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Hello Frankfort! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Could new license plate cameras soon watch Frankfort drivers?

Also on today's calendar: Comics, Action Figures, Cosplay & More Market and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do fish live in salt water? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Periods of sun; less humid, with a high of 81 and low of 56 degrees.
  • Friday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m., temps: high: 77, low: 64.
  • Saturday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, with a high of 80 and low of 57 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Suburban Flock cameras vandalized as more communities debate the technology (nbcchicago.com) — Will County officials are weighing whether to allow Flock license plate reader cameras along county highways, including routes serving Frankfort, Mokena, Manhattan, and other suburbs. Supporters say the cameras help solve and deter crime, while critics, including the ACLU and some county board members, warn about privacy risks and potential abuse. A key vote on seven camera agreements is expected Thursday.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

Mokena

  • Rachael Stewart turns life's unexpected moments into lessons in her new book (southwestregionalpublishing.com)
  • Rep. Sheehan Praises Mokena PD And ICE, But Blasts Pritzker Policies After Molotov Cocktail Suspect's Release (wjol.com)
  • Thousands in Northwest Indiana Still Without Power as Storm Recovery Stretches Into a Second Week – [your]NEWS (yournews.com)

Tinley Park

  • IL Toll Rate Hike Approved: How Much More You'll Pay Under $26.5 Billion Capital Plan (patch.com)

Monee

  • Forest Preserve programs feature a summer paddle, bike recycling and a fungi hike (wjol.com)
  • Additional tornadoes confirmed in Chicago-area derecho, bringing total to 8 (nbcchicago.com)

Ok Frankfort! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Pepper makes them sneeze (Thank you Karla H. for sending it in!)
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