The Chicago Bears' defensive performance in Sunday's blowout loss to the Detroit Lions didn't look good. The numbers weren't better either. Here's an analysis of what went wrong defensively.

The City of Braidwood City Council approved a measure Tuesday night that allows it to send an application seeking an Open Space Land Acquisition Development grant for a new town center project.

Artists returning this year is Ellen Grenier Bevill of Morris, Jan Podbielski of Peotone, and Jay Anderson and Carole St. Clair of Joliet.

Congratulations to these 22 Illinois high school football players who were voted onto Friday Night Drive's Team of the Week for Week 3 of the 2025 high school football season

The workshop is 5-7:30 p.m. on Sept. 17 at Joliet West High School.

Minor shuffling was all that really happened in the Friday Night Drive Power Rankings as all but four of the previous week's ranked teams claimed victory.

Coal City’s annual Fall Fest brought thousands to Broadway Street on Saturday for a cruise night, games, rock climbing, live music, and the annual Megan’s Mission 5K.

Join hosts Steve Soucie and Matt Rodewald as they review what happened in Week 3 in IHSA football

Middle hitters Rosemary Misener and Lily Hansen came up big for Morris in a three-set win over Seneca.

Teams from Ottawa, Marmion, Burlington Central, Kaneland, Minooka, Streator, L-P, Hall, Dixon, Morris, and Yorkville all competed during the Pirate Invitational boys golf meet on Monday, Sept. 15, 2025 at Deer Park Golf Club in Oglesby.

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson and some players met with reporters virtually Monday a day after their 52-21 loss to the Detroit Lions. Here are three of the most interesting things they said.

After going 1-8 last season, Plainfield East is sitting pretty at 3-0 so far this year

The Herald-News presents this week’s Pets of the Week. Read the description of each pet to learn about it, including where it can be adopted in Will County.

The Lockport Committee of the Whole expressed frustration with the developer of The Springs at Lockport residential complex after a carwash was proposed for the business development.

The Chicago Bears dropped to 0-2 after a 52-21 loss to the Detroit Lions on Sunday afternoon. Here are the five big takeaways from another disappointing loss.

The Chicago Bears came into Sunday's game at the Detroit Lions trying to prove that they can compete with one of the best. Instead, they have more questions to answer after a 52-21 loss.

Democratic candidates vying for outgoing U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin’s seat say tariffs under U.S. President Donald Trump has hurt small businesses and farmers.

C&C Vision Gallery in Joliet . in Joliet offers bilingual staff, medical and refractive eye exams, diagnosis and treatment of dry eye syndrome, contact lens expertise and a wide variety of frames to fit a wide variety of budgets.

Former Illinois Governor Jim Edgar, who led the state from 1991 to 1999, has died. He was 79.

The outdoor sale will take place on the United Methodist Church of New Lenox campgrounds and feature between 75 and 100 vendor booths.

The Goodfellas Cigar Lounge Facebook page describes the business as a tobacco store and hookah lounge featuring “the largest selection of cigars in the Joliet area.”

Chicago Bears defensive tackle Grady Jarrett is active for Sunday's game against the Detroit Lions while cornerback Kyler Gordon and second-round picks Ozzy Trapilo and Shemar Turner are among the inactives.

Here is a schedule of upcoming high school sporting events in the Herald-News coverage area covering Sept. 14 through Sept. 20, 2025.

The program will include selections from Giuseppe Verdi, Alexander Borodin and David DeBoor Canfield.

Whether you’re an artist, a music lover, or simply looking for a family-friendly way to spend some time, the Joliet Public Library's FAME event promises something for everyone.

Lockport-based nonprofit Give Back, founded by former resident Bob Carr, opened a new office in the city's historic downtown this month and hopes to expand its outreach in the community.

The Morris Community High School Board approved a budget for the 2026 fiscal year, which projects $24.4 million in revenue and $27.6 million in expenses.

Carmel found the scoreboard first in their home tilt with Providence, but the Celtics took control and then fended off a late Corsairs push Friday.

Jamen Williams threw for 204 yards and three touchdowns and Jake Thies had one of three Fenwick interceptions and a 67-yard TD run as the Friars remained unbeaten with a 43-26 win over Joliet Catholic that dropped the Hilltoppers to 0-3.

Joliet West hosted Plainfield South for a varsity football game on Friday, Sept. 12.

Plainfield North hosted Oswego East for a varsity football game on Friday, Sept. 12.

Federal authorities grabbed two people in Joliet on Thursday, although it’s not clear why, according to local immigrant advocacy groups.

The Chicago Bears will play the Lions on Sunday in what will be head coach Ben Johnson's first return to Detroit since the Bears hired him. Here are the top five storylines to watch Sunday afternoon.

Chicago Bears cornerback Kyler Gordon was ruled out for Sunday's game against the Detroit Lions with a hamstring injury. The Bears also reportedly signed kicker Jake Moody to their practice squad.

The free event for people and pets will take place 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 16020 Illinois Rt. 59 in Plainfield.

The Chicago Bears will head to Detroit to play the Lions on Sunday in Week 2. Shaw Local's Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar break down the latest news from Halas Hall and preview Sunday's game

Minooka soccer stays unbeaten, Lincoln-Way East wins third straight plus more scores in Thursday's Herald News Sports Roundup.

Only seven total points separated Manteno and Coal City on Thursday night as the Panthers earned a three-set home win over the Coalers, improving to 4-0 in Illinois Central Eight Conference play this season.

Former Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn honored service members at the opening of the “Portrait of a Soldier” exhibit at Will County Courthouse on Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025.

Politicians around northern Illinois mourned Charlie Kirk, who was from the Chicago suburbs and was fatally shot Wednesday while speaking at an event at Utah Valley University.

The Chicago Bears aren't taking the Detroit Lions' offense lightly after a down Week 1 performance against the Green Bay Packers. Here's why.

Chicago Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson told reporters Thursday that he plans to play in Sunday's game against the Detroit Lions. Bears cornerback Kyler Gordon and defensive tackle Grady Jarrett both also missed Thursday's practice

Clean out the garage and recycle your bicycle with the Forest Preserve District of Will County.

The Fiesta en el Bicentennial Park is set for Saturday, Sept. 13 in Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park.

The cult classic film will be shown at its original filming location in Joliet on Oct. 4.

The band will perform classic oldies songs with modern energy Friday, Sept. 12 on the Joliet Area Historical Museum's rooftop.

The zoo's Frontera Farm-to-Table Dinner is Sept. 12, while Oktoberfest is set for Sept. 28. Many additional events are also scheduled throughout the season.

The Will County Health Department has released a list of new locations for its free Narcan distribution program red boxes.

Football season is back! Watch the game at one of these lively sports bars in northern Illinois.

A total of 162 teams enter Week 3 with 2-0 record, with 50 of those teams playing against another 2-0 team. Steve Soucie takes a look at some of the top games.