Safety news
A 12-year-old boy is the latest youth to be arrested and charged for his involvement in posting social media threats to Joliet schools, police said Tuesday night.
Farmers encourage impatient drivers to consider the size of the equipment and the importance of slowing down when approaching during harvest season.
Certified technicians will provide attendees with child car and booster seat installation. Technicians also will inspect installed car seats.
Joliet police say no credible threats found, but others may be involved after making two arrests in connection with social media threats made to Joliet schools.
Joliet Township High School District 204 sent a notice to families and refreshed students on safety protocols Monday following two days of non-credible social media threats to its schools.
Plainfield police say there is "no credible evidence to support" the threat made regarding Plainfield Central but there will be extra security at the campus Tuesday morning.
A social media post caused increased police presence at Sycamore schools on Monday but officials said no direct threat was made, and rumors of one are unsubstantiated
The source of a social media threat that was circulated Sunday stating students will be bringing weapons into both Joliet high schools has been identified and deemed not credible, according to a statement by Joliet Township High School District 204.
Due to a threat that is circulating about students bringing weapons to several schools in Joliet this week all Joliet District 86 schools will go to e-learning
The Illinois Department of Transportation grant will be used to develop a comprehensive plan for Manhattan aimed at improving pedestrian safety and reducing traffic congestion.
Joliet West High School was on a “secure and hold” protocol for more than three hours Friday afternoon in reaction to rumors of a weapon on the campus. No weapon was found after a search by Joliet police.
A Joliet man faces 2 weapons charges following an investigation into shots fired Thurday at The Birches apartments on the city's west side
All but one corner of the Rialto Square Theatre building will remain closed for at least most of next week as an inspection continues into an asbestos violation.
The entire Rialto Square Theatre building in Joliet is closed because of an extended investigation into an asbestos violation in July. The board for the Will County Metropolitan Exhibition and Auditorium Authority will meet Wednesday.
The Illinois Tollway mobilizes special hot weather patrols whenever temperatures or heat indexes indicate conditions could be hazardous for drivers stopped along the road
Heat index values between 105 and 115 degrees are expected throughout Monday and Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service.
With the heat index topping more than 105 degrees early this week, follow these tips from the Illinois State Veterinary Medical Association on caring for pets during excessive heat.
The Joliet City Council on Tuesday will vote on 15% pay raise for crossing guards.
Troy Township will host an AARP Smart Driver Safety Course for seniors on Monday, Sept. 9 and Tuesday, Sept. 10 in Shorewood.
Morris Police Officer Mike Bober will offer tips to help keep seniors safe from phone and internet scams, according to a news release from the Morris Hospital.
The U.S. House of Representatives is set to consider helping to fund a training center for the Rock Falls and Sterling fire departments to the tune of $825,000 when it returns to session next month.
Trooy Township Supervisor Joseph Baltz announced that Troy Township is hosting an AARP Smart Driver Safety Course for Troy Township residents.
Downtown Joliet was the site for local and Illinois police as well as state department of transportation officials to promote a traffic safety campaign along the famed roadway on Tuesday.
The Kendall County Public Safety Center next month will be renamed the Richard A. Randall Public Safety Center in honor of the former Kendall County sheriff.
Joliet's fire chief urged caution with using portable generators during power outages. A household of 12 people in the city had been hospitalized for carbon monoxide poisoning.
After failing to pass in 2022, Whiteside County voters will be asked to consider a public safety tax again in November to fund 911 emergency dispatch call center services.
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 safety checks are funded through IDOT and are meant to reduce the number of dangerous and impaired drivers off the road
Joliet's fire chief outlined how the department has been educating the community and engaging in programs to address the root causes of behavioral and mental health issues in the city.
Illinois State Police will be conducting extra traffic patrols in July between the hours of 9 p.m. and 6 a.m. watching for impaired driving and seatbelt usage.
Joliet's police chief says most major violent crimes have decreased this year and the department’s rate for clearing homicide cases is over 80%.
Joliet police chief says JJC police typically have had two calls a year for problems that arise between 2 and 6 a.m.
The Kane County Sheriff's Office will partner with Illinois State Police and local law enforcement to ensure safe, sober driving from June 21 through July 8.
Summertime brings with it many opportunities for outdoor fun, but also the dangers of heat.
As a heat wave settles in over the Sauk Valley, residents are reminded to wear sunscreen, light-colored clothing, drink plenty of water and avoid prolonged exposure to the sun this summer.
The Kendall County Health Department offers these tips for safe and pleasant travel experiences.
The IDNR and Illinois Conservation Police remind the public to remain safe and sober on the water for Memorial Day weekend.
Romeoville police will be conducting roadside safety checks heading into Memorial Day weekend.
After month-long program to prevent distracted driving in April, Illinois State Police have released their citation data for distracted driving.
May is Motorcycle Awareness Month in support of over 353,000 registered motorcyclists in Illinois. .
The Illinois Department of Public Health urges well-owners to regularly test wells for contaminants to maintain the safety of their drinking water.
Police were notified shortly before 9 a.m. that a white man, dressed in all black, wearing a backpack, was standing in a baseball field at Big Woods Park, 1063 S. Raddant Road.
The street will be resurfaced and a new dedicated turn lane will run down the center, making for safer turns into adjacent neighborhoods and businesses.
Instagram said it’s deploying new new tools to protect young people and combat sexual extortion, including a feature that will automatically blur nudity in direct messages.
A letter written by Rock Falls Fire Chief Ken Wolf indicates Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, 2106 First Ave., Rock Falls, is now in compliance with the 2021 edition of the International Fire Code and the National Fire Protection Association's Life Safety code.
Joliet Township High School District 204 warned students at Central and West campuses not to bring toy weapons to school during senior prank season or else they could face academic or legal consequences.
In recognition of Distracted Driving Awareness Month, the Lake County Sheriff’s Office is partnering with the Illinois Department of Transportation, the Illinois State Police, and more than 200 local law enforcement agencies to step up enforcement efforts across the state.
Officers will be watchful for drivers who are operating vehicles in an unsafe manner, driving with a suspended or revoked driver’s license, transporting open alcoholic beverages, among other violations.
The Lockport Chamber of Commerce and the Lockport Police Department are hosting an informative lunch about how to prepare for safety in the event of an active shooter incident.
Valley View School district staff members received threatening messages on March 9, which the Bolingbrook police are investigating.