Auto enthusiasts can get out and show off their flashy and vintage cars at community cruise nights throughout Will County.

CITGO’s Lemont Refinery donated funds to the Will County Sheriff’s Office that will go to support the department’s K-9 Unit.

Two people were killed in a three-vehicle crash on Interstate 55 in Lemont.

A Homer Glen man was arrested after he was accused of threatening a Republican state lawmaker.

Downers Grove launches its Friday Night Live concert lineup, while Westmont is home to the Spring Fling Festival, Darien adds a carnival to the holiday weekend, and The Forge Lemont Quarries presents the Blues, Brews & BBQ Fest. Theater lovers are offered a trio of new offerings.

A Lemont man is facing multiple charges after he fled Bolingbrook police and his SUV struck a vehicle causing serious injuries to a woman and her 3-month-old child.

Lemont High School senior Matthew Bechtlofft earned his first state championship in the graphic design competition at the Future Business Leaders of America State Leadership Conference

Voters this week in Will County determined who will make the important decisions regarding their communities, schools, townships, fire departments, parks and libraries. See the results here.

This spring, Will County voters will get to decide who will represent them on their town, school, park and township boards, as well as weigh in on local referendum questions.

Round three of Lemont v. Hunger food packing will be held April 12

A reckless homicide charge has been filed in Will County against a Tesla driver over a Feb. 5 crash that claimed the lives of Sameer Gowani, 36, and Quincy Benbow, 33.

Lemont High School junior Luke Rupert was selected to play in the All-State Jazz band

The 2025 St. Patrick's Day in Lemont was held on Saturday, March 8, 2025.

Rustic Knead, a bakery cafe in Lemont, recently opened its second location in Frankfort.

About 7:09 p.m. Friday night, the Lockport Township Fire Protection District responded to a fire alarm in the 900 block of East Ninth Street in Lockport.

Lemont High School was represented in the main event at the country’s largest statewide theatre festival for the first time since 2016.

"Groundhog Day" movie inspires fashion

When shortform video platform TikTok shut down service earlier this month, the move surprised some Illinois politicians who use the app to educate, reach constituents and follow trends.

The Lemont chapter of the Future Business Leaders of America placed among the top four in 18 events at the Central Northern Area Conference Regional

Sarah Goodin of Channahon completed all 212 of the Fall Frolic missions to win the Forest Preserve District of Will County's Take It Outside Challenge.

The Lemont High School District 210 Board of Education has selected Matt Maxwell as the district’s next superintendent.

The new activities join an already action-packed roster of activities at The Forge: Lemont Quarries including climbing, ziplining, kayaking, laser tag, archery, axe throwing and more. 

The South East Association for Special Parks and Recreation will present its annual Holiday Spectacular at 7 p.m. Dec. 17, at the Lemont High School Performing Arts Center, 800 Porter St, Lemont.

This pet- and family-friendly event is Sunday, Dec. 1.

Discover Lemont’s unique place in Midwestern history through the buildings, stories, and local landmarks that make this community truly special.

Adam Jomant of Lockport is an operations specialist for the Will County 911 System, staff photographer for the Joliet Slammers, freelance photographer, volunteer for the Will County Emergency Management Agency, and avid hiker and storm chaser.

The Forge: Lemont Quarries has a full schedule of holiday events in October, November and December.

Two Lemont seniors named National Merit Semifinalists

Fall offers its own unique festivals and community celebrations throughout the northern Will County area. Check here for a listing of special events in September and October.

Metra will offer special service on the Heritage Corridor Line on six Saturdays this fall, so residents can explore the communities along the route that begins in Joliet and ends in Chicago at Union Station.

Army reservists were welcomed home to their base in Arlington Heights after a nine-month deployment to Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.

Fall offers its own full season of festivals and community celebrations throughout Will County. Check here for listing of special events coming up August through October.

Lemont to publish a limited edition zine in recognition of the village’s 150th anniversary

Tom’s Place has been a staple in downtown Lemont for three generations

The 2024 boys golf season is underway. Here are previews of teams from around the Herald-News coverage area.

The Taste of Lemont will be held Sept. 7

The event is from 5-9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3.

Cook County treasurer will send $22 million in automatic property tax refunds to more than 10,000 property owners

After four years in Lemont, dog training and daycare business Wags to Riches has found a new home in Lockport.

There's no shortage of parades and festivities to attend to celebrate Independence Day in DuPage and western Cook counties.

The Lockport City Council voted unanimously to oppose a truck dealership and repair shop development at I-355 and Archer Avenue following request from Lemont to join it in its opposition.

Michal Mutterer, new president and CEO at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox, strives to be a role model for his children and his staff.

The Lemont Park District will host Sunset Soiree on Stephen Street with music from Beyond Blonde, a tribute to Pink, Gwen Stefani and Lady Gaga on June 6.

Lemont senior earns medal for editorial cartooning at journalism state finals

Experience the emotional moments as television celebrities and a classical music star are inducted into the Fox Valley Arts Hall of Fame.

A CITGO Lemont Refinery employee has been recognized as a hero by the company and the Village of Lemont after he saved a citizen from a burning vehicle in January.

Here are unofficial results for the 2024 March primary for the Will County Board and local judicial and legislative races, as well as referendum questions.

The Creamery, an ice cream and dessert shop, has seven suburban locations in Will and DuPage counties.

Kathy Jenner of Lemont praised the care her parents receive from Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care in Joliet.

The annual Lemont St. Patrick's Day Parade was held on Saturday, March 9, 2024.