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The 22-month-old girl suffered numerous bites, blood loss in attack Plainfield Police Chief John Konopek said was the “most severe I’ve ever seen.”
Enjoy live music, food and drink specials as Bar Louie in Bolingbrook celebrates the ribbon cutting of its second floor addition.
No forum has been scheduled ahead of the April 9 election. Should the Valley View school board candidates have participated in a debate or forum?
The dates for both April meetings of the Valley View School District 365U have been rescheduled.
Two Romeoville High School students and one Bolingbrook High School student will compete in the national competition in April.
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The remains were discovered on Saturday afternoon near Ide's Grove East Park; police are investigating their origin.
Gordon Biersch in the Promenade Bolingbrook will hold the fundraiser Tuesday from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Programs include a Japanese food tasting, a Japanese Film Festival and programs on anime and manga.
Prom season 2013 is almost upon us. Where did you buy your prom dress this year? Or where do you plan to go?
The village of Woodridge announced Monday that human remains were found in a wooded area over the weekend.
Depth in the starting rotation and power arms in the bullpen lend credence to the belief the Sox can contend in the AL Central. Patch Editor Ron Kremer outlines three reasons to keep your eyes on the Sox this summer.
GM Theo Epstein begins the second year of a rebuilding process. Just don't expect to see huge gains in 2013. Patch Editor Ron Kremer outlines three reasons for the Cubs' faithful to give up the faith—and in a hurry.
Fun facts for April Fools' Day, including don't be a gowk, noodle or poisson d'avril, and don't turn your back on your children!
Job-searching? Check out these recent posts for jobs in the Bolingbrook area.
Check out photos in Bolingbrook dating from 1972 from TribLocal.
Theft, battery from Menards; theft from Wal-Mart and more in the Bolingbrook police blotter of March 20 and 21.
Two new restaurants are set to open in Bolingbrook this spring: Penn Station East Coast Subs and The Beer Market.
Eat the ears first, save the red jelly beans for the kids and don't forget the Peeps!
A 20-year-old Wisconsin man has been charged with disorderly conduct after allegedly threatening North Central College on Facebook.
