Judy Harvey

In the winter months, police often see an increase in stolen vehicles, the Joliet Police Department said.

Flu activity is up across Illinois, and that includes Grundy County, where Morris Hospital said it saw 167 cases from Dec. 21-27, over double from 72 the week before that.

Participants complete nature-themed challenges at Will County forest preserves throughout the year and are entered into random prize drawings.

Oswego police officers responded about 5:54 a.m. to a report of a burglary that had already occurred in the 2300 block of U.S. Route 34.

This year’s free, all-ages bald eagle celebration is set for 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 10, at Four Rivers Environmental Education Center in Channahon.

Democratic U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly is calling for the head of U.S. Department of Homeland Security Kristi Noem to be removed from office.

Rain will likely start in the afternoon, with the heavier rains and thunderstorms moving in by 6 p.m., the National Weather Service said

An Aurora man is facing felony drug charges after being arrested as part of a narcotics investigation involving state and Kendall County police.

A crew of firefighters remained on the scene overnight with the sprinkler system out of service to ensure there are no flare ups, the Joliet Fire Department said.

Firefighters found smoke and flames showing from the rear of the house. No residents were home at the time of the fire, the Joliet Fire Department said.

Illinois is reporting its first influenza death in a child this season

Flu activity is very high across Illinois coming out of Christmas week, the Illinois Department of Public Health reported.

Harper was a renowned American illustrator known for his minimalist approach. His art has been featured in Ford Times magazine and Golden Books.

ACES Academy is receiving national recognition for its work with parents in better understand the learning options available for their children, the school said.

County elections, leadership changes at the Diocese of Joliet and for some large school districts are just some of the stories we will be following this year.