News ClipShaw Local·Lockport, Will County, IL
Lockport cancels future data center discussions in light of resident pushback
The City of Lockport has suspended all future discussions about data center development in its Star Innovation District due to strong resident opposition. The decision comes after a workshop where residents voiced concerns about utility costs, environmental impacts, and lack of regulation. The city will let its Letter of Intent with VME Developers expire and plans to revisit the master plan for the district.
5/28/2026
