Homer Glen, Lockport 2026 Voter Guide: Everything You Need To Know

Here's everything you need to know to cast your vote, from voter registration to polling places to mail-in voting to what's on the ballot.

Vote By Mail Drop Box Available At Lockport Library For Nov. 3 General Election

Ballot envelopes in the drop boxes are collected daily and returned to the Will County Clerk's Office for processing.

County Board Member Submits Resolution To Begin Public Hearing Process On Data Center Moratorium

County Board Member Destinee Ortiz said the proposal follows the approach that Lake County took earlier this year.

Lockport Submits Grant For Future Downtown Lockport Streetscape Project

The City is going to pursue funding for the project through the Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program.

Early Voting Starts Oct. 19 At Homer Township, Lockport Township

The General Election is Nov. 3.

Will County Vote By Mail Applications Now Available For November 3 Election

Vote By Mail ballots will be mailed out starting at the end of September.

Lockport Receives $119K State Grant For Industrial Site

The grant will be used for infrastructure assessment and topographic surveying for a 146-acre industrial site.

Dunkin' Drive-Thru Plans Move Forward In Homer Glen

The standalone Dunkin' would at the northwest corner of 151st Street and South Bell Road.

Lockport OKs Move For Liquor Store

The liquor store on State Street will move to Ninth Street.

Lockport OKs New Resale Shop

The thrift store helps support mental health services for those in need.

Homer Glen Approves $2.5M Sanitary Sewer Line Project

The project will extend the existing sewer line to unserved parcels along Cedar Road and 159th Street.

Homer Glen, Residents Object To 'Hydro Excavation,' Say It Would 'Significantly Disrupt' Quality Of Life'

Badger Daylighting says it's the largest provider of nondestructive excavating in North America, using high-pressure water to excavate.

Lockport To Begin Five-Year Review Of Star Innovation District Master Plan

The first master plan was adopted in 2022 after a community-driven planning process.

Lockport Suspends Data Center Discussions Pending 'Regulatory Framework'

City officials had gathered for a workshop to discuss a data center at the Star Innovation District in Lockport.

Lockport Awards Lead Replacement Project For Final 60 Lead Water Lines

The replacement of the final 60 lead water service lines in the City is well ahead of the federal deadline of 2037.

State Rep. La Ha Launches Summer Reading Program

The program is open to students entering Kindergarten through sixth grade.

Homer Glen Board Approves New Playground For Goreham Park

The purchase of the playground equipment and installation is with Cunningham Recreation for $200,171.54.

Lockport Authorizes Purchase Of Three Properties In Downtown Area

Two of the properties would be used for parking, while another is near the gateway of the planned Star Innovation District.

Homer Glen Seeks Proposals For Cost Analysis Of Police Services

But some trustees blasted the plan as a "waste of money," saying the village already knows the cost of launching a PD would be "exorbitant."

Vote By Mail Drop Box Available At Lockport's White Oak Library

Tthere are 10 secure ballot drop boxes across Will County, including one at the Lockport library, 121 E. Eighth St.

Lockport Approves Concept Plan For Assisted Living Senior Apartments

The community would be located north of 163rd Street and east of Gougar Road.

Homer Glen, Lockport 2026 Primary Election Guide: Who's Running, What You Need To Know

Voters will decide on candidates for federal and state senate and representative, county candidates, and precinct committeeperson candidates

Lockport Sells State Street Property To Developer

The City sold the former Dellwood Tire property.

Lockport Approves Design Proposal For New Municipal Parking Lot

The proposal is with V3 Companies for a cost of $73,500.

Lockport Woman's Club Boatyard Park Plans Move Forward

The City Council approved two contracts for the playground.

State Rep. Sheehan Sponsors Package Of Legislation To Improve Public Safety

The proposed bills are focused on mental health support for officers, and improving office recruitment and retention.

Lockport Approves $327K Alternative Water Source Study

The study won't be finished until next year.

State Rep. La Ha's Bill Expands Domestic Violence Law

The bill seeks to include "coercive control" and nonphysical abuse under domestic violence laws.

Homer Township, Lockport Township Will Serve As Early Voting Sites For March Primary

Voters will decide on candidates for federal and state senate and representative, county candidates, and precinct committeeperson candidates

Homer Glen Board Approves 2026 Events

Planned events for 2026 include movies under the stars, Homer for the Holidays, kite fest, Scare-itage Park and more.

Lockport Council Approves Dunkin' Concept Plan

The new development will be at the southwest corner of 159th and Farrell Road.

Homer Glen Board OKs Chase Bank Location

The Board originally denied the request in September 2025 in a 4-2 vote.

Rep. Patrick Sheehan Hosts Valentines For Seniors Card Drive

Anyone can participate by creating a card and dropping it off at Sheehan’s district office, at 15746 S. Bell Road in Homer Glen.

Lockport Extends Valet Agreement For 2026

Two valet stands are located at Mamma Onesta's and Lock & Mule, with hours from 4 p.m. to midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.

Robin Lif Sworn In As New Lockport City Alderwoman

Lif will serve the remainder of Alderman Patrick McDonald's term, who died last year.

Vote By Mail Applications Open Dec. 17 For March Primary

Eligible voters can submit their Vote By Mail applications online, by mail, or in person.

Homer Glen Mayor Enters Republican Primary For Lieutenant Governor

Christina Neitzke-Troike is running alongside video gambling and real estate mogul Rick Heidner, who hopes to challenge Gov. JB Pritzker.

New Yield Sign Authorized In Erin Hills Subdivision

The yield sign will go at the intersection of Erin and Meath drives.

Homer Glen Board Opposes Increases In Truck Size, Weight

The Board approved a resolution asking federal representatives in Congress to oppose increases in truck size or weight.

Lockport Holds Community Workshop For Downtown Plan

The workshop will be held at Roxy Lockport from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Sept. 25.

IL-03: Key Takeaways From Marie Newman, Mike Fricilone Forum

The League of Women Voters hosted a forum for Democratic candidate Marie Newman and Republican Mike Fricilone. Watch the replay.

IL-03: Poll Puts GOP Fricilone 3 Points Behind Democrat Newman

A Cook County GOP-commissioned poll shows a tightening race in Illinois's 3rd Congressional District.

Newman and Fricilone Face Off In IL03 Virtual Candidate Forum

League of Women Voters will host a virtual forum Oct. 1 for 3rd Congressional District candidates Mike Fricilone and Marie Newman.

IL-03: Republican Fricilone Endorsed By Chicago Police Union

GOP congressional candidate Mike Fricilone wins endorsement of Chicago FOP and other cop unions in IL-03 race against Democrat Marie Newman.

3rd Congressional District Candidate: Rush Darwish

Democrat Rush Darwish is running for the 3rd Congressional District seat.

3rd Congressional District Candidate: Charles Hughes

Democrat Charles Hughes is running for the 3rd Congressional District seat.

3rd Congressional District Candidate: Dan Lipinski

Democrat Dan Lipinski is running for the 3rd Congressional District seat.

Lipinski Wins Cop-Firefighter Support, Sun-Times Endorses Newman

The congressional primary heats up in Illinois' 3rd District, as Democrats Marie Newman and Dan Lipinski announce major endorsements.

Lightfoot Endorses Marie Newman In IL-03 Democratic Primary

In a pointed jab against socially conservative Congressman Dan Lipinski, the Chicago mayor refers to him as "Trump's favorite Democrat."