select what you would like included for printing: Copy the text below and then paste that into your favorite email application 2024 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox.  Bennett Flagg and beloved pet Teddy.  Dora was a member of Parkview Christian Church in Orland Park and pool manager of the Timbers in Palos Hills.  Family will receive friends at Kurtz Memorial Chapel 2024 from 9:00 AM until time of the funeral service at 11:00 AM Enter your phone number above to have directions sent via text This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply Service map data © OpenStreetMap contributors 2024 at 3:19 pm CT.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Santa will be touring Palos Hills on Sunday See the map and track his route on the SantaTracker IL — Santa will be taking time out of his busy schedule for a ride-along through Palos Hills Police will be escorting the Jolly Old Elf all over town from 3 to 4:30 p.m He'll be bringing along some of his elves and the Grinch that ends and starts at the public works building at 108th Street and Roberts Road Santa will be passing by all the hot spots along Roberts Road, 111th, 108th and 107th Streets, and 86th, 84th and 88th Avenues. He'll be going by all the parks, including Indian Woods, Aspen, Glacier Parks and Bennett Park, Moraine Valley Community College, the Riveria and through the Green Oaks Apartments and Scenic Tree Condos. Track his route on SantaTracker “We tried to pick certain places to get the most people,” said a Palos Hills park official. Patch has shared the city's map of Santa's route. If Santa isn't going down your street Staff will tell you the best place to stand where you can see him in your area 2025 at 8:29 pm CT.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Incumbent Michael Price is running for reelection as 1st Ward alderman for the City of Palos Hills in the April 1 election IL — Incumbent Michael Price is running for reelection as 1st Ward alderman for the City of Palos Hills in the April 1 election Facebook - "Alderman Mike Price 1st Ward Palos Hills" Previous work history includes Pillars Community Health American Red Cross and the Des Plaines Valley Community Center Small business owner for 20 years – MALIBU Asphalt Maintenance (1988-2008) Current 1st Ward Alderman for the City of Palos Hills since 2018 Park District Commissioner for the Bridgeview Park District from 1984 to 1986 * Helped to successfully secure funding for local park and facilities * Work closely with Public Works Commissioner on infrastructure improvement projects within the 1st Ward * Worked closely with Building Commissioner on building code upgrades resident concerns and safety issues * Work with local service organizations that promote and enhance Palos Hills programs and services * Outstanding representation at city meetings and events * I prioritize in responding to constituent questions and concerns promptly I have supported balanced city budgets and responsible spending I have a common sense approach to city government and as a resident of Palos Hills I want what's best for our city I feel the city has been fiscally responsible by utilizing numerous grant opportunities that helped fund public works projects and the development of Bennett Park These grants help Palos Hills maintain our low tax rate Palos Hills has one of the lowest crime rates in Illinois I will continue to support our Police Department and in securing new equipment and technology to keep our residents safe Our local businesses are a vital part of our community providing resources Palos Hills has experienced unprecedented growth in our business community in the last four years I have actively promoted and supported current and new businesses My wife Kara and I have lived in Palos Hills for 30 years Our children (Jamie & Noah) attended schools here in town including Stagg and Moraine Valley Community College.I have volunteered for numerous organizations and programs throughout my life I will continue to represent the citizens of Palos Hills by: 2025 at 10:02 am CT.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Palos Hills Crime (Renee Schiavone/Patch)PALOS HILLS IL — Four people stole alcohol from a business after they asked to use the bathroom Officers answered a call April 10 about a retail theft at a business in the 10300 block of South Harlem Avenue The employee told police that four people entered the store and asked to use the bathroom The four then walked over to the coolers and took three cases of Modelo beer and a bottle of wine They left the store and were last seen fleeing toward a local motel WE INDEPENDENTLY CHOOSE ALL PRODUCTS FEATURED ON OUR SITE. 