Lightning strike likely sparked fire that damaged Illinois home: officials
A lightning strike reportedly sparked a fire that destroyed the roof of a Lockport home Monday evening, forcing residents to evacuate but leaving no one injured, officials said.
Father, son drowned in Lake Michigan: Indiana officials
A Chicago-area father and son drowned in Lake Michigan on Saturday, according to Indiana Conservation Officers.
Surplus sewing machines spark new opportunities for Lockport students
What’s old is new again, and it’s paving the way for some bright futures in Lockport.
'A miracle in this room': Lockport woman beats the odds after suffering multiple strokes
While recovery from a stroke is different for everyone, a Lockport woman did the unimaginable — returning to her normal routine just weeks after suffering multiple strokes.
Suburban pizzeria offers free pizza for a year to help catch attempted burglars
After a failed break-in, a suburban pizzeria is serving up slices of justice—offering anyone who helps ID the suspects a year of free pizza.
As prices soar, ShareFest Will County offers holiday cheer and support
With grocery prices skyrocketing — eggs up 37% nationwide, beef on the rise, and orange juice squeezing wallets — ShareFest Will County is stepping in to help neighbors in need.
Lockport's Big Run Wolf Ranch offers up-close look at Kuma the bear and other wildlife
This week's Orange Friday took a unique turn with a visit from Kuma the Bear, a 500-pound black bear who has spent most of his life at Big Run Wolf Ranch in Lockport.
Suburban DMV location to permanently close next week
The Illinois Secretary of State announced a DMV facility in suburban Chicago will be closing its doors for good next Monday.
Lockport murder trial: Anthony Maggio found guilty of murdering ex-girlfriend, daughter
After two days of jury deliberations, a guilty verdict was announced in the slayings of a Lockport mother and her 14-month-old daughter.
Jury announces verdict in Lockport murder trial of Anthony Maggio
A jury has announced a verdict in the Lockport murder trial of Anthony Maggio.



















