New Lenox, Illinois news and information from the Joliet Herald-News, part of the Shaw Local News Network
Will County property transfers from March 4 to Aug. 16, 2024.
The Will County Clerk’s Office determined an image of a Facebook post about the attempted assassination of Donald Trump that was attributed to an election judge was a “manipulated image” and not real.
Will County is offering free recycling for electronics, household hazardous waste, metal, wood, clothing, books, toys, and more on Saturday in New Lenox. Pre-registration is required.
A former Joliet police officer has pleaded not guilty to federal drug trafficking charges and a judge released him from custody after he surrendered to the Drug Enforcement Administration.
Here are the La Salle County marriage licenses from Aug. 16 through Aug. 30, 2024.
A former Joliet police officer who was convicted of domestic battery in 2023 has been indicted by a federal grand jury on drug trafficking charges.
Election candidate packets are now available for people seeking to run in the April 2025 municipal elections.
Will County property transfers from May 8 to July 30, 2024.
A Will County lawsuit claims a New Lenox Township trustee subjected a woman to doxing and defamation with a fake post published on a Republican Facebook group.
Joseph Hosey has returned to Shaw Media as executive editor for the company’s news operations
Courtney Miller, 18, who was killed in a two-vehicle crash in Mokena has been identified by the Will County Coroner’s Office.
As Will County schools begin a new year this month, we took a look at cell phone policies for students at Joliet area schools districts. Here's what we found.
An 18-year-old girl was killed in a two-vehicle crash in Mokena, police said. A 47-year-old driver was issued citations and the investigation remains ongoing.
The Silver Cross Medical Group has moved to 410 E. Lincoln Hwy, Suite 251, New Lenox.
Here’s when and where to catch late summer car cruise nights in Will County.
Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox held its very first reunion of Amy, Matthew and Jay Vana Neonatal Intensive Care Unit graduates and the babies’ immediate families. Approximately 250 babies and their families and 20 members of Silver Cross' staff attended.
Trinity Services in New Lenox is seeking historical photos and newspaper articles for its 75th anniversary celebration in 2025.
Drivers should expect lane shifts, overnight lane closures, and significant delays along Interstate 80 during the weekend Aug. 3-4,
Concerns over truck traffic rumbling through residential sections of the Joliet area was raised once again by people attending an open house unveiling various plans for the Cherry Hill-Mills road corridor.
The two men who suffered gunshot wounds at Pilcher Park in Joliet had a confrontation with each other, police said.
A 24-year-old man suffered a gunshot wound to the head at Pilcher Park in Joliet and he was flown to a hospital in Chicago for treatment.
Silver Cross Boulevard in New Lenox is now Honorary Ruth Colby Boulevard.
Proceeds from the 33rd Annual Silver Cross Charity Golf and Pickleball Classic fundraiser “benefit the greatest needs at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox," according to a news release from Silver cross.
The closure of I-55 extended to both directions between Illinois Route 6 and River Road, according to the Illinois Department of Transportation.
Communities across Will County begin cleaning up and assessing damage Tuesday from severe storms that swept across northern Illinois on Monday night July 15, 2024.
Angel Contreras will provide free assistance to Joliet Township after he resigns and the township will consider "all options, including potentially hiring Angel as an employee or consultant,” the township’s attorney said.
Suspects allegedly grabbed alcohol and pointed a gun before heading for Old Plank Trail.
The Family Services Foundation of New Lenox Township donated $5,000 to the district, which helped to purchase 30 new lock boxes for residents.
The Lincoln-Way Area Business Women’s Organization awarded the scholarships.
The body was identified Tuesday evening as Chicago pastor Warren Beard, 53, who was was last seen July 2 in Joliet, Will County Coroner Laurie Summers said.
Joshua Doss, 45, of New Lenox, was pronounced dead after he was struck by a Metra train.
There is still plenty of summer left to get out for a good bike ride along these Will County trails.
Plainfield and New Lenox are two of the suburban communities reportedly being considered for Jack in the Box fast food restaurants.
Construction lanes will reopen for the holiday weekend but not everywhere.
Various Independence Day festivities will take place across Will and Grundy counties featuring community celebrations, fireworks, live music, food trucks and more.
A New Lenox man allegedly caught with child sex abuse images had also been secretly video recording a family member inside of a bathroom and bedroom, police said.
Federal prosecutors motioned to end their 2017 federal fraud case against the former leader of Lincoln-Way High School District 210 based on medical issues hindering his ability to defend himself.
Signature Celebrations by Alicia is “an upscale contemporary venue” for a variety of events. The 3,350-square foot space has the capacity for up to 100 seated guests, according to its website.
IDOT says work will be done overnight Thursday and Tuesday.
A groundbreaking ceremony was held in Joliet to celebrate the construction of an Agile Cold Storage facility that will meet the rising demand for food products stored at different temperatures.
The annual event will begin at 3 p.m. Friday and conclude at 9 p.m. Sunday. The event is held at Joliet Memorial Stadium, 3000 W. Jefferson St., Joliet. Tickets can be purchased online.
A female Labrador named Harlie will assist the New Lenox Police Department with searching for illegal drugs and tracking scents in police investigations.
Michal Mutterer, new president and CEO at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox, strives to be a role model for his children and his staff.
A Joliet attorney is citing two cases and potentially many more that he claims will show how Will County prosecutors aggressively take property away from owners who are not charged with using them to commit crimes.
Public hearing on Forest Preserve District bond plan draws more than 150 emails from concerned taxpayers.
With the start of summer comes the return of community cruise nights throughout Will County. Lockport and Plainfield events kick off this week.
A campaign treasurer for a former Republican state lawmaker pleaded not guilty to misdemeanor charges of harassment, obscenity and transmission of obscene messages.
Michael Mutterer came to Silver Cross in April 2020 as vice president of patient care services and chief nursing officer and was promoted to senior vice president in 2023. has served as interim president and CEO since Oct. 15, 2023, after the death of then-president Ruth Colby.
Starting at 8 p.m. Friday, westbound I-80 will be reduced from two lanes to one between Briggs and Richards streets.
Illinois State Police have confirmed that Westbound I-80 has been reopened after a traffic accident shut down all lanes during the morning rush on Thursday.