🌱 Patch AM: Did the $1.3 million Oswego lottery winner buy gas next to you?

Make time for Oswego Country Market on the Oswego Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: $1.3M Jackpot Sold At Oswego Gas Station

Make time for Gebhard Woods Dulcimer & Tradtional Music Festival on the Oswego Patch calendar

$1.3M Jackpot Sold At Oswego Gas Station

The winner should check their Lucky Lotto Day ticket, which correctly matched all five numbers — 1, 13, 19, 27 and 35.

Douglas Road Closes Due To Poles Downed In Thursday Storm

The road will remain closed until ComEd can respond and complete repairs, the Kendall County Sheriff's Office said.

🌱 Patch AM: Where To Watch 2026 World Cup In Oswego

Happening soon: Werk Force 12th Anniversary Weekend - Beers, Live Music & Merch OH MY! on the Oswego Patch calendar

Renee K. Viscariello (née Whalen), age 70, a resident of Plainfield, IL, formerly of Cicero and Riverside, IL

Renee was a 1973 graduate of Morton East High School in Cicero. A cosmetologist, Renee was the original owner of Salon Renee in Riverside.

Where To Watch 2026 World Cup In Oswego

For the first time, the world's biggest soccer tournament will feature 48 teams, making it the largest World Cup ever.

Large-Scale Emergency Personnel Training Exercise Planned In Oswego

Drivers should use caution when driving through the area due to a multi-agency training exercise, officials said.

🌱 Patch AM: See what Oswego buyers just paid for a River Mist Drive home

Be sure to catch Subdivision Garage Sale on the Oswego Patch calendar

Obituary: Thomas L. Bajt

He was exceptionally proud to be a part of the building of the State of IL High-rise in downtown Chicago.

Obituary: Scotty Pierce Lobenberg

Scotty was pure joy. He was a happy little boy with the sweetest smile, the loudest laughs, and a personality that could light up any room.

Obituary: Scotty Pierce Lobenberg

Scotty was pure joy. He was a happy little boy with the sweetest smile, the loudest laughs, and a personality that could light up any room.

🌱 Patch AM: Memorial Day Enforcement Yields 87 Tickets: Oswego Police

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Memorial Day Enforcement Yields 87 Tickets: Oswego Police

Officers issued the citations — and made seven arrests — during the two-week campaign encompassing Memorial Day.

Ramona Martha Alvarez

A woman with a generous heart and a gift for bringing people together, Martha touched the lives of everyone who knew her.

🌱 Patch AM: Teen Lantern Making Pop-Up - Oswego, IL 2026 and 11 more events

Happening soon: Massive Career Fair on the Oswego Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Teen Lantern Making Pop-Up - Oswego, IL 2026 and 11 more events

Also, don’t miss Massive Career Fair on the Oswego Patch calendar

Obituary: Mary Ellen Tea (nee Cherveny)

Laraway Schools cafeteria manager of 25 years passes away at 89.

Oswego Country Market Return For 2026 Season: These Vendors Are Participating

The Sunday tradition will return weekly through the fall.

Obituary: Catherine G. Coons (nee Jenkins)

Waitress for more than 50 years at Morris Country Club passes away surrounded by love.

Philip Joseph Bonacorsi, II

Between his dad jokes and endless collection of catchphrases, Phil had a gift for making people laugh.

Obituary: Judith Diane Prieboy

Judy’s life revolved around family, her dogs and shopping.

Obituary: William P. Ross

Bill was a longtime employee of the City of Joliet Street Department from 1971 to 2009.

Dorothy Ann Scheihing, age 81

A longtime resident of Oswego who will be remembered fondly by those she leaves behind.

Obituary: William E. Coughlin

Bill enjoyed a distinguished career in the insurance industry spanning more than five decades.

Obituary: Dominic A. Ragusa

Dominic enjoyed keeping busy with projects around the home he built and maintaining his well-manicured lawn.

Obituary: Ronald D. DeJule

Family was everything to him, and he was always there through both good times and the difficult ones.

William James “Bill” Broderick

Bill enjoyed boating with his family, traveling all over the globe, and sharing memorable journeys with his wife.

Obituary: Sophia G. Athanasiou (nee Papaefthimiou)

Sophia's faith guided her, and her love reached family, friends, and all who were fortunate enough to know her.

Obituary: Patricia I. White

Patricia enjoyed playing bingo and cards, especially poker, and belonged to two card clubs.

Obituary: Phyllis Marie Kunke (née Francisco)  

Most of all, Phyllis was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who created a home filled with warmth and encouragement.

Obituary: Kunigunde E. Piazza

With her strong spirit and pride in heritage, she would often say “Deutsch and Army Strong”

Obituary: Justin Tyler Wojtkowski

Those who knew Justin will remember him as loving, funny, and friendly—a man with a big heart, a quick smile, and a genuine care for others.

Bicyclist Struck While Crossing Route 31 In Oswego: Police

A 68-year-old bike rider was hit at the intersection of Route 31 and Washington Street, police said.

Find Oswego's Cheapest Gas During Record Memorial Day Travel Weekend

AAA estimates a record 39.1 million people will travel by car during the May 21-25 holiday period.

John E. “Sonny” Sease, Sr.

Sonny will be remembered as a man with an easy spirit and a warm smile.

Chain-Reaction Crash Caused By DUI Driver On Route 34: Oswego: Police

A car was beginning to pull over for an emergency vehicle on Route 34 when it was rear-ended, police said.

Obituary: Eugene George Balavender

The last words he spoke were how much he was going to miss everyone.

Obituary: Shirley Brookman

She worked at the Joliet Medical Group for over 30 years, where she formed many lasting friendships.

Obituary: Carole J. North (née Viskocil)

Her faith guided her daily, and she found strength, comfort, and purpose through God all throughout her life.