The U.S. war in the Middle East "will affect oil prices significantly because of the uncertainty,” said Oguzhan Batmaz, assistant professor of economics at Lewis University in Romeoville

A US strike that killed Iran’s supreme leader and sparked a growing war was years in the making, said a Northern Illinois University expert who has studied US–Iran tensions

Attendees are encouraged to purchase tickets early, as there is a limited amount available. The registration deadline is Friday, February 27, or until full.

What better way for Easy Street Theater to celebrate its 20th season than doubling down on its latest production.

Kankakee Community College is now accepting applications for its Fast Path transfer degree program.

The planned $18-million expansion of the Kanakee-based Aqua Illinois water plant brought neighborhood concerns during a public meeting.

Donors may access the telethon in person and through the Easterseals Joliet Region website. Service areas include Will, Grundy, Kendall, Kankakee, Ford and Iroquois counties.

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Scientific research has revealed a marked increase in heart attacks and strokes in the days following this time change each year, the American Heart Association said