Frankfort, IL|News|
Coffee With A Cop Set For Feb. 20 In Frankfort
The discussion will be held from 8:30 to 10 a.m. on Feb. 20 at Grounded Coffee Bar, 19 Ash St.
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|
Freezing Rain, Snow, Icy Conditions To Hit Chicago Area Wednesday
A glaze of ice to .2 inches of ice accumulation is possible; as well as up to an inch of snow and sleet.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Avoid Sick Or Dead Wildlife Due To Avian Flu Risk: Forest Preserve
Pets also should be kept from carcasses or feces and feathers of animals, the preserve said.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Storage Facility Plans Move Forward In Frankfort
The business, All Purpose Storage Frankfort LLC, will construct four buildings.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
Prairie Bluff Preserve Remains Closed
Forest preserve spokesperson Cindy Cain told Patch the preserve is closed to protect a natural resource.
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Lemont|News|
Lemont High School Set For 35th Annual Bands Dinner Dance
Event proceeds will benefit the award-winning Lemont High School band and color guard programs, the school said.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Planet Fitness Now Open In Frankfort
The new Planet Fitness location offers weight training, a wellness pod, tanning beds and more.
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Lemont|News|
EllieStrong Benefit Bash Set For Saturday
The benefit will feature music, a silent auction, raffles, green drinks (Ellie's favorite color), free bowling, billiards and more.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
'Icy Wintry Mix' Possible This Week: IL Weather
Highs on Monday could be near 60 degrees. However, the weather service is focused on possible icy wintry mix impacts on Wednesday.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
2 Frankfort Residents Killed In Peotone Township Crash: Coroner
The crash happened Thursday morning on US 45, north of West Adams Street, the coroner's office said.
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Lemont|News|
Lemont High School Names 983 Students To 1st Semester Honor Rolls
More than 225 students were honored in each class.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
DuPage Township Trustee, Supervisor Candidates: April 2025 Election
DuPage Township races include the supervisor, clerk, assessor, collector and trustee positions.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Where To Watch The Big Game In Frankfort
Kickoff in New Orleans is at 5:30 p.m. Central Standard Time on Feb. 9, but you’ll want to get to your favorite spot earlier.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Flood Watch Friday, Unseasonably Mild Temps On Sunday For Chicago Area
The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for Ogle, Lee, DeKalb, Kane, DuPage, Kendall, Grundy, Cook and Will counties.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Where To Watch The Big Game In Bolingbrook
Kickoff in New Orleans is at 5:30 p.m. Central Standard Time on Feb. 9, but you’ll want to get to your favorite spot earlier.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Where To Watch The Big Game In Romeoville
Kickoff in New Orleans is at 5:30 p.m. Central Standard Time on Feb. 9, but you’ll want to get to your favorite spot earlier.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Where To Watch The Big Game In Homer Glen, Lockport
Kickoff in New Orleans is at 5:30 p.m. Central Standard Time on Feb. 9, but you’ll want to get to your favorite spot earlier.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
Where To Watch The Big Game In Lemont
Kickoff in New Orleans is at 5:30 p.m. Central Standard Time on Feb. 9, but you’ll want to get to your favorite spot earlier.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Frankfort Park District Board Candidates: April 2025 Election
There are three four-year terms on the ballot, and the race is uncontested.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
2 Killed In Crash Involving Garbage Truck In Will County: State Police
Two people were pronounced dead at the scene, and four people were taken to area hospitals for treatment, police said.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
