Thornton

Illinois · IL · Cook County

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About Thornton

Village in Illinois, United States

2,386Population

2.3 sq miArea

Thornton is a village in Cook County, Illinois, United States, and a south suburb of Chicago. The population was 2,386 at the 2020 census. Thornton is home to the Thornton Quarry, one of the largest quarries in the world.

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September 14–20, 2026·Illinois · IL · Cook County

The community noted 2 passings this week (obituaries).

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Ben D.

2h · Townwide

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Big thanks to whoever returned my wallet

Left it at the counter and someone turned it in with everything inside. Faith in Thornton restored.

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Omar A.

5h · Townwide

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New coffee shop opened on Main

Went twice this week already. Great flat white and there's a corner with outlets if you need to work.

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