Judy Harvey

The property assessment equalization factor, commonly called the “multiplier,” is used to ensure uniform property assessments among Illinois counties, as required by state law.

The purpose of flushing water mains is to clear sediment from the water lines and is essential for maintaining water quality.

State Sen. Patrick Joyce brought the legislation to Springfield after a series of fatal crashes that occurred in his district.

Rain continues Wednesday and very windy conditions return Thursday and Friday across region.

Residents around the Joliet area should look out for large size hail and hail damage and wind speeds gusting up to 60 mph.

Residents should look out for large size hail and wind speeds gusting up to 75 mph, the National Weather Service said.

A tornado watch means weather conditions in the area could result in tornadoes.

The severe weather forecast for the region has led school districts in the Joliet area to cancel after-school programs.

Ninety students with the Oswego East High School’s chapter of Business Professionals of America participated in the recent State Leadership Conference.

The free expo, to be held on March 10 in Romeoville, aims to connect job seekers with over 80 employers from a wide range of in-demand industries.

The Slammers season will begin on Friday, May 8 against the Washington Wild Things and the first of the season’s Fireworks Friday series. Gates open at 5:35 p.m., with first pitch at 6:35 p.m.

This is a collaborative meeting to collect input from the community on local conservation priorities, the Kendall County Soil & Water Conservation District said.

Tickets are currently available for the March 12 annual culinary caravan that serves as a fundraiser for MorningStar Mission in Joliet.

Officers responded at around 9:27 p.m. on Friday to the 400 block of West North Frontage Road in Bolingbrook for a report of an accident, Bolingbrook police said.

The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal reminds residents to test, inspect, and replace broken or expired smoke/CO alarms in their homes this weekend.