Across Illinois, IL|News|
Fight For REAL ID Appointments Intensifies In IL
A new supercenter in Chicago has also been added to help serve demand.
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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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Wisconsin Man Arrested After Traveling To Meet Minor: Cops
After the incident in Bolingbrook, police said the man was later stopped by the Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin Police and taken into custody.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
LTHS A Cappella Group Advances To Finals In New York City
LTHS' Vocal Point has made school history with its International Championship of High School A Cappella semifinal win.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Illinois Had Most Tornadoes In State's History In 2024, NWS Says
To prepare for severe weather, you should have a designated space in your home where you will shelter if severe weather approaches.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Jean Kelly: Candidate For DuPage Township Assessor
The consolidated election is April 1.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Will County Board Member Cited After Hitting Child On Bike: Reports
Police said Traynere and the child refused medical attention, and Traynere was cited for failure to yield.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Romeoville Plans Building Department Open House
The open house will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. on April 8 at Village Hall, 1050 W. Romeo Road.
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Lemont|News|
Centennial Building Undergoes Renovations In Downtown Lemont
The building, at 116 Main St., has long been vacant, and will be turned into a "vibrant, mixed-use space," village officials said.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Katie Campbell: Candidate For Summit Hill 161 Board Of Education
The consolidated election is April 1.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Todd Morgan: Candidate For Frankfort Village Trustee
The consolidated election is on April 1.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Keith Ogle: Candidate For Frankfort Village President
The consolidated election is April 1.
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Lemont|News|
Railway Improvement Work Planned At Two Downtown Lemont Crossings
The improvements are scheduled, weather permitting, for April 1 and April 2.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
High Winds Prompt Fire Risk Monday Across The Chicago Area
Typical of early spring weather, it will be rainy on and off this week with cool to mild temperatures.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
State Rep. La Ha Files Bills Against Human Trafficking
Illinois ranks among the top ten nationwide for human trafficking cases, House Republicans said.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Will County Board Approves Bolingbrook Quarry Project
The Board approved the proposal 12-10 on Thursday.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Windy Friday, Before Cooler Weekend And Rainy Sunday For Illinois
Cooler conditions are expected this weekend, which is typical of early spring weather.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Tornado Confirmed In Frankfort After Wednesday's Severe Storms
The EF-0 tornado touched down briefly near Sauk Trail.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
Fire Damages Garage Thursday In Romeoville: Fire District
The fire district said it responded at 5:40 p.m. Thursday to Zinnia Drive, and found a fire in the garage of a two-story home.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
14 Guns, Drugs Seized From Lockport Homes As Man Faces Charges
A Lockport man has been charged after police say they found large amounts of drugs, including meth and heroin, at his two residences.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
'Risk Of Collapse' Evaluation Ordered For Chicago-Area Bridge
The bridge, owned by Skyway Concession Company LLC, was built in 1958.
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