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Country Herald

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Will County, IL Mother Charged in 12-Year-Old Daughter's Death

A Lockport woman was arrested Saturday following a renewed investigation into her daughter's 2024 death.

Will County, IL · 2d

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None hurt in Peotone barn fire

The Manhattan Fire Protection District responded swiftly to a call for a barn fire at a residence near Station 83 shortly after 7 p.m. on Oct. 30. Crews arrived within four minutes to the 29000 block of South Joliet Road in Peotone, whereupon they found smoke showing from the barn and a working fire was confirmed. The barn was located on a residential property, and all occupants were evacuated safely prior to the arrival of emergency personnel.

Peotone, IL · 2d
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NBC Chicago

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New kind of DMV opens in south suburbs, and it's different than typical facilities

A new, permanent DMV is now open in the south suburbs, and this facility is a little different from others. The 8,700-square-foot facility in Orland Hills, dubbed a DMV+, is a "one-stop destination" for driver and vehicle services, along with a number of other offerings that would otherwise require a trip to Secretary of State facilities in Springfield or Chicago.

Orland Hills, IL · 2d
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Construction flagger critically injured in crash near Palos Park

PALOS PARK, Ill. - A 34-year-old construction flagger was critically injured in a crash Monday morning on Archer Avenue near Parker Road, according to the Palos Park Police Department. What happened. What we know:. The Palos Park Police Department is investigating a crash involving a construction flagger that occurred on...

Palos Park, IL · 2d
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Channel3000com News 3 Now

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Police search for missing Illinois teen who may have been spotted in Portage

PORTAGE, Wis. -- Police in Elwood, Ill. are searching for a missing teen who they said may have passed through Portage on Tuesday.

Portage, WI · 1d

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Video: High school goes viral after attempting a 104-yard field goal

Every coach who has read the NFHS rulebook knows a missed field goal is a scrimmage kick, just like a punt. Lyons Township high school (IL) has built their fourth-down plan around that rule this fall, and on Saturday night it ended up going viral. Facing fourth-and-long on their own...

Lyons, IL · 2d

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This Cash-Only Illinois Tavern Has Been Serving Giant One-Pound Burgers For Decades

A full pound of beef on one bun. That’s the standard burger here, not some dare written on a chalkboard. The smaller version is the half-pound option, which tells you a lot about this place. There are no fries on the menu either. You get chips instead, and somehow that quirk feels just right.

Lemont, IL · 1d

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Developer eyes Manhattan for fast food restaurant

The Village of Manhattan could soon get a new fast food restaurant if plans revealed at the most recent board meeting come to fruition. Ampler Development signed a letter of intent to purchase and develop the village-owned property at the corner of Brookstone Drive and Route 52 in Manhattan for a Taco Bell restaurant.

Manhattan, IL · 2d

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Orland Park learns a lesson from land use moratorium

So, what did Orland Park officials learn during the current 14-month land use moratorium. Staff did a lot of homework and analyzed each affected land use category to determine if code changes were needed and recommendations were made for retail mattress businesses, pawn shops/second hand stores, coffee/tea shops, breakfast restaurants, alternative financial service, grocery stores under 50,000 square feet, standalone convenience stores, jewelry stores and personal grooming establishments.

Orland Park, IL · 11h

ABC 7 Chicago

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Chicago Heights police seek help identifying owner of jacket found with skeletal remains in garbage

Chicago Heights police are asking for help as they try to identify human remains found inside a garbage can on Sunday morning.

Chicago Heights, IL · 2d

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Weekend lane closures on eastbound I-80 in Joliet

IDOT announced today that bridge deck repairs and pavement patching on Interstate 80 between Houbolt Road and Richards Street, in Joliet, will require weekend lane closures. ​. Starting at 10 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, lane closures are scheduled to take place on eastbound I-80, between Houbolt Road and Richards Street....

Joliet, IL · 1d

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City of Joliet Unwraps a Season of Holiday Magic with Festive Celebrations and Traditions

From the first glow of the Christmas tree in City Square to Santa’s last trip through Joliet’s neighborhoods, the City of Joliet invites residents and visitors to spend part of the holidays together. The season begins Friday, November 27, with the annual Christmas Tree Lighting and continues in December with the 50th anniversary of the Festival of Gnomes, the debut of the Jingle & Mingle holiday market, and the annual Santa Send-Off.

Joliet, IL · 1d

967 The Eagle

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Tube Sock Trick From The 1980s Lands Illinois Man In Trouble

An Illinois couple landed in handcuffs after police spotted something suspicious in a sock during a trespassing arrest. Turns out they were using an old 1980s trick to hide drugs.

Illinois · 1d

CBS Chicago

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E. coli cases at popular Homer Glen pumpkin farm traced to baby goat

Will County health officials said cases of E. coli in people who visited Bengston's Pumpkin Farm in Homer Glen, Illinois, have been traced back to one baby goat in their petting zoo.

Homer Glen, IL · 1d

ABC 7 Chicago

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New Diocese of Joliet bishop installed as parishioners look to church's future

Parishioners across the Diocese of Joliet welcomed their new leader during an installation ceremony Wednesday.

Joliet, IL · 4h

WGN News

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Ribbon-cutting ceremony held to celebrate launch of Amazon Prime Air drones in south suburbs

Amazon launched its drone delivery service in several Illinois suburbs, including Markham, following a recent ribbon-cutting ceremony.

Markham, IL · 1d

CBS Chicago

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Man charged with murder of Chicago area violence prevention leader

A man has been charged with the murder of the leader of a Chicago area violence prevention leader last month​ in south suburban Chicago Heights.

Chicago Heights, IL · 2d

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Community Leader Alicia Morales Considers Run For Mayor Of Joliet

WJOL has learned that Alicia Morales is circulating petitions, gathering signatures to run for Mayor of Joliet. Morales was the first Latina appointed as Joliet Township Supervisor in July of 2024. Morales is a lifetime resident of Joliet, who has a degree from Joliet Junior College, and an MBA from...

Joliet, IL · 2d

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Basement fire damages Orland Park home; no injuries reported

A fire tore through the basement of a home in the 8400 block of Camelia Lane in Orland Park on Sunday morning, Nov. 8, 2026. No one was hurt. Everyone inside had gotten out before firefighters arrived, according to the account. Initial reports described a couch on fire in the basement.

Orland Park, IL · 1d

Country Herald

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Frankfort, IL Holiday House Walk Returns Dec. 4: Tickets $35

The 45th annual event features decorated homes, holiday treats and local history.

Frankfort, IL · 2d