But some trustees blasted the plan as a "waste of money," saying the village already knows the cost of launching a PD would be "exorbitant."
Tthere are 10 secure ballot drop boxes across Will County, including one at the Lockport library, 121 E. Eighth St.
The community would be located north of 163rd Street and east of Gougar Road.
Voters will decide on candidates for federal and state senate and representative, county candidates, and precinct committeeperson candidates
The City sold the former Dellwood Tire property.
The proposal is with V3 Companies for a cost of $73,500.
The City Council approved two contracts for the playground.
The proposed bills are focused on mental health support for officers, and improving office recruitment and retention.
The study won't be finished until next year.
The bill seeks to include "coercive control" and nonphysical abuse under domestic violence laws.
Planned events for 2026 include movies under the stars, Homer for the Holidays, kite fest, Scare-itage Park and more.
The new development will be at the southwest corner of 159th and Farrell Road.
The Board originally denied the request in September 2025 in a 4-2 vote.
Anyone can participate by creating a card and dropping it off at Sheehan’s district office, at 15746 S. Bell Road in Homer Glen.
Two valet stands are located at Mamma Onesta's and Lock & Mule, with hours from 4 p.m. to midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.
Lif will serve the remainder of Alderman Patrick McDonald's term, who died last year.
Eligible voters can submit their Vote By Mail applications online, by mail, or in person.
Christina Neitzke-Troike is running alongside video gambling and real estate mogul Rick Heidner, who hopes to challenge Gov. JB Pritzker.
The yield sign will go at the intersection of Erin and Meath drives.
The Board approved a resolution asking federal representatives in Congress to oppose increases in truck size or weight.
The workshop will be held at Roxy Lockport from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Sept. 25.
Crash Champions currently operates a facility on Archer Avenue, but has outgrown its current location.
Sheehan represents the 37th District, which includes parts of Homer Glen, Lockport, Joliet, Mokena, Orland Park and New Lenox.
Meetings will be moving off-site as renovations at Lockport City Hall begin.
Holzhauser will serve in the Trustee position for its remaining term, which ends in May 2027.
You can drop off donations at Rep. Sheehan’s District Office, located at 15746 S. Bell Road in Homer Glen.
The primary election is March 17, 2026, and the general election day is Nov. 3, 2026.
Schaller will fill the position for the remaining term, which will end in May 2027.
Chief Harang has served as chief for the past four years, since 2021, and has been with the department for 26 years.
The Homer Glen parents of 2-year-old Trinity Balen-Weiher were both charged with first-degree murder, but were not detained in jail.
Patrick Maier was elected to the Lockport Township Park District board in April.
“The SAFE-T Act has failed the people of Illinois,” Rep. Sheehan said.
Steilen will begin her term as Homer Township Supervisor after winning in the April 1 election.
“Steve embodied the spirit of resilience, strength, and leadership both on and off the football field,” Rep. La Ha said.
Neitzke-Troike said McNaughton submitted his resignation on April 7, and it is effective as of April 30.
In Homer Glen, Reynders had 1,821 votes, LePore had 1,675 and Muller had 1,505, according to unoffical results.
Candidate Tim O'Neil has a prior felony conviction, which violates Illinois Township Code.
There are seven candidates, as well as one write-in candidate, running for the three positions.
Races to watch and where to drop off your vote by mail ballot.
The League of Women Voters hosted a forum for Democratic candidate Marie Newman and Republican Mike Fricilone. Watch the replay.
A Cook County GOP-commissioned poll shows a tightening race in Illinois's 3rd Congressional District.
League of Women Voters will host a virtual forum Oct. 1 for 3rd Congressional District candidates Mike Fricilone and Marie Newman.
GOP congressional candidate Mike Fricilone wins endorsement of Chicago FOP and other cop unions in IL-03 race against Democrat Marie Newman.
Democrat Rush Darwish is running for the 3rd Congressional District seat.
Democrat Charles Hughes is running for the 3rd Congressional District seat.
Democrat Dan Lipinski is running for the 3rd Congressional District seat.
The congressional primary heats up in Illinois' 3rd District, as Democrats Marie Newman and Dan Lipinski announce major endorsements.
In a pointed jab against socially conservative Congressman Dan Lipinski, the Chicago mayor refers to him as "Trump's favorite Democrat."