From Capitol News Illinois: Disability advocates and patients filed federal lawsuits last week in Illinois and other states seeking to block laws allowing medical aid in dying

SEA Craft, a subsidiary of Oregon company Grown Rogue, is taking over the shuttered PharmaCann cannabis growing operation in Dwight.

From Capitol News Illinois: Gov. JB Pritzker signed the fiscal year 2027 budget, which totals $55.9 billion, making it the largest in state history — though he had to once again issue a clean-up veto aimed at addressing drafting errors

From Capitol News Illinois: A federal appeals court released its opinion Monday that former ComEd CEO Anne Pramaggiore and former lobbyist Michael McClain could be retried on charges related to bribing former House Speaker Michael Madigan

Since 2003, the Memorial Squad has provided honorably discharged veterans a military ceremonial burial service at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood at no charge for families who request it. Most current squad members are in their 70s or older.

After a breakout season last year, the Chicago Bears offensive line will try to be one of the best in the NFL for a second straight year. Can they do it? Here are a few interesting tidbits we learned about the unit this spring.

The Chicago Bears wrapped up their offseason program last week when they held their mandatory minicamp. Shaw Local's Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar break down what they learned during the spring and what's next over the summer

From Capitol News Illinois: The Illinois Soybean Association estimates the new policy could expand biodiesel demand to about 255 million gallons, up from 165 million gallons when state law set the threshold at 11%

The Midwest is full of beautiful national parks, perfect for a weekend getaway.

The Oswego Country Market will run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Sunday through Sept. 27.

Forecasters warn northern Illinois could see long-track tornadoes, destructive winds, and flash flooding on Wednesday as a powerful storm system moves in

There were 447 vehicle entries and many, many more people on Liberty Street in Morris on Saturday as Morris Cruise Night returned for the summer.

From Capitol News Illinois: The Illinois General Assembly passed a bill that would address concerns from service providers that contract with the state

While weather apps and local news issue alerts and warnings as storms approach, the meaning and severity of these warnings are not always clear.

The Chicago Bears ended their offseason program last week with the end of a three-day mandatory minicamp. Here are four questions the Bears still need to answer after their offseason program.

Read the description of each pet to learn about it, including where it can be adopted in Will County.

The winning numbers were 1-13-19-27-35. For selling the jackpot-winning ticket, the retailer will receive a bonus of 1% of the prize amount, totaling $13,000.

The Coal City Police Department is investigating the theft of a vehicle, criminal damage to property, and criminal trespassing that occurred on Saturday.

Known for recreating Queen’s iconic harmonies and Mercury’s legendary stage presence, Killer Queen is widely regarded as one of the most authentic Queen tribute acts in the world.

Morris Cruise Night returned for the summer on Saturday, benefiting Project Fire Buddies while filling Downtown Morris with all sorts of classic and show cars.

A single-family home located at 13112 Wildwood Place in Plainfield has a new owner since June 2.

Father's Day is Sunday, June 21. Treat dad to one of these special brunches or activities.

A muddy Goold Park in Morris didn't deter the musicians at the Gebhard Woods Dulcimer Festival on Saturday, as they filled the park with their acoustic stylings.

From Capitol News Illinois: A federal jury this week found a southern Illinois man guilty of five gun-related charges tied to what prosecutors described as a small-scale gun manufacturing operation run from his southern Illinois home that included guns made with a 3D printer.

From Capitol News Illinois: Small volunteer groups that provide food assistance to Illinoisans in need could be eligible for a new round of grant money under a program announced this week.

From Capitol News Illinois: After months of negotiations in the spring legislative session resulted in no final action on Gov. JB Pritzker’s flagship housing proposal, housing advocates are celebrating a few legislative victories – and holding onto hopes for future negotiations.

When summer heats up out outside, pet owners need to remember to keep their dogs, cats and any other beloved pets cool.

The event will feature live music, fireworks display and more, all to honor those who serve.

A 3,405-square-foot single-family home, built in 2003, has changed hands.

Ozziel Lara of Joliet Central and Grace Orth of Joliet West competed among more than 6,500 state champions from across the country.

From Capitol News Illinois: Gov. JB Pritzker announced Friday that 434 Illinois pharmacies will receive nearly $25 million in support, the first distribution of annual funding established through legislation he signed last year.

From Capitol News Illinois: The Illinois State Board of Education formally adopted a plan Wednesday aimed at improving math instruction and boosting student math scores throughout the state.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup runs through July 19.

Each of the Joliet District 86 winners received a trophy as well as a $1,000 scholarship which they can use for college or trade school after graduating from high school.

Rogelio Alvarado-Alarcon, of Kankakee, was arrested Friday on multiple charges by the Kankakee Area Metropolitan Enforcement Group.

From Capitol News Illinois: Illinoisans now will have access to a large collection of high-quality digital information and educational resources for free by going to their local library or the Illinois State Library’s website.

From Capitol News Illinois: A bill that would require the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services to consider access to reproductive and gender-affirming healthcare before placing foster children out of state passed the legislature during the last week of session.

The Grundy County Health Department announced Friday that it discovered West Nile Virus from mosquitoes in Coal City earlier in the week.

The Forest Preserve District of Will County hosts free fishing days and kayak instructional programs the week of June 15.

The University of Illinois Extension is offering free, research-based guidance to help residents safely clean up after severe storms and prepare for future weather disasters.

The University of St. Francis announced the appointment of Dr. Elizabeth McDermott as its next provost and vice president for Academic Affairs.

The sky turned an eerie blend of orange, pink and red tones after Thursday's storms. Why was that?

A number of Joliet area baseball players earned all-conference honors for their play this season.

A tornado touched down near Dwight on Thursday evening as it continued on a path into Kankakee County

The Chicago Bears offense was confident about the next step it can take next year during the last month's offseason workout program. Here's why there's confidence at the end of minicamp.

Mike Ramirez recently opened Needle ‘N Groove Records at 17 Jefferson St. in downtown Oswego. The store had a soft opening on June 7.

The Illinois Department of Transportation said bridge repairs will begin Friday and end in July.

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams no longer felt like he was drowning at the end of mandatory minicamp Thursday. Williams and the offense looked comfortable heading into training camp next month. Plus more notes from the final day of minicamp.

A section less than a block long will be closed to provide access for a crane.

Joliet put out an announcement two minutes before 3 p.m. that it would close City Hall at 3 p.m. But city will keep doing business by phone.