News about Frankfort, Illinois
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Federal prosecutors motioned to end their 2017 federal fraud case against the former leader of Lincoln-Way High School District 210 based on medical issues hindering his ability to defend himself.
A female Labrador named Harlie will assist the New Lenox Police Department with searching for illegal drugs and tracking scents in police investigations.
Public hearing on Forest Preserve District bond plan draws more than 150 emails from concerned taxpayers.
Republicans point to Robert Schillerstrom's previous experience on DuPage County board. Democrats dissent.
A campaign treasurer for a former Republican state lawmaker pleaded not guilty to misdemeanor charges of harassment, obscenity and transmission of obscene messages.
A campaign aide for a former Republican state lawmaker has been charged in Will County with harassment through electronic communication, obscenity and other charges.
Will County State's Attorney announces two new members of Will County Children's Advocacy Center board of directors.
In a statement, Illinois House Republican Leader Tony McCombie said they are happy to welcome Patrick Sheehan has the "third law enforcement officer serving in our caucus."
A public meeting is set for 3 p.m. Friday in Mokena to review applications for the vacancy for Tim Ozinga, who has suddenly resigned from the Illinois General Assembly.
What are the top issues facing your district and what would you like to do to address those issues? "I believe that the most pressing issues facing the residents of my district are rising taxes from legislators in Springfield and increased crime."
The Lockport Township High School District 205 Board of Education on Monday gave approval to its architects to seek bids for the repair work to Central Campus' ceilings and discussed how long freshmen will be at Lincoln-Way North campus.
Joliet Region Chamber of Commerce announced that fifteen organizations have been nominated across five categories: retail, financial services, social services, professional services and education.
Come meet Santa’s very own reindeer from noon to 2 p.m. Get up close and take photos with these gentle furry friends, along with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Kids and kids at heart will be delighted with holiday-themed activities.
On Wednesday, about 900 Lockport District 205 freshmen and Lockport Academy students began school in their new temporary home of Lincoln-Way North, in Frankfort. The students have been relocated due to Lockport Central building closed for repairs.
Lockport Township High School District 205 is going to have freshmen attend school at the former Lincoln-Way North High School campus in Frankfort while the district continues renovations and inspections at its Central campus following a ceiling collapse.
Dontavious Harvey, 24, of Dolton, was sentenced in two 2019 armed robberies
A 2017 fraud case against Lincoln-Way District 210's former leader has been continually delayed for years because of his unspecified medical conditions. The district suffered a financial crisis that led to a school closure after his retirement.
The 55th annual Frankfort Fall Festival will feature more than 300 artisans from across the U.S., carnival, live entertainment, and food, including walking tacos and funnel cakes, and a parade.
Lincoln-Way East and Kenwood’s hopes to get a jumpstart on the 2023 football season got burnt by the hot and humid weather forecast.
Two men have been sentenced to 30 years in prison for their role in the 2019 armed robberies of a woman in Frankfort and a man in New Lenox.
The Pfeiffer Road project is seen as a big step forward on reducing traffic congestion, and promoting accessibility within the community.
Accident happened on U.S. 45 in Green Garden Township late Friday night.
Northern Illinois University recently announced its 2023 recipients of the Forward, Together Forward scholarship, a fund created in honor of the five NIU students who were killed in a mass shooting in DeKalb on Feb. 14, 2008.
Bond was set Tuesday at $40,0000 for a Will County man accused of leading police on a high-speed chase, authorities said.
A young man and teen were arrested in Frankfort Township after they were trailed by an off-duty detective who believed they were going to commit a robbery.
Eight members requested the meeting to consider delaying demolition and examining redevelopment.
Two masked suspects carjacked an Uber driver in New Lenox. He was struck in the head with a firearm. The incident occurred several days after a violent bank robbery in Frankfort Township.
Employee pistol whipped at bank vault, police said.
This year’s student speakers were Alexa Hadley (Lincoln-Way Central), Jenan Halawa (Lincoln-Way East) and Jack Towner (Lincoln-Way West).
Will County Sheriff's Deputy Michael Queeney was among 37 fallen officers who were recognized at the 42nd Will County Law Enforcement Memorial Day.
April 29-May 6, 2023
A New Lenox gun shop owner was back in jail on new charges accusing him fraudulently obtaining two Ford Broncos worth $144,830 and burglarizing the Frankfort dealership that owned the vehicles.
Prosecutors are seeking forfeiture of accounts they alleged were used by a Mokena man in a money laundering scheme involving unemployment benefits. The man is also charged with unlawfully obtaining proprietary data from his former employer.
A federal fraud case against an 85-year-old former superintendent of Lincoln Way High School District 210 has dragged on for roughly five-and-half years. The former leader continues to collect hundreds of thousands in pension income each year, which he could lose if convicted.
We've got updated unofficial election results for Joliet and Will County for you here
Question: Would you propose any changes to the curriculum? If so, what? Answer: I plan to make sure that no single individual makes curricular decisions without a process for gathering input and vetting appropriate resources district-wide. Read Dana Bergthold's questionnaire here
Lung care at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox include a pulmonary rehabilitation program and lung cancer screening.
A former teacher from Frankfort was sentenced to 180 days in jail and 30 months of probation after he pleaded guilty last year to aggravated criminal sexual abuse of a female minor.
Customers were encouraged to vote for one of three charities per location for the chance to win first, second or third place in a series of possible donations.
A “Great Moments In Vinyl tribute to U2 Concert” will be held 7 p.m. Friday at the Joliet Area Historical Museum, 204 N. Ottawa St. in Joliet. Great Moments in Vinyl will pay tribute to U2′s “Joshua Tree” album.
The former Lincoln-Way superintendent charged with fraud in a federal case has “serious and ongoing medical conditions” and he “cannot meaningfully participate in his own defense at this time,” according to Jan. 11 joint status report.
A resident was walking his dog near the intersection of West Woodvale Road and South River Road, when the dog got loose from the leash and then ran into the woods. The dog led the resident to skeletal remains, which were scattered due to animal activity,
Michael Papandrea is at least the third defendant in Will County to avoid prison time for unauthorized video recording of female minors. He was sentenced to probation and 50% of a 14-day jail sentence after he pleaded guilty to six of the 17 charges against him.
One of the three suspects involved in the April 30 robbery in Frankfort was shot by a patron and pronounced dead by responding paramedics, police said.
A federal fraud case against former Lincoln-Way superintendent Lawrence Wyllie was continued to next year with no resolution in sight. Since Wyllie retired in 2013, he's been paid $3 million in pension benefits. He could lose his pension if convicted of the charges.
Joseph Shourek, 65, of Tinley Park, was pronounced deceased last week following a crash on Sept. 17 in Frankfort, according to the Cook County Medical Examiner's Office.
Richard Reeves was identified as the suspect who altered a mechanism at a Speedway gas station pump in Frankfort that allowed the gas to pump freely, police said. Fifteen vehicles fueled at the pump, resulting in 225 gallons of gas being stolen.
Eisenhower Academy in Joliet was named a Blue Ribbon School for 2022. Eisenhower Academy also received the honor in 2016. Chelsea Intermediate School in Frankfort was also named a Blue Ribbon School for 2022.
Proceeds from Frankfort’s 13th annual Amateur Rib Cook-Off benefit the Frankfort Area Jaycees and Frankfort Lions Club.