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From whimsical cupcake creations to hand-crafted chocolates and ice cream, there are many treat shops waiting to satisfy any taste.
Spring is here, and that means outdoor farmers markets will start popping up in coming weeks. Check out our listing of some of the best farmers markets in northern Illinois – deserving of a visit from you this season.
Joliet Electric Motors, the former family-owned Keck Electric, is dedicated to the repair, rebuild and service of electric motors.
A Will County judge blocked the pretrial release of a retired Illinois Department of Corrections sergeant charged with shooting and killing his son at a Plainfield forest preserve.
Plainfield Police Sgt. Luke Ostreko said a career in law enforcement can "offer so much if you’re willing to be invested in it and take the time to make it what you want it to be."
Bayles and Mendez joined the Joliet Police Departent in 2018, named Officers of the Year in March.
Plainfield Police Officer Dean Klier said his experience in his first year as a school resource officer has taught him that "everybody has a story,” whether it’s “inside the school or on the street.”
Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet hosts naturalization ceremony for more than 100 immigrants from across the globe.
District 202's parent organization recognized 95 “outstanding parents, community members, teachers and staff members for their dedication to students, their schools and community” at the 48th annual awards night on April 16.
A Plainfield man allegedly contacted a woman more than 700 times on her cellphone and her workplace between March 3 and March 13. Prosecutors alleged the man is defiant of the police and court orders.
Development of the property is scheduled to begin in May with home deliveries anticipated at the end of 2024.
Dylan Debolt, 19, of Plainfield was arrested Friday in Georgia.
The library will be closed April 29 to May 12 to prepare for the renovations and reopen with limited services on Monday, May 13. The work is expected to be completed in May 2025.
Tom Hernandez came to District 202 in 2006 as its director of community relations and remained in that role in 2003. Hernandez was diagnosed with brain cancer in 2022.
In a statement, Illinois House Republican Leader Tony McCombie said they are happy to welcome Patrick Sheehan has the "third law enforcement officer serving in our caucus."