Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Four Men, Six Women Arrested Following Aurora Prostitution Sting: Police
Aurora police arrested 10 last week after setting up dates on the internet.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
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Romeoville, IL|News|
Peace Officers Memorial Day is Wednesday: Show Your Appreciation for Romeoville Cops
Have a fun or personal story involving the Romeoville Police Department? Share below!
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Peace Officers Memorial Day is Wednesday: Show Your Appreciation for Bolingbrook Cops
Have a fun or personal story involving the Bolingbrook Police Department? Share below!
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
April Flood Ruled a Disaster; Will County Residents Eligible for Federal Aid
President Obama's declaration of 11 Illinois counties as disaster areas frees up FEMA money to help in recovery efforts. Here's information about how to apply for help.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Animal Control Building Remains Vacant As Repairs Address Flood Damage
Bolingbrook's animal control building remains vacant and undergoing repairs following last month's flooding.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Football: Bolingbrook's Parrker Westphal Makes Unofficial Visit to Florida
Westphal, a defensive back for Bolingbrook High School, has received 20 college football scholarship offers.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Valley View Teachers Union to Vote on Contract Wednesday, Days After District Cuts Positions
The Valley View teachers union will vote Wednesday on a second proposed contract after rejecting a first proposal in September.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Channahon-Minooka, IL|News|
Channahon Couple Sues Bolingbrook Adoption Agency After Being Forced to Give Child Back
A Channahon couple is suing Sunny Ridge Family Center in Bolingbrook over an alleged botched adoption in 2011.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Valley View Approves Plan to Cut $560,000 in Administrative Costs
The plan, which includes cutting or reclassifying administrative positions, will result in "significant savings" over the next three years.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Archdiocese Responds to Protests Against Bolingbrook Ex-Priest Accused of Sexually Abusing Boys
The Archdiocese of Chicago released the following statement Friday after a group demanded the firing of ex-priest Russell Romano, who is now serving as a counselor for Advocate Health Care.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Graffiti Found on Bridge, Door Smashed and Laptops Stolen: Bolingbrook Police
Car side window broken, animal citation and more in the Bolingbrook police blotter of April 30 and May 1.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Student Headed to FCCLA National Competition
Eight Bolingbrook High School students recently medaled at the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America State Conference.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Brooks’ Sabbah and Czajka Earn Regional Writing Honors
Brooks Middle School eighth-graders Sara Sabbah and Katie Czajka recently received regional awards from the National Scholastic Art and Writing Awards.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Message to Incoming RHS Freshmen: “Don’t Hold Back”
A’ric Jackson, "The Dream Achiever" spoke to the Romeoville High School Class of 2017 Friday.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bicyclist Hit by Car in Bolingbrook: Police
The accident was reported near the intersection of Schmidt and Boughton Roads Saturday night.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Victim Hit with Bottle, Door Damaged with Pipe: Bolingbrook Police
Stolen truck, identity theft and more in the Bolingbrook police blotter of April 28-29.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Couple Sues Bolingbrook Adoption Agency After Being Forced to Give Child Back
A Channahon couple is suing Sunny Ridge Family Center in Bolingbrook over an alleged botched adoption in 2011.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Welcomes Home Sgt. Brian Barrett from Third Tour of Duty
Bolingbrook police and fire officials, the Patriot Guard and community members welcomed home Barrett Saturday after 10 months of serving in Kuwait.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Romeoville Police Blotter: Endangering the Life of a Child, DUI, Battery
Arrests reported by Romeoville police, May 1-8.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
Romeoville Police Blotter: DUI, Marijuana, Hit and Run
Arrests reported by Romeoville police, April 19-30.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff