Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Lockport Approves Interim City Attorney
Sonni Choi Williams has served as the City's in-house attorney since 2017, and has been appointed as a circuit judge.
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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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Lemont|News|
Lemont Cheerleading Captures Second Straight IHSA State Title
Lemont won its second straight state crown, and its state record eighth title overall.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Several Inches Of Snow Possible With Winter Storm On Wednesday
Before the winter weather on Wednesday, there is also a chance for some light snow on Monday night into Tuesday, the weather service said.
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Lemont|News|
The Forge: Lemont Quarries Plans Easter In Wonderland
The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on April 19, and new this year is a petting zoo with over 20 animals.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Frankfort Chamber Plans 2nd Leadership In Style Fashion Show
Women from the community will be highlighted as they strut the runway, showing styles from Frankfort's local boutiques and salons.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Lockport Township Candidate Files Paperwork To Get Back On Ballot
Lockport Township Highway Commissioner candidate Kevin "Kollins" Hedemark was removed from the ballot for an outstanding fine of $100.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Frankfort Chamber Announces Scholarship Program for LW East Seniors
The deadline to submit applications is March 6.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Snow, Sleet, Freezing Rain Could Impact Travel On Saturday For IL
The wintry mix will develop from the southwest on Saturday morning, the weather service said.
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Lemont|News|
2nd Man Dies After Lemont Tesla Crash: Will County Sheriff
The 33-year-old man is the second death in a single-vehicle crash that happened at 2:11 a.m. Wednesday.
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Lemont|News|
Third Annual 'Lemont v Hunger' Food Packing Set For April 12
For this year's event on April 12, students have set their sights even higher, with a goal of packing 125,000 meals.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Frankfort Chamber To Host Meet The Candidates Event
Frankfort mayoral candidates and village trustee candidates will be in attendance at the event.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Police Plan Super Bowl Traffic Campaign
From Feb. 7 to Feb. 10, the department will step up enforcement of occupant protection laws.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
When Will It Feel Like Spring In Illinois?
Meteorological spring starts on Saturday, March 1. Astronomical spring begins with the March equinox at 4:01 a.m. CST on Thursday, March 20.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
New Park, Splash Pad For Bolingbrook Park District
The park district will open a new park, in addition to a spray pad at Central Park, later this spring.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
Romeoville Man Charged With Sexual Assault Of A Child
Romeoville officers responded to a residence at 1:10 a.m. Monday for a report of a sexual assault.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Freezing Rain Could Impact Thursday Morning Commute In Chicago Area
The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory, which goes into effect at 6 p.m. on Wednesday.
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Lemont|News|
Lemont High School Alumni Hall Of Fame To Induct Eric Michaelsen
The newest inductee, Eric Michaelsen ‘81, will be recognized at the school’s annual Lemont Bands Dinner Dance in March.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Jane Addams Principal Named Middle School Principal Of The Year
The Illinois Principals Association named Sonia Ruiz as Middle School Principal of the Year.
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Lemont|News|
Lisle Man Killed In Crash In Lemont: Coroner
Hoffmeyer said the vehicle was heading eastbound on 135th Street at a high rate of speed, and lost control on a curve.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Frankfort Country Market: Vendor Applications Available
The first Frankfort Country Market is April 27.
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