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YOU CAN LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR AFFILIATE POLICY IN OUR TERMS OF USE The 100 Thieves x Adidas Palos Hills Collection Releases In NovemberRelease Adidas a blend of workwear and esports-inspired fashion Building on their head-to-toe collaboration from earlier this year the latest collection introduces bold aesthetics The apparel selection draws from workwear and vintage esports vibes centering on a long-sleeve jersey with motocross influences that recalls the early days of gaming attire and a crossbody bag offer edgy accessories that match the apparel’s bold style a black heavyweight hooded jacket and carpenter-style pants give a rugged yet refined look complete with subtle 100 Thieves and adidas branding Highlighting the collection is the new Palos Hills sneaker This shoes reinterpret a rare archival adidas silhouette pairing a vintage feel with fresh design touches including 100 Thieves’ iconic script logo on the tongue the Palos Hills sneakers bring a distinctive flair to the collection and mark a pivotal addition to the brand’s design journey An exclusive 16-page zine complements the launch bringing Japanese streetwear and early 2000s magazine aesthetics to life The zine features a photoshoot with 100 Thieves creator Vinnie Hacker and a manga-inspired comic by GOODNEWSFORBADGUYS providing fans with a unique collector’s item alongside the collection The "Palos Hills" collection launches November 2nd on 100thieves.com with a global release on November 6th via adidas.com 2024 at 11:02 am CT.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Palos Hills crime (Palos Hills PD Facebook)PALOS HILLS IL — Palos Hills police are investigating a motor vehicle theft that happened Oct The vehicle owner told officers they parked their 2017 Chevy Camaro in their friend’s driveway Police said there was glass from the front passenger window in the grass 2025 at 4:50 PM\"}]}],[\"$\",\"h3\",null,{\"className\":\"text-sm font-uncutSans font-medium line-clamp-3\",\"children\":\"The Air Jordan 10 Retro Steel Grey Returns August 2025\"}]]}]]}]}]]}]]}]\n"])Related NewsOctober 28 2024 at 2:25 pm CT.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Ahmad El-Zobi is charged with felony predatory criminal sexual assault and aggravated criminal abuse of a victim under 13 25 by a grand jury as the result of a child sex assault was charged with two felony counts of predatory criminal sex assault against a child and two felony counts of aggravated child sex abuse Police said it did not involve a family member Al-Z0bi was released after a pretrial hearing 2025 at 2:06 pm CT.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Palos Hills police reports (Palos Hills Police Facebook)Disorderly Conduct A 22-year-old Palos Hills man made “numerous” calls to 911 dispatch on Jan Dispatchers told police the calls were “threatening in nature.” Rasaan Clay was charged with felony disorderly conduct Palos Hills police officers went to the 10100 block of 84th Terrace in reference to a disturbance call Reports said police met an “irate subject” who spat at an officer The following information comes from the Arlington Heights Police Department and court records as a record of police activity including incidents reported by the public and those arrested by police Criminal charges represent accusations by the state and are often dropped or reduced Updated information may be available from the Cook County Clerk of the Circuit Court Every person arrested is presumed innocent unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law 2024 at 9:41 pm CT.css-79elbk{position:relative;}For those who choose to participate in the holiday on Thursday Here are trick-or-treating hours for Palos Heights IL — Kids will soon be combing the streets of Palos Heights Palos Hills and Palos Park in search of candy on Halloween Trick-or-treating hours in Palos Hills are set for 3 to 7:30 p.m Palos Park has no set hours but leaves it up to parents and residents to decide when to call in their kids for the night >>> Trunks Will Be Open Wednesday At Worth Township's Trunk or Treat Officials ask that residents turn on their front porch light if they plan to participate in handing out candy drive slowly and watch for costumed pedestrians - Patch's Best 2024 Halloween Yard Haunts: Cook County, Chicago All but one of the motor vehicle break-ins took place in community parking lots of apartment and condominium complexes Another car that was parked in a private driveway was stolen It is not known if the incidents are related Two vehicles