Lemont, IL|News|
DUI, Battery, Drug Possession, Traffic Citation: Lemont Police Blotter
The Lemont Police Department made a series of arrests on a variety of criminal charges involving local residents in recent weeks.
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Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
- Chicago, IL
I am an award-winning journalist who has worked in sports and as an investigative reporter before starting with Patch as a roving editor in April, 2020. Prior to Patch, my work appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, Forbes SportsMoney, ESPN.com and other outlets. I finished the 2012 Chicago Marathon and am currently studying improv at the renowned Second City, where many a Saturday Night Live alums got their start.
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Chicago|News|
Woman Critically Injured By 'Avalanche' Of Falling Debris In Chicago
The 25-year-old woman was struck in the head by chunks of stone, which fell from a vacant building as she was walking under scaffolding.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
IL Man Fatally Shot By ISP After Killing Ex-Girlfriend, Sister: Police
Adam Cobb, 32, was fatally shot amid a high-speed chase after police said he shot and killed two women and the family dog.
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Chicago|News|
Playoff-Bound Bulls Shut Down Lonzo Ball For Remainder Of Season
Ball, who was expected to miss 6-8 weeks after undergoing meniscus surgery, experienced setbacks in his rehab in attempting to return.
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Lemont, IL|News|
Lemont High School 'College Night' Aids In College Application Process
The event features a panel discussion including seniors who will help students navigate questions of where to apply, essays, financial aid.
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Chicago|News|
Play Ball: Sox, Cubs Ready For Opening Day With World Series Dreams
The revamped Cubs open the season Thursday at Wrigley Field against Milwaukee before the contender White Sox start up Friday in Detroit.
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Downers Grove, IL|News|
Downers Grove Church Raises More Than $47K For Ukraine Rescue Efforts
Christian Worship Center has been wiring money to Ukraine weekly and has helped to transport, feed and provide homes for 17,000 refugees.
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Lemont, IL|News|
18-Wheeler Disabled Along I-55 In Lemont After Losing 8 Wheels: Police
The disabled semi-truck broke down along I-55, blocking the right lane and bringing traffic from Route 53 to a crawl.
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Chicago|News|
Hall Of Famer Marian Hossa To Officially Retire With Blackhawks
The three-time Stanley Cup champion will sign a one-day contract with the franchise and retire five years after his playing career ended.
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Chicago|News|
Rain Moves In, Thunderstorms On Tap Before More Rain, Snow: IL Weather
Gusty winds and up to an inch of rain are predicted Tuesday night before some brief sun, more rain and snow showers close out the workweek.
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Lemont, IL|News|
Lemont Bookseller To Host Event For Families Living With Disabilities
Three Stories Books will host an event with three authors this weekend along with two story time sessions as part of Autism Awareness Month.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Hiker Slowik First To Finish Forest Preserve 95-Mile Quest
Mike Slowik, 62, needed just 20 days to walk 95 miles along Will County Forest Preserve Trails thanks to a handy walking stick and coffee.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
Lewis University Lands 3 Graduate Programs Among Nation's Best: Report
U.S. News and World Report's 2023 list recognizes the Romeoville university for its graduate programs in nursing, education and social work.
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Chicago|News|
Chicago Lands At No. 14 On Best Pizza Cities List Topped By Detroit
Chicago finished eight spots ahead of rival New York city on a list that used cheese pizza costs and pizza passion scores as qualifiers.
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Chicago|News|
Wet Week Looms Ahead As Rain, Possible Wintry Mix Awaits : IL Weather
National Weather Service forecasters predict several days of rain starting Tuesday as colder temperatures and some possible snow is coming.
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Chicago|News|
Fool's Gold: White Sox Fans Rejoice As Craig Kimbrel Traded To Dodgers
JEFF ARNOLD COMMENTARY: Sox general manager Rick Hahn pulls off a win-win trade that ships Kimbrel out of Chicago for veteran AJ Pollock.
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Lemont, IL|News|
Lemont Not-For-Profit Organization To Host Annual Earth Day Summit
The Forge Charitable Adventures hosts the event Saturday which offers families the chance to learn more about protecting the environment.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
Romeoville Police Crack Down On Distracted, Texting Drivers In April
The department is one of 200 across Illinois that will issue tickets to motorists who are seen texting or on their phones while driving.
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Chicago|News|
Rain, Possible Snow Moves In Saturday, More Wet Weather: IL Forecast
Forecasters predict a 100 percent chance of rain Saturday and cool temperatures before some Sunday sun offers a respite from wet weather.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Lockport Police On Lookout For Distracted Drivers For April Campaign
Local residents will see more officers and police will be issuing tickets for drivers seen texting while behind the wheel of their vehicle.
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