Frankfort, IL|News|
2-Year-Old Boy Dead In 'Domestic-Related Homicide' In Frankfort: Police
The child's mother was taken to the hospital after attempting self-harm, police said.
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- Lemont, IL
I cover the south/southwest suburbs of Chicago, including Lemont, Homer Glen, Lockport, Frankfort, Bolingbrook and Romeoville. I have a passion for local news and love to delve into each town's issues and community.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Conducts Sanitary Sewer Smoke Testing
The Village said this testing helps crews identify breaks and defects.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Masked Men Burglarize Homer Glen Gas Station, Smash Gaming Machines: Cops
The group was inside the store for two minutes, and took an unknown amount of cash, police said.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Frankfort Home Damaged By Fire After Lightning Strike: Fire District
The fire was reported as a storm moved through Frankfort on Monday evening.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Nonprofit Thrift Center Opening In Homer Glen
Greater Goods Thrift Center will celebrate its grand opening at 13412 W. 159th St. on Sept. 10.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Dangerous Temps With Heat Index Of 110 Possible Tuesday, Wednesday For Chicago Area
There is also a low chance of severe weather on Tuesday.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook 18-Year-Old, Two Juveniles Attacked Victim, Demanded His Clothes: Police
After the victim refused to hand over his clothing, Aguda and the two juveniles began to punch the victim on his head and body, police said.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
Plainfield Man With 'Violent Tendencies' Denied Release After Romeoville Bar Attack: Prosecutors
Prosecutors say he grabbed a woman by the throat during an attack at On The Rocks bar and that he's a danger to the community.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Senior Services Of Will County Stopping Activities, Leaving Romeoville Facility
The Ovation Center in Romeoville just opened in 2024, and is located at the former Target building at 349 S. Weber Road.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
Chicago's 2026 Most Eligible Bachelorette Donates To Zelda's Kitchen Witches
Lemont native Krysta Privoznik earned the 2026 title, and donated to a cause dear to her heart.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
1 Rescued During House Fire In Bolingbrook: Fire Department
No one was injured in the incident on Saturday.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Stormy, Hot And Humid Weather Expected This Week For Chicago Area
Peak heat index values of 105 are possible for parts of the Chicago area.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Frankfort Resident 'Crashing For A Cause' With Project Fire Buddies
The Frankfort resident, who is a firefighter in Palos, started the Palos Park chapter of Project Fire Buddies.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Mid-July Temps Expected For Start Of September
Heat and humidity will make a return next week.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Mobile DMV Visiting State Rep. Sheehan's Homer Glen Office
Services offered include REAL IDs, license renewal, license plate sticker purchases, state IDS for seniors and more.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
Lemont Student Receives Scholarship From Butterfield Partners
Three area students were chosen for the awards for a total of $5,000 to support their higher education goals.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Frankfort First Grader Wins Poetry Competition
The first grade student was one of 39 Illinois student winners of the 10th annual Gwendolyn Brooks Youth Poetry Awards.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Homer Glen Parade, Family Fun Day Set For Sept. 5
The festivities will feature entertainment, the parade, inflatables, food and games.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Man Found Unresponsive, Bolingbrook Police Ask Residents To Check Cameras
The man was found injured late Wednesday on Briarcliff Road.
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Lemont|News|
SSCM Summer Fest Kicks Off On Thursday
The fest features a carnival, live music, beer tent, food, drinks, games and raffles.
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