Romeoville, IL|News|
Romeoville Mayor, Trustee Candidates: April 2025 Election
Romeoville residents will vote on the uncontested races for Mayor, three open Village Trustee positions and the Village Clerk.
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Lemont|News|
D113A's Annual Health, Life Safety Visit Finds No Violations
The District said school buildings are in excellent condition and providing a safe and supporting environment for learning.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Summit Hill D161 Board Of Education Candidates: April 2025 Election
Eight people have filed to run for four open 4-year terms on the Board, and two people have filed to run for one unexpired 2-year term.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
Forest Preserve Visitor Centers Closed For Thanksgiving
The preserves, dog parks and trails will remain open.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Thanksgiving Forecast: Steep Temp Drop To Hit Illinois
Temperatures on Thanksgiving night will drop into the teens.
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Lemont|News|
Man Charged After Residential Burglaries In Lemont: Police
A juvenile offender was also identified, and criminal charges are still pending, police said.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Valley View Board Of Education Candidates: April 2025 Election
There are four open 4-year terms up for election in April.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Mayor, Trustee Candidates: April 2025 Election
Bolingbrook residents will vote on the Mayor, three open Village Trustee positions and the Village Clerk on the April ballot.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Christmas In The Square Planned In Lockport
Head out and enjoy live entertainment, food trucks, a gingerbread bounce house, face painters, Christmas character visits and more.
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Lemont|News|
District 113A Audit Shows Stable Finances
"The state of our district is strong, and we remain focused on building a bright future," Superintendent Dr. Courtney Orzel said.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
Romeoville Man Gets 10 Years For Online Inheritance, Romance Scams
Aniukwu, 50, of Romeoville, pleaded guilty last year to wire fraud and money laundering charges.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Plans Tree Lighting Ceremony Dec. 7
The tree lighting countdown will begin at 5:30 p.m. on Dec. 7 behind Town Center, 375 W. Briarcliff Road.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Homer District 33C Board Of Education Candidates: April 2025 Election
There are four open 4-year terms up for election in April.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
No One In Custody After Home Invasion Saturday In Bolingbrook: Police
Police said they are aware that there have been reports of similar events in nearby towns, and they are working to see if those are related.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
What Romeoville Grocery Store Chains Are Open On Thanksgiving?
If you need a last-minute cooking ingredient, you may want to pick it up on Wednesday.
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Lemont|News|
Lemont Village President, Trustee Candidates: April 2025 Election
In April, Lemont residents will vote for Village President, three Trustees and Village Clerk.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Wintry Weather Possible For Thanksgiving, Colder Temps Coming To IL
There's a 30 to 40 percent chance of wintry weather for Tuesday through Thursday.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
LTHS Board Honors National Merit Commended Students
12 senior students were recognized for their selection as Commended Students in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Valley View Proposes 2025-26 School Year Calendar
The Board is expected to take action on the calendar at the Dec. 8 board meeting.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Thanksgiving Forecast In IL: Will Storms Disrupt Travel, Delay Flights
Will weather impact your travel plans for Thanksgiving Day? Here's the outlook in Illinois.
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