Neighbors say Thornton Reservoir in Chicago's south suburbs stinks after rainfall

People living and working near the Thornton Reservoir in Chicago's south suburbs said they were dealing with a strong stench.

• Jul 8

Could a gun found at Thornton Distilling Company be linked to Al Capone?

History is found in many places, including a distillery in the south suburbs.

• Feb 5

Durbin, MWRD seek to secure federal reimbursement for Thornton Reservoir construction

U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-Illinois) and Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago President Kari Steele met Wednesday to talk about securing federal funding owed to the district for the Thornton Composite Reservoir.

• Jan 14

Thornton police apprehend suspect after pursuit that prompts shelter-in-place call

Police said the incident stemmed from a stolen vehicle pursuit, and the suspect ran off on foot and entered a home.

• Aug 27, 2025

Tiffany Henyard could be jailed if she doesn't show up in court

Former Dolton mayor Tiffany Henyard could is due in court on Friday, and could be put in jail if she fails to show up.

• May 30, 2025

Thornton Township elects new trustee after Supervisor Henyard was denied pick

New trustee Stephanie Wiedeman won nomination and was sworn in at the Tuesday night assembly. She replaced Jerry Jones, who resigned.

• Jan 21, 2025

Henyard confident she'll be on the ballot for Thornton Twp. Supervisor

This comes just days after a Democratic Party Caucus for Thornton Township resulted in Henyard being left out on the ballot for reelection in April.

• Dec 6, 2024