Romeoville, IL|News|
Romeoville Five Below Opens In February
Five Below will occupy over 10,000 square feet in the shopping center at the northeast corner of Weber and Airport.
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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Lemont|News|
LHS Drama Club Welcomes Audience On Stage With Winter Play
The production of “Live Theater Unplugged” is set to run in the Performing Arts Center at 7 p.m. nightly Feb. 6-8.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Snow Chance Saturday, Temps Moderate Into Next Week For Illinois
Highs of 40 degrees are expected Monday and Tuesday.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
Romeoville House Fire Displaces Residents, No One Injured: Fire Dept.
No residents were injured in the fire, but damage to the home was severe enough that the residents will be displaced, officials said.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Lincoln-Way Area Restaurants Face Off In Frankfort Chili Cook-Off
The chili tasting is open to the public and will begin at noon, and runs until chili is gone or no later than 2 p.m. on Feb. 1.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Romeoville Shares 2025 Special Events Calendar
More details will be released closer to event dates; take a look at what to expect in 2025.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Save The Dates For Spring Events At Frankfort Park District
First up will be the 26th annual spring craft show, set for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on March 1.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Annual Winterfest In Bolingbrook Set For Feb. 1
The free event will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Feb. 1.
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Lemont|News|
Lemont High School Honors January 2025 Students Of The Month
The honorees were senior Evan Lambe, junior Molly O’Connor, sophomore Adriana Paulavicius and freshman Jacqueline Kennedy.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Swatting Incident Tuesday At Homer Glen Home: Sheriff
Deputies at the perimeter could see into the home and saw residents inside tending to normal activities, the sheriff's office said.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
State Sen Loughran Cappel Holds Valentine’s Day Card Drive For Seniors
Community members can write Valentine’s Day cards, which can be dropped off or mailed to Loughran Cappel's district office.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Theater Staff, Bystanders Help After Theater Medical Emergency
A scary moment for a Mokena couple during a movie screening turned to gratitude after theater staff and bystanders sprung into action.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Four Jan. 6 Defendants From Lockport Pardoned By Trump
Newly inaugurated President Donald Trump pardoned more than 1,500 people charged in connection with the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Latest Travel Conditions As Snow Hits Chicago Area
With low temperatures, snow will "readily accumulate" on roads, and an inch or more is possible in some areas.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Black Zenith Hub Nonprofit Opening In Bolingbrook
The nonprofit will offer a coworking space at 1083 S. Weber Road.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
'Surreal': Screenwriter From Lockport Recognized At Film Festival
"There’s something about growing up in Lockport, and the Midwest in general, that just sticks with you," Bottino said.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
Lemont Reminds Residents To Sign Up For Alert System
Residents can get alerts on their phones for weather, road closures, water main breaks and other time-sensitive announcements for Lemont.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Homer Township Primary: Voters Guide, Mail-In Ballot Info
Early voting has already started, and there is also still time to request a vote by mail ballot.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
Romeoville Celebrates Its 130th Birthday
On Jan. 19, 1895, residents of Romeo gathered at John Miller's Barber Shop to decide if Romeo should incorporate and change its name.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Dangerous Cold On Tuesday, Snow Chances Wednesday For Chicago Area
Cold conditions will continue into Wednesday morning, with wind chills potentially as low as minus 35 below zero.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
