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In today's newsletter:

  • What new license plate cameras mean for drivers in Frankfort

Also on today's calendar: Sports Cards and More Show @ Orland Park Civic Center - Sunday, August 23, 2026 and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the Buffalo say when his son left? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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  • Sunday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 77 and low of 53 degrees.
  • Monday: Partly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 78, low: 55.
  • Tuesday: Partly sunny and nice, with a high of 78 and low of 61 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Will County Board approves Flock cameras (abc7chicago.com) — Frankfort is among several Will County communities getting new Flock license plate-reading cameras under rules recently tightened to address privacy and misuse concerns. County officials approved the technology for multiple suburbs, even as recent cases in Wisconsin and Itasca highlight how improper use of these systems can cost officers their jobs and lead to criminal charges.
   

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    It is breakfast time around here and Empress Lotus a.k.a. EL knows. I have so much joy out of doing things for her. She's a blessing. (Nextdoor Lakeview Estates)
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    Empress Lotus aka EL has a Buddy across the street. His name is Brutus. Brutus is 12 years old. Might be 12 or 14. I don't remember what Carry said… (Nextdoor Lakeview Estates)
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🗞 Nearby News

Mokena

  • Joliet Drunk Pees His Pants After 7th DUI, 2 Open Brandy Bottles Inside Truck: Illinois State Police (patch.com)
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New Lenox

  • Will and Grundy County Week 1 IHSA Football Roundup (shawlocal.com)
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Homewood

  • Princeton Road Shooting Victim Dies, Another In Critical Condition: Flossmoor Police (patch.com)

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bison! (Thank you Judy M. for sending it in!)
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