parked on driveways were also targeted Officers were called to the 10000 block of 86th Court where the owner found their vehicle window broken Clothing and a child’s stuffed toy were stolen a resident reported that their vehicle was stolen from their driveway in the 10100 block of 86th Court During a court-authorized search of Betuni’s residence in Palos Hills in December 2022 law enforcement were alleged to have found more than 1,200 rounds of associated ammunition also known as “Glock switches,” which equip semi-automatic firearms to fire multi[le rounds with a single pull of the trigger >>> IL Man Sent Gun Parts To Israel Disguised As George Foreman Grills, Auto Parts Agents from the Department of Homeland Security came across Betuni’s Apple iCloud account The federal complaint alleges that law enforcement found numerous photos saved between 2017 and 2018 of what appeared to be Betuni and a young child posing with various rifles equipped with drum magazines There were also pictures and video of Betuni with rifles with silencers and photos of Glocks with auto-rear switches enabling the firearms to function as a machine gun Agents also found instructions on how to install a switch on a Glock Agents also searched Betuni’s residence when he was not home in December 2022 approximately 28 pounds of marijuana that was vacuum sealed in approximate one-pound quantities Three suspected Glock auto-sear switches were found in a Band-aid box in his closet Betuni’s arrest and conviction were the result of a years-long, multi-agency investigation between the U.S. Attorney’s Office and law enforcement partners “Export-control violations are critically important because they undermine federal laws and regulations that seek to protect international security,” said Acting U.S Attorney’s Office will continue to work with our law enforcement partners to relentlessly pursue those who seek to exploit U.S 2024 at 9:04 am CT.css-79elbk{position:relative;}A crew snuck onto the lot of Baha Auto Group stealing three high-end preowned vehicles IL — Thieves hit a Palos Hills auto dealership for the second time since April when several vehicles were stolen during the overnight hours last week Police said the crew stole three high-end vehicles Officers observed glass on the ground and a broken chain security chain In April, a thief drove a 2002 Toyota Corolla through the security chain at the auto dealer 2025 at 8:39 pm CT.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Incumbent Mark Brachmann is running for 2nd Ward alderman in the City of Palos Hills in the April 1 election Early voting begins March 17 through March 31 IL — Mark Brachmann is running for re-election as 2nd Ward alderman for the City of Palos Hills in the April 1 election Second Ward Town/City of Residence Palos Hills Retired Elementary School Teacher District 97 Oak Park (32 years) Elementary School Board District 104 (4 years) Pressing issues are providing necessary services to our residents Being responsive to the concerns of the residents Each of us is on the city council for the same reason that is to represent our residents and to pass ordinances that protect them and their homes To continue responding to constituent’s concerns and issues 2 To have a very good relationship with all department heads and the mayor Eighteen years of being elected and reelected to serve If I can’t give them the response or answer they want Common sense spending and don’t spend beyond your means Extremely low crime rate and rare violent crime if any We are also continuing to have contractors building residential homes I have been involved in negotiating with various administrators over conflicting issues and was able to arrive at a consensus satisfying all I think this ability to see both sides of an issue can only benefit my constituents 2024 at 3:04 pm CT.css-79elbk{position:relative;}A 69-year-old Palos Hills woman who was last seen late Wednesday evening was found safe Thursday IL —A missing 69-year-old woman from Palos Hills was found safe on Thursday afternoon Palos Hills and Cook County Sheriff’s police have been searching since the morning 2025 at 10:43 pm CT.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Palos Hills Crime (Palos Hills Facebook)PALOS HILLS IL — A Palos Hills resident near 109th Street and Southwest Highway said a loan was purchased on their account for a new vehicle they didn’t order The resident told officers they saw a vehicle loan on their Capital One account on March 3 When they contacted the Capital One fraud department reports said they were informed that someone must have stolen their identify and purchased a vehicle online