Water

In observance of National Groundwater Awareness Week, the Lake County Health Department is offering a reduced well water testing fee for homeowners who use well water as their primary source of drinking water.

The city of Joliet plans a detection 'blitz' with rate of water loss at 29%. $68 million to be spent in 2025 to replace 30 miles of water mains.

New Lenox Road in Joliet will be closed between Briggs Street and Cherry Hill Road starting Monday, Feb. 24.

In light of neighboring cities taking steps to transition to Lake Michigan water, the city of Lockport held a discussion explaining its decision to stay on its well system.

The City of Crest Hill has received a grant from the federal government providing funding to conduct water pipe testing ahead of the switch to Lake Michigan water in 2030.

The Lockport City Council has approved emergency repair funds for a damaged well along Gougar Road.

The Joliet City Council will consider approving the donation of land with a value of about $377,000 from NorthPoint for the construction of a future water tower.

The $68 million that Joliet will spend on 30 miles of water main replacements this year is the latest expenditure on a program to replace all water mains built before 1970.

The Lockport City Council has approved a contract for water main work to be completed this summer, and is considering a deadline extension for a self-storage facility at the Lockport Square development.

The city of Joliet is warning residents of a scam involving solicitors coming to residents' homes claiming they are working on a water project.

A water main break has forced the closure of Joliet City Hall and the downtown Jefferson Street bridge on Thursday.

Joliet Councilwoman Quillman says imposters try to get into house posing as city water inspectors.

The rate increase will go into effect Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, and will vary by district, with typical residential customers using 3,500 gallons per month with a 5/8-inch meter seeing a $16 monthly increase for water and an $8.50 increase for wastewater services.

The Brandon Road Interbasin Project on the Illinois River in Joliet Township took a significant step forward in addressing the invasive carp problem.

Following almost a year of legal battles and fierce public opposition from many customers, water utility Aqua Illinois is set to raise its rates in 2025, impacting water customers in 14 northern Illinois counties.

The city of Crest Hill said on Monday the boil order for all homes south of Caton Farm Road will likely be in place for several days.

A section of U.S. Route 30 in Joliet will be closed for more than two months starting Friday for a local water main project.

A section of U.S. Route 30 in Joliet will be closed for more than two months starting Friday. Glenwood Ave. closure is Tuesday and Wednesday.

Capacity of West Side Wastewater Treatment plant will be expanded to 18 million gallons a day.

Morris is one of the 12 communities that is included in the newly-formed Illinois River Cities & Towns Initiative, a coalition of mayor-led cities and towns along the Illinois River.

The city of Joliet work will be replacing water mains along Plainfield Road, between Black Road and Theodore Street.

The boil order was issued Tuesday by Illinois American Water, which manages the village of Homer Glen's water service.

The McHenry County Department of Planning and Development invites the public and policymakers to learn more about the county’s water supply Sept. 18.

Rise and Shine Paddle will be held the morning of Thursday, Aug. 22. at the Will County forest preserve in Monee Township.

The City of Lockport announced residents in older subdivisions could be visited by public works staff in the coming weeks as the city completes lead service inspection for the state.

Wonder Lake's west side, totaling about 1,400 homes, has been under a boil order since Monday. It is expected to extend to at least Sunday

Starting Monday, July 22, the City of Yorkville will begin construction on the installation of new water mains on River Street, Center Street, Spring Street, West Street, Colton Street, and Park Street.

The two largest privately owned water utilities in Illinois are seeking to raise rates for a combined 1.5 million customers around the state

Joliet needs to reduce its rate of water loss to 10% to meet a state standard for Lake Michigan water use. Joliet plans to convert to a Lake Michigan system in 2030.

The Citizens Utility Board and four state legislators held a press conference in Bolingbrook on Wednesday to discuss their efforts to oppose continually rising costs for customers of Illinois American Water and Aqua Illinois.

The village board also recently approved a $4.3 million contract with D Construction for the project.

The Illinois Department of Public Health deemed 148 ZIP codes high-risk for lead contamination, expanding mandatory lead testing to 60 Illinois counties.

A pair of boat docks in Dixon have been on the bad side of luck recently.

Grand Prairie Water Commission being established as overseers of Lake Michigan water project.

The Forest Preserve District of Kane County will host a "Rusty Rodeo" to collect rusty crayfish, an invasive species, from waterways.

Free event offered plenty of fun and water for kids.

Kids found the Oregon Park District's Splash Pad as the perfect way to cool off while having some fun on Tuesday, June 4, 2024. The park district held a Pop Up and Play during the afternoon at the free Splash Pad, located in Oregon Park West. Water toys and a bubble machine added to the day's event.

The IDNR and Illinois Conservation Police remind the public to remain safe and sober on the water for Memorial Day weekend.

The annual Mid-American Canoe & Kayak Race is set for Saturday, June 1 along the Fox River.

On May 16, members of the American Council of Engineering Companies of Illinois (ACEC-IL) organized a competitive engineering activity to 27 students in Stephen Rummel’s sixth-grade science class at Gompers Junior High School in Joliet.

The Joliet Fire Department has announced it will began phase two hydrant testing on May 28, a process which is expected to last about five weeks.

Forest preserves throughout Will County offer opportunities to get onto the water and experience nature up close. Kayak Kollege programs will be scheduled throughout the summer.

The DuPage Water Commission sent ripples through Northbrook with its purchase of the former Green Acres Golf Club.

The Environmental Protection Agency warns that cyberattacks against water utilities around the U.S. are becoming more frequent and more severe

The $2,640,000 would go toward supporting the construction of the three receiving stations, which are integral to the success of the Lake Michigan Water Source Project

Under the license, water park operators in Yorkville will be allowed to sell beer, wine and liquor inside the park from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wristbands will be required for purchase and consumption.

Essington Road will be one lane in each direction between Big Timber Drive and Rosemont Dirve.

New Lockport city webpage lists all upcoming construction projects for summer 2024, including planned roadwork.

The warm summer-like weather this weekend has prompted Yorkville Parks and Recreation Department to open the city's splash pad.

The Conservation Foundation combats waterway issues with an array of programs and events.