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The Plainfield Shorewood Area Chamber of Commerce hosting a ribbon cutting for john greene Realtor on Wednesday.

Check out these northern Illinois restaurants known for their burgers. From McHenry County to the Illinois Valley and everywhere in between, we've got you covered with a variety of places to try during National Burger Month.

It's that time of year. With warm weather months, comes the return of community cruise nights throughout Will County.

Gallaher Sourdough is a Plainfield organic homemade sourdough baker using all organic grains.

Marengo police arrested a man early Saturday who they said possessed six roosters, cockfighting equipment and nearly $10,000.

Two new Jack in the Box restaurants will open in Will County this summer.

Plainfield police investigation into the March 24 fire at the Larry's Diner building led to the arrest this week of two 14-yea-olds.

A Mass was held on Friday to celebrate the election of Pope Leo XIV at Cathedral of St. Raymond Nonnatus in Joliet. During the Mass, Bishop Ronald Hicks told parishioners that the new pope is "very smart and capable," and also someone who is "relatable." Hicks called Pope Leo XIV a "bridge builder" who believes in unity.

Here are seven destinations for artisan drinks along Route 66, including stops in Plainfield, Lockport and Joliet.

Juan Figueroa and Sandy Figueroa's passion for education stems from their own childhood experiences.

A Will County judge stood by her prison sentence for a former Plainfield Township landlord convicted of the 2023 hate crime murder of a Muslim child.

The Will County paratransit service for seniors and people with disabilities now is available in the townships of Plainfield, Channahon and Manhattan.

The Plainfield School District 202 board swore in two new members and three incumbents during a special reorganization meeting.

The JTHS 24th Annual Brent Wadsworth Alumni Golf Outing benefits students and staff at District 204 in Joliet.

John Fuqua of Plainfield was named the Forest Preserve District of Will County’s Volunteer of the Year for his work on Hammel Woods restoration efforts.  

A Will County judge sentenced Joseph Czuba, 73, to a total of 53 years in prison. Czuba was sentenced to 30 years for Wadee’s murder, 20 years for Shaheen’s attempted murder and three years for hate crime.

The Canada Nationa Railroad will be completing repairs to the Eastern Avenue Railroad Crossing this weekend.

Stefan Bjes, who has more than two decades of law enforcement experience, will start as security director for Plainfield schools on May 27.

Fire damaged a Plainfield home Wednesday night. The family was able to safely escape, according to the Plainfield Fire Protection District.

Nick Giannasi, president and chief executive officer of of Unbroken Family Counseling will discuss “Lonely at the Top: The Science of Decision Making” at HopScotch and Vine located at 24047 W. Lockport St. in Plainfield.

Three Plainfield North High School are among the 10 recipients of $2,000 scholarships from Endeavor Health Edward Hospital’s Edward Foundation.

Patients and their families may dispose of unwanted medications at the Drug Enforcement Administration take-back event in Plainfield on Saturday, April 26.

Schools in Joliet and Will County are set to receive over $63,000 in library funding through Illinois' annual School District Library Grant Program.

The top leader for Joliet Township said the new food pantry for the Forest Park neighborhood represents more than food and shelter but a community of people looking out for one another. 

A Plainfield man has been charged with attempted murder after allegedly stabbing a man more than 10 times during a fight in Joliet, according to police.

Voters in Kendall County this election determined who will make the important decisions regarding their communities, schools, townships, fire departments, parks and libraries. See the results here.

A landscaper helped rescue a driver whose vehicle was submerged in a pond in Naperville.

A Joliet resident reportedly shut the door on an off-duty firefighter trying to warn them of a fire that eventually led to damage to their residence, according fire officials.

Plainfield East High School teachers and staff recently raised over $5,000 for the St. Baldrick’s Foundation.

With spring here and temperatures slowly warming it is time to get out your bike and head out to these Will County trails.

Check out new comics or try your hand at making people laugh at a local open mic night.

Joliet vity unions and others join Whiteford youth baseball in arrangement for life-saving equipment and training.

Plainfield residents can place household refuse, bulk items, and appliances out during the spring cleanup week.

Residents from around Will County gathered in downtown Joliet to protest the policies of President Donald Trump and Elon Musk as part of the Hands Off movement on Saturday.

Attorneys for a former Plainfield Township landlord convicted of the hate crime murder of a Muslim child want a judge to overturn the jury’s verdict by claiming he did not receive a fair trial and prosecutors made prejudicial statements against him. 

Police looking for driver of a car that apparently was involved in a crash that caused a semi-trailer truck to overturn on U.S. Route 30 in Plainfield Thursday night.

Plainfield Village President John F. Argoudelis and Crest Hill Mayor Raymond Soliman each won another term based on the unofficial results from Tuesday’s election.

Voters this week in Will County determined who will make the important decisions regarding their communities, schools, townships, fire departments, parks and libraries. See the results here.

This spring, Will County voters will get to decide who will represent them on their town, school, park and township boards, as well as weigh in on local referendum questions.

This spring, Kendall County voters get to decide who will make the important decisions regarding their communities, schools, townships, fire departments, parks and libraries.

A Joliet man was accidentally shot in the foot while an acquaintance was cleaning a gun, police said. 

A Plainfield resident is in stable condition after suffering injuries from smoke inhalation and burns in an accidental fire that damaged a garage.

John Underwood, 53, of Plainfield, has been charged with predatory criminal sexual assault allegedly dating back to 2004. A judge ordered him to remain in jail under the SAFE-T Act.

Escape rooms are perfect for date nights, family outings, team building adventures and more. Check out this list of locations across northern Illinois.

Here are a dozen fish fries you can try in Will County this Lenten season.

Emergency crews in Will County held drills at Joliet West High School to practice and evaluate their response to a gas explosion incident Monday through Wednesday, March 24-26, 2025.

A Joliet man allegedly fired off gunshots at a family party that left three people wounded following an argument with a man who disparaged his leather pants, prosecutors said.

The Plainfield Fire Protection District responded to a fire at a vacant restaurant in the 24500 block of Lockport Street on Monday.

Meteorologists tell how forecasting has changed since unpredicted Plainfield tornado of 1990 killed 29 people.

Fire crews responded to a house fire in Plainfield on Monday and saw flames coming from the roof of the garage of a two-story residence.