A Wisconsin man who bought the rifle Kyle Rittenhouse used when he was accused of shooting three people during protests in Kenosha, Wisconsin, in 2020 has been charged in an armed robbery in Harvard.

A U.S. Customs and Border Protection agent from Pingree Grove accused of sexual assault and robbery will remain in jail after a federal judged denied him pretrial release.

For her excellence in financial operations and for executing key strategic responsibilities with Riverside Healthcare, Patt Vilt has been recognized by Becker’s Healthcare as part of its 2025 “Women hospital and health system CFOs to know” list.

As more communities ban federal immigration authorities from the use of public property, concerned residents of St. Charles are again urging City Council take similar action.

The beginning of the end to AT&T landline phone service as it was known for many decades will begin fading from existence beginning in 2027.

U.S. fire departments responded to an estimated average of 832 home structure fires per year that began with decorations, excluding Christmas trees.

The Chicago Bears blew out the Cleveland Browns 31-3 on Sunday to stay near the top of the NFC playoff race. Shaw Local's Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar break down the win and the Bears' latest news

The "quick actions" of four Will County sheriff's deputies have been credited with saving the life of a pregnant woman who was injured in a shooting earlier this year.

Flu activity is high in McHenry County, according to the department of health.

Authorities were investigating an “apparent homicide,” said Capt. Mike Bland with the Los Angeles Police Department. The Los Angeles Fire Department said it responded to a medical aid request shortly after 3:30 p.m.

A 51-year-old Geneva woman was charged with multiple felonies after police alleged she spit in an officer’s mouth and threatened to attack her neighbors, records show.

A private therapeutic day school for students with special needs could relocate to DeKalb on North Sixth Street, according to a development proposal headed to the city for review this week.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the district started receiving federal relief grants that were used to give fifth through 12th grade students a take home device.

“We have a community that is working hard – and many are working multiple jobs – to make ends meet. But it’s still not enough,“ said Sarah Oprzedek, president and chief executive officer of United Way of Will County.

The United Way of Kankakee and Iroquois Counties has been hard at work addressing the area’s housing needs.

Three Wisconsin men are charged with armed robbery after allegedly stealing jewelry at gunpoint from two people in the parking lot of Harvard High School after arranging to buy jewelry from them.

Oswego School District 308’s 13 elementary and two specialized schools will need about $1.3 million in life safety improvements over the next 10 years.

The 2025 Pierce Pumper comes equipped with a 750-gallon water tank and a 1,500-gallon-per-minute pump.

Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze will be active against the Cleveland Browns on Sunday at Soldier Field.

A retired Will County judge has been assigned to the circuit court in Cook County in response to a “shortage of judges” in the county.

Business, government and leaders and residents agree Will County needs more housing, more diverse housing and housing that’s affordable. County leaders are exploring solutions to the growing problem.

The infrastructure, which includes a new water tower, is part of the larger Lake Michigan water sourcing project that has the city eyeing around $224.4 million in total project costs.

Host Brandon Clark gets updates on Sterling's East Second Street construction project with Mayor Diana Merdian. They also talk about the city's seasonal Sights and Sounds event, and the upcoming 2026 Sterling budget. 

The Grundy County Board approved a $6,500 monthly contract with SKK Consulting to help bridge the gap while the county seeks a new supervisor of assessments.

Along 43 ornamental light poles dotting Illinois Route 47, the Yorkville parks and recreation department wants to install vertical banners showcasing local businesses and schoolchildren’s artwork throughout the downtown.

The Black Road Branch drive-thru window will open on Dec. 22 and the Joliet Public Library's downtown branch is fully open.

While wanting to help is commendable, it’s important to prioritize food safety. Those relying on food pantries often face higher risks of severe illness due to chronic health conditions, age or other factors.

The National Weather Service issued a Cold Weather Advisory early Saturday for much of northern Illinois.

An Oswego man was charged this week after a three-day manhunt with federal authorities following a report of a home invasion and domestic battery in Sandwich.

The Will County Emergency Management Agency maintains a list of warming centers on its website but recommends people call ahead.

Pigtails & Crewcuts: Haircuts for Kids, 1318 Commons Drive, Suite 6050, Geneva, specializes in providing services to children with sensory issues and special needs.

A DeKalb man was jailed and denied release this week after being accused of sexually abusing a minor in a Walmart bathroom in December 2024, according to court records. Police said he had a history of approaching minors at the DeKalb Walmart.

The Will County Sheriff’s Office said two men have been charged in connection with a home invasion that involved the robbing of woman at gunpoint in her home.

The new rules only apply to new construction. “We don’t want to force a retrofit on existing structures,” Oswego Development Services Director Rod Zenner had said.

Although Will County is one of the top producers of single-family homes in Illinois, some population groups struggle to find any housing to fit their needs and budgets.

A man convicted in a New Year’s Day 2005 drunken-driving crash in Chicago that killed a taxi driver and passenger has been charged with DUI and causing a crash near McHenry.

A Plainfield man is facing misdemeanor charges after he was accused of threatening a family member with a knife, crashing his vehicle into a light pole and yelling at someone while waving a firearm.

McHenry County Sheriff and State’s Attorney say they welcome Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker‘s comments on revising the criminal justice reform SAFE-T Act that went into effect two years ago.

DeKalb County has warming centers throughout DeKalb, Sycamore and Genoa free to use and open to all looking for shelter during the cold season and winter weather.

Suspects in the Homer Glen home invasion and robbery of a 73-year-old woman had fled from police and crashed their vehicle in Joliet Township.

A Valley View District 365U apecial education paraprofessional, Jennifer Cooper, has been nominated by the state of Illinois for the prestigious RISE Award from the U.S. Department of Education.

Saturday will start with temperatures in the mid-20s but then see those slowly fall throughout the day. By Sunday, wind chills as low as 20 to 25 below zero are expected.

The Chicago Bears could get some reinforcements on both sides of the ball for Sunday’s game against the Cleveland Browns. Cornerback Tyrique Stevenson is expected to return while wide receiver Rome Odunze was ruled questionable.

Oswego village trustees unanimously approved a financial incentive agreement of up to $1.5 million with the owners of the shopping center that would be paid over a maximum of 15 years.

The Kane County Electoral Board heard more than an hour of argument over objections from Pamela Carr Hagerman against the nominating papers of Ignoffo. They are both seeking the GOP nomination in Dundee Township Precinct 1.

The Grundy County Board approved a $15,184,150 tax levy on Tuesday, a 2.65% increase from the 2024 tax levy.

In baseball you get three strikes. With lightning it only takes one to cause harm and that is why the city of Yorkville is improving safety near the city’s ballparks.

Host Brandon Clark discusses holiday fire safety, the Community Connect app, and fire department training integration with Sterling Fire Department Chief David Northcutt and Rock Falls Fire Department Deputy Chief Kyle Sommers.

Maxine Boykin, the first Black female officer for the Joliet Police Department, died on Nov. 26 at 90. Her son, Mark Boykin Sr., 64, said he had been “blessed” with a loving mother.

The 2026 McHenry Music Festival will combine country, southern rock and metal acts - possibly for the last time