Frankfort, IL|News|
Pet Portraits Raise Money For Paws-4-Kids Therapy Dog Program
A Frankfort photographer is offering the sessions starting this month.
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Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
- 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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Romeoville, IL|News|
Valley View Schools Awarded Grants For School Security Improvements: Will County
The $129,777 in grant awards are funded by State of Illinois Cannabis Sales Tax Revenue received by the County.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Lockport-Area Districts Awarded Grants For School Security Improvements: Will County
The $129,777 in grant awards are funded by State of Illinois Cannabis Sales Tax Revenue received by the County.
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Lemont|News|
Lemont Farmers Market Continues Through Sept. 29
Vendors change weekly, but some options include flowers, produce, baked goods and other treats.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Back To School: Valley View School District 2026-27 Calendar
Valley View students head back to school on Aug. 13.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Frankfort Party In The Park Set For July 13
Party in the Park events include games, activities and a DJ dance party.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Extreme Heat Warnings Extended To Rest Of Chicago Area, Heat Will Continue Into Thursday
Storms on Thursday afternoon could possibly bring some relief from the heat.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
LTHS Board Approves Revised 2026-27 School Year Calendar
The first day of school will be Aug. 17 for LTHS students.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Lockport Dance Company Claims 'Studio Of Excellence' Award For Third Time
The family-owned studio opened in Lockport in 2022.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Saharan Dust Plume Moves Across Illinois Tuesday
Look out for hazy skies on Tuesday, and you might see a beautiful sunset this week from the dust.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Frankfort Resident Wins Silver At 2026 Special Olympics USA Games
The Illinois team, which included Frankfort resident Jimmy Moustis, earned silver against Ohio.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
Romeoville Police Begin July 4th Enforcement For Impaired Driving, Seat Belt Use
The safety campaign will run through July 6.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Southwest Community Concert Band Holds July 4th Concert In Homer Glen
The band, in its 43rd season, will hold a concert at Annunciation Byzantine Catholic Church.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Man Killed At Amazon Facility In Matteson: Village
Police say the suspect, a food delivery driver, was still at large.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Dangerous Heat Wave Starts Monday For Chicago Area
The entire Chicago area is under heat advisories or an extreme heat warning, and the heat index could climb to above 105 degrees.
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Lemont|News|
Lemont Police, Lemont Fire Face Off In Charity Softball Tournament
The first-ever charity softball tournament between the two will support the Elliestrong Forever Foundation.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Midwest 'Heat Dome': Dangerous Heat Wave On Its Way To Chicago Area
Afternoon heat index values over 100 degrees are possible.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Dangerous Heat Expected For Will County Starting Monday
Heat index values may be higher than 100 degrees on both Monday and Tuesday.
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Lemont|News|
Will County Board Member Opposes CITGO Lemont Request For Adjusted Carbon Monoxide Standard
Many area residents have sent in their opposition to the Illinois Pollution Control Board and have raised awareness about the meeting.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
New Exhibit Opens At Isle A La Cache On July 1
The “Our Storytellers: Pokagon Potawatomi Black Ash Baskets” exhibit runs through Aug. 30.
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