Man Flashes Knife, Threatens Worker 'Not To Be A Hero' In Theft: PD

The retail theft happened Tuesday evening at Walmart in New Lenox, police said. The suspect was arrested Thursday afternoon.

2 Found Fatally Shot In New Lenox Home ID'd: Coroner

The man and woman were found dead in a home on Spencer Road Sunday. Autopsies on the victims were completed Tuesday.

2 Found Shot To Death Inside New Lenox Home: Sheriff

A man, 58, and woman, 57, were found dead inside the home in the 23000 block of Spencer Road Sunday night.

Man Denied Ride In Snowplow Climbs In Anyway: New Lenox PD

The man, 39, blocked the snowplow driver in the street and demanded a ride to a gas station to buy cigarettes, New Lenox police said.

‘Inexcusable’: Abuse Survivors Blast Inaction Amid McGrath Accusations

Enraged by inaction surrounding abuse claims against a former Providence HS priest, a survivors network wants Catholic leaders to act.

Barricade Situation In New Lenox Township Ends Peacefully: Sheriff

Will County Sheriff's Police were at the scene at the home in unincorporated New Lenox for hours Monday.

Driver Rammed Into Walmart Employees In Parking Lot: NLPD

The incident happened at the New Lenox Walmart Wednesday, Nov. 29.

Woman Threw Urine, Uttered Racial Slurs At Hospital Staff: NLPD

A Romeoville woman faces hate crime and battery charges after the Nov. 27 incident at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox.

Olympia Fields Man Charged In New Lenox Jewelry Store Burglary: NLPD

The man was arrested and charged three days after the Oct. 14 break-in at Cornerstone Jewelry in New Lenox.

NL Jewelry Store Owners 'Fed Up,' Shaken After Another Break-In

Cornerstone Jewelry was robbed in March, and now again in October. The owners are frustrated, and fighting to protect their business.

New Lenox 2023 Sex Offender Halloween Safety Map

There are currently 12 registered sex offenders living in New Lenox.

30 Years For Man In New Lenox, Frankfort Armed Robberies, Abductions

The Dolton man is the third to be sentenced in connection with the November 2019 crimes.

New Lenox Police Warn Of Donation Scams

Residents are reminded that New Lenox police will never solicit money via phone.

Handgun Stolen From Inside Locked Car: New Lenox PD

The incident happened Sept. 15 in the 1900 block of Heatherway Lane.

Thieves Hit Several Unlocked Cars Hours Apart, Same Day: New Lenox PD

The incidents started as early as 5:45 a.m., with several cars targeted before 8 p.m.

Resident Escapes House Fire With Minor Injuries: NLFPD

The fire happened just after 2 p.m. in the 1700 block of Tomahawk Ridge.

Mailboxes Pried Open At New Lenox Post Office, Police Warn

The incident happened over the weekend and after Saturday, Sept. 2 after 5 p.m.

Coroner IDs Man Killed In I-355 Rollover

A 61-year-old Elk Grove Village man died in the Tuesday afternoon crash.

30 Years For Men In New Lenox, Frankfort Armed Robberies, Abductions

The men were responsible for two incidents where victims were abducted, held captive during crime sprees.

Retail Theft Suspect Bit, Kicked At Police, Damaged Cop Car: NLPD

A 38-year-old Downers Grove man was arrested Friday afternoon, and officials say he became combative with New Lenox Police.

Will County Sheriff Hiring Correctional Officers

Starting salary is set at $60,500 with benefits and uniform. Applicants need not reside in Will County.

Caller Warned He'd Come With Rifle After Bombs At Hospital: NLPD

The male caller told police Tuesday that he had placed 12 bombs throughout Silver Cross Hospital. Police continue to investigate.

Bomb Threat To Silver Cross Hospital A Hoax: New Lenox Police

A caller said there were multiple bombs on the campus and that they would detonate within minutes of the call.

3 Charged In Overnight Cell Phone Store Burglary: New Lenox Police

Three Texas men face charges following a burglary at an AT&T store in the early morning hours Saturday.

3 In Custody After Overnight Burglary At Cell Phone Store: NLPD

The burglary happened in the early morning hours Saturday, police said.

$1M Bond For Third Suspect In Carjacking, Robbery Of Uber Driver: NLPD

Police have arrested an 18-year-old Chicago man in connection with the June 20 early-morning incident in New Lenox.

2 Men Charged In Speedway Robbery: New Lenox PD

A Lockport man and New Lenox man face charges after a months-long investigation.

Drone, K9 Unit Help Locate Elderly Man Missing In New Lenox: Police

The man was found safe and was taken for a medical evaluation, New Lenox Police Chief Louis Alessandrini told Patch.

'We're All In Danger': NL Mayor Blasts CC State's Attorney On Crime

Mayor Tim Baldermann on Monday criticized the Cook County State's Attorney for what he says is a lax approach to combatting crime.

$1M Bond For Man In Carjacking, Robbery Of Elderly Uber Driver: NLPD

A 19-year-old Chicago man and 17-year-old Chicago juvenile have been arrested and charged in the June 20 carjacking, police said Monday.

Carjacking Suspects Taken Into Custody, No Local Charges Yet: NLPD

Two juveniles have been released pending further investigation. One juvenile and an adult face charges for crimes in Chicago.

Uber Driver Pistol-Whipped, Robbed, Carjacked In New Lenox: PD

The driver was waiting to pick up a passenger early Tuesday morning, police said.

New Lenox Residents Hit With Identity Theft: Police Reports

One person's information was fraudulently used to file income taxes, another's was used to file for unemployment benefits.

Police ID 2 Suspects In New Lenox Jewelry Store Break-In

The burglary happened March 1 at Cornerstone Jewelry in New Lenox.

'I Feel Violated': New Lenox Jewelry Store Owner Shaken By Break-In

The owner of Zembar Jewelers in New Lenox said she looked on in panic as two suspects smashed and pillaged glass cases inside the store.

$30K Stolen In Jewelry Store Break-In, New Lenox PD Exploring Leads

Police believe two suspects used a pry bar to get into Zembar Jewelers May 30, ultimately making off with $30K in goods.

2 Women Using Counterfeit Money Hit New Lenox Businesses: Police

Police nabbed the two Indiana women following an attempt at an auto store May 15.

Driver In 2-Car Crash Charged With DUI: New Lenox PD

The crash happened just before 10 p.m. April 7, at Rte 30 near Schoolhouse Road.

NL Township Supervisor 'Unable To Stand,' Arrested For DUI: Sheriff

New Lenox Township Supervisor Donald Wennlund was arrested and charged with DUI in Homer Glen on March 6.

New Lenox Woman Walks Home After Hitting Hydrant, Charged With DUI: PD

Dena Trudeau, 46, was charged with DUI following the incident on Sojourn Road Tuesday night.