Frankfort, IL|News|
Back To School: Lincoln-Way D210 2025-26 School Year Calendar
The first day of school is Aug. 19 for Lincoln-Way students.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
- 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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Romeoville, IL|News|
Closures Expected At Romeoville Forest Preserves This Week
As part of the Forest Preserve's annual maintenance plan, select preserves will be closed the week of Aug. 4.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Heat, Humidity Slowly Return; Hazy Skies Continue For Illinois
Highs will climb into the 90s by Friday for the Chicago area.
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Lemont|News|
Crash Causes Car To Hit House In Lemont: Police
Lemont Police responded to the two-vehicle crash in the 12800 block of Archer Avenue at 3:41 p.m. on Friday.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
State Rep. Avelar Hosts Back To School Fair On Saturday
The fair, held from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, will be at Annerino Center, 201 Recreation Drive.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Back To School: LTHS 2025-26 School Year Calendar
LTHS students will head back to school on Aug. 18.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
Romeoville's Community Garage Sale Set For Sept. 6
Residents can register by Sept. 3 to be included in the Village's publication of participating homes.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Back To School: Frankfort District 157-C 2025-26 School Year Calendar
District 157-C students will head back to school on Aug. 21.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Smoky Skies Continue, Temperatures Stay Cooler For The Weekend In Illinois
The IEPA has again issued an air pollution action day for Aug. 1 for all of Illinois due to wildfire smoke.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Fire Department Accepting Applications For Firefighters
The Village shared that the application window is open until Aug. 31.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Chicago Has Worst Air Quality Among World's Major Cities On Thursday
The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency has issued a "red forecast air pollution action day" for Thursday.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Military History Weekend Returns To Lockport Sept. 6-7
The "multi-era celebration" of America's military legacy draws thousands each year, according to the park district.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
State Rep. Patrick Sheehan Announces Re-Election Campaign
Sheehan represents the 37th District, which includes parts of Homer Glen, Lockport, Joliet, Mokena, Orland Park and New Lenox.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
Romeoville Police Pull Out All The Stops For Aug. 5 National Night Out Event
You will be able to spot superheroes of all kinds at the annual event.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Person Rescued From Frankfort Pond After Mental Health Crisis: Police
"Situations like these remind us of the power of partnership and the importance of mental health awareness in our community," police said.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
State Rep. Manley Hosts Civil Discourse Discussion With Bolingbrook Grad, Local Leaders
Rep. Manley was deeply inspired by Bolingbrook grad Miriam Tsegay's presentation on civil discourse.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Storms Could Bring Torrential Rain, Damaging Winds To Chicago Area
There is also a high swim risk at Lake Michigan beaches through Friday.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Preserve Celebrates Decades Of Wetland Restoration In Will County
The celebration will be held from 10 a.m. to noon on Aug. 8 at Hadley Valley-Gougar Road access.
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Lemont|News|
I&M Canal Trail Amenity Improvement Plans Move Forward
The Village has received an OSLAD grant to help with funding the amenity improvements.
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Lemont|News|
New Chief Of Police Chosen For Lemont
Jason LoCoco will assume the role following the retirement of Chief Marc Maton.
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