Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
95 Hands-Free Citations Issued In April Enforcement: Lockport PD
Police also issued 14 citations for moving/equipment violations.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
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- Lemont, IL
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Scattered Showers, Cooler Weekend Expected For The Chicago Area
The weather service said temperatures will be near to just below average for this time of year, and it will be coolest near Lake Michigan.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
3 Middle School Staffers On Leave Amid Misconduct Allegations: VVSD
Police said they received information that a staff member at Brooks had been communicating inappropriately with a 14-year-old student.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
May Brings Weather Changes To IL After 'Unremarkable' April
The NOAA has released its temperature outlook for May, here's how things look after run-of-the-mill April weather.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Tiny Acorn Art Exhibit Featured At Hidden Oaks In Bolingbrook
The photo exhibit on display at Hidden Oaks features "Becorns" with flowers blooming, birds eating, insects emerging and mammals snuggling.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Cruisin' Into Lockport Returns June 2
The car shows are held Monday nights in June, July and August from 4 to 8 p.m. on State Street between Ninth and 11th.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
Sunset Soirees Set For Summer 2025 In Downtown Lemont
Six concerts are planned in June and July in downtown Lemont.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
11 Illinois Brunch Spots Featured On OpenTable's Top 100 List
Each year, OpenTable looks at diner reviews and demand metrics to develop its list of the best brunch restaurants for Mother’s Day.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
2 Measles Cases Confirmed In Cook County: Health Department
Another measles case was identified in early April in another part of the state.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Composer, Son Team Up With Hopes Of Hitting Broadway
Stephen Kaminski wrote the music for "The Polka King" on Netflix. Now he wants to tell the story in his own words.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Lockport Celebrates 50th Anniversary Of Downtown Historic District
Main Street Lockport will host a 50th anniversary celebration at the ROXY Lockport Theater, 1017 S. State St.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
2-Year-Old Dies After Struck By Vehicle Backing Out Of Driveway: Cops
Officers responded to Grand Canyon Drive for a report of a child who had been struck by a vehicle, police said.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Hickory Creek Middle School Presents Spring Musical
Performances will be held at the school, 22150 S. 116th Ave. at 7 p.m. on May 16, 2 and 7 p.m. on May 17 and 2 p.m. on May 18.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
UPS To Cut 20K Jobs: Could IL Facilities Be Affected
The company operates over 300 stores in Illinois.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Homer Glen Plans Kite Festival For May 10
Fly your own kite or enjoy trick performances from Chicago Kite.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Construction On La Grange Road Over Hickory Creek Starts May 1
The project will require traffic to be narrowed to a single lane on La Grange Road, between Lincolnway Lane and St. Francis Road.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
Lemont High School Educational Foundation Supports 13 Grants
The LHSEF is fully funding a record-tying 13 Educational Foundation Grants for a total of $46,497.
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Lemont|News|
Silver Cross Bringing Urgent Care, New Facility To Lemont
The old building at the site will stay open as a new one is built.
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Lemont|News|
Stop Sign Approved For Covington Drive, Camelot Lane
The new stop sign comes after complaints from residents about the speed of cars driving past Covington Knolls South Park.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
LTHS Board Recognizes Class Of 2025 Illinois State Scholars
107 LTHS students have been named Illinois State Scholars from the Class of 2025.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
