Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
LTHS Board Approves Contract Extension For Superintendent
The new contract begins on July 1, and expires on June 30, 2026.
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- Lemont, IL
I cover the south/southwest suburbs of Chicago, including Lemont, Homer Glen, Lockport, Frankfort, Bolingbrook and Romeoville. I have a passion for local news and love to delve into each town's issues and community.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Resident Among Winners Of Preserve's Spring Challenge
The winners will split $900 in Amazon gift cards that made up the top prizes for the challenge.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
July 4th 2024 Fireworks, Events Around Frankfort
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Frankfort.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
IDOT Will Invest $6.4M In Romeoville 2025 Road Improvement Projects
Projects include improvements at I-55 and Airport/Lockport Road, and at I-55 and IL 126.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Waves Of Storms Possible, 'Seasonable Summertime' Weather For Illinois
Several waves of storms are possible starting Monday night through Tuesday night.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Prince Arcades Celebrates Expansion At The Promenade Bolingbrook
The new space is expected to open before July 1.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Heritage Park Closing Monday For Upcoming HomerFest
The park will be closed for all recreation activities through June 30.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Frankfort Country Market Expands Into New Parking Lot
The Country Market is held every Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through Oct. 27.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Fish For Trash At Hidden Lakes Trout Farm
The ongoing event, from July 9 to July 18, asks guests to help pick up litter in the preserve.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Hot Weather Continues, Severe Storms Possible Saturday For Illinois
A few storms could be strong to severe on Saturday afternoon and evening.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Lincoln-Way East Student Advances To Microsoft National Competition
Newberry will represent Illinois at the upcoming 2024 Microsoft Office Specialist U.S. National Championship in Orlando.
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Lemont|News|
D113A Approves Assistant Principals For Old Quarry, River Valley
The Board hired Kristen Salwierak as an Assistant Principal at Old Quarry and Johnny Billingsley as the Assistant Principal of River Valley.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Upside-Down Flags: Officials Could Face Fines, Charges Under New Bills
State Rep. Benton filed the bills after Homer Township Supervisor Balich flew the flag upside down amid ex-President Trump's conviction.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
LTHS Board Farewells Student Board Members, Selects 24-25 Members
The student board members for the 2024-2025 school year will officially be sworn in to their roles at the Aug. 19 meeting.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
No One Injured After Garage Fire In Romeoville Damages Homes: FD
The fire department responded at 2 p.m. Wednesday for the attached garage fire.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Fry The Coop Opening Bolingbrook Location In July
Fry the Coop will open at 274 S. Weber Road, which is the former Chipotle space.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook To Share Improvement Costs At Plainfield-Naperville, Regan
Bolingbrook has jurisdiction over the east leg of the intersection.
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Lemont|News|
Lemont Resident Self-Publishes Second Novel
Severson's new book, "The Estate Sale," is about a man's life told through items at his estate sale.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Cooling Centers Available As Heat Index Values Near 100
The National Weather Service said hot and humid conditions will continue through Saturday.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Cone With A Cop Planned For June 25 At Culver's
Frankfort residents can join members of the Frankfort Police Department for conversation and an ice cream cone.
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