Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Police Issued 35 Citations During Thanksgiving Enforcement
The department also made one traffic arrest and one criminal arrest.
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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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Snow In Forecast As Another Arctic Blast Targets Chicago Area
Above freezing temperatures will return early week before another blast of cold.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
State Street Mistletoe Market Planned In Downtown Lockport
More than 30 local vendors will be selling goods at the market on Dec. 6.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Hibbett Opening In February In Romeoville
This will be the first location in the southwest suburbs.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Will County Sheriff's Office Made 12 DUI Arrests During Thanksgiving Enforcement
Enforcement focused on seat‑belt use, speeding, distraction, and alcohol and drug‑impaired driving, including cannabis.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Freezing Drizzle, Multiple Rounds Of Snow Expected Through Next Week In Chicago
Multiple clipper systems will bring snow Saturday night through Sunday morning, then more snow chances all week long.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Crashed Vehicle Found Struck By Gunfire In Lockport Township: Sheriff
Three people were questioned but released, and a witness said someone knocked on their door claiming to have been shot, police said.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
New Retail Building Approved In Romeoville
Two restaurants have been announced for the new building.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Arctic Blast To Bring More Snow, Bone-Chilling Cold To Chicago Area
An Alberta Clipper could bring multiple periods of snow are expected starting Saturday and through lasting next week.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
'A Memory I Will Remember Forever': Lemont Veterans Marvel At Honor Flight Experience
Three veterans from Lemont were aboard the last Honor Flight Chicago for 2025.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Homer Glen, Lockport State Rep. Sheehan Launches Winter Coat Drive
The community is encouraged to donate new or gently-used coats, hats, gloves and scarves.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
Senior Living Community Proposed In Romeoville
The project is located on a 6-acre lot, south of Scene 75 in the Romeo Crossing Shopping Center.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Arctic Cold To Freeze Bolingbrook: Where To Find Warming Centers
Dangerously cold weather is set to chill Chicagoland.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Christmas Music Returns To Lewis University's WLRA
The switch to all-Christmas music is part of the annual benefit broadcast for United Way of Will County.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
New Exhibit Celebrating Downtown Lockport Now Open At Gaylord Building
"50 Years to Overnight Success: The Story of the Lockport National Historic District, 1975–2025" runs through March.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Illinois Rejects Federal 'No Tax On Tips' Rule
Illinois, Maine and the District of Columbia have chosen not to conform to the tip exemption.
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Lemont|News|
Lemont Fire District Hosts Christmas Toy Drive
You can drop off donations at all Lemont Fire District stations.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
44th Annual Candlelight House Walk Set For Dec. 5
The walk will tour through select Frankfort homes, which will be decked out for the holidays.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Police Give Tips On How To Avoid Phone Scams
Scammers are calling residents from spoofed, or cloned phone numbers pretending to represent local police departments.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Vote By Mail Applications Open Dec. 17 For March Primary
Eligible voters can submit their Vote By Mail applications online, by mail, or in person.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
