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Jayden Velazquez-Garcia, 19, of Plainfield, was identified as the man who died from the shooting on Wednesday, according to the Will County Coroner’s Office.
Barro Fest will be held Saturday, July 27 in Settlers’ Park in Plainfield.
The president of Joliet Junior College will appear as the guest speaker for the 37th annual Freedom Fund Banquet held by the Joliet branch of the NAACP.
One Illinois Democrat senator said she'll always support the role of "the people in the process of selecting a new nominee and am anxiously awaiting to see who the elected delegates choose.”
Heather Kratz, who’s baked since childhood, opened her home-based business, “The Cookie Maker,” 14 years ago and sells cookies - and only cookies - directly to her customers.
Filotto Professional Services in Joliet and the Edward Jones Joliet office both have second generation succession plans.
Reports of possible tornado touchdowns from Monday night's storms are being checked throughout the Will County, but as of Tuesday morning, there were no reports of buildings being damaged or destroyed.
Communities across Will County begin cleaning up and assessing damage Tuesday from severe storms that swept across northern Illinois on Monday night July 15, 2024.
Lockport, Plainfield, and Crest Hill public works departments were working to clear branches downed by weekend storms Monday as authorities warn of another round of severe weather overnight.
On Aug. 23, a Will County judge will decide the sentence for a Joliet couple who pleaded guilty to stealing money from Plainfield American Legion Marne Post 13 Legion Riders.
Time for Hope will host its annual Strike Out Pancreatic Cancer night with the Joliet Slammers at Duly Health and Care Field in Joliet on Saturday, July 20.
Plainfield School District 202 has approved the hiring of Ashley Lamorte as principal at Wesmere Elementary School.
Dieontae Sparks, 24, convicted for accountability in crime in which victim was shot by another man.
Joliet Township High School District 204 wants to add more school resource officers.
Joliet-based singer-songwriter Matt Sandelin will perform at Audiophil’s Records in Joliet.
The body was identified Tuesday evening as Chicago pastor Warren Beard, 53, who was was last seen July 2 in Joliet, Will County Coroner Laurie Summers said.
The goal of the Plainfield Police Department campaign is to change the behavior of people who don’t buckle up their seatbelts, the village's police officials said.
The Clifton Bar and Wood Fire Kitchen is scheduled to open in July on Lockport Street in downtown Plainfield.
From whimsical cupcake creations to hand-crafted chocolates and ice cream, there are many treat shops waiting to satisfy any taste.
Save on gas money and high admission prices by staying local and visiting Will County museums this summer. The price of admission is right and you learn about local history.
After winning multiple best-in-Will County recognitions in their first location in downtown Plainfield, the Hudetz brothers have opened a second restaurant in Yorkville.
Whether you are looking for a leisurely ride or a serious workout, a trail is available and close to home
Yorkville recently welcomed the family-owned Station One Smokehouse with a ribbon-cutting ceremony with lines of hungry guests wrapped out the doors.
Plainfield and New Lenox are two of the suburban communities reportedly being considered for Jack in the Box fast food restaurants.
After a season fraught with complications, Luke Winder, a former IHSA state pole vaulting champion and owner of Rise Pole Vault in Joliet, placed sixth at his first Olympic trials in Oregon June 23.
A 33-year-old man in Plainfield was issued a citation for disorderly conduct after he was caught with an AR-15 style rifle that was actually a paintball gun, police said
The cause of a crash on Friday that led to the death of a 62-year-old motorcycle operator from Plainfield remains under investigation
The Arby’s on Route 59 in Joliet is gone.
Local school districts give the State Seal of Biliteracy to encourage students to pursue biliteracy and honor students’ mastery of two or more languages.
The Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park Theatre will host an Independence Day celebration on Wednesday with live music, food vendors, artists and crafters, and fireworks.
Various Independence Day festivities will take place across Will and Grundy counties featuring community celebrations, fireworks, live music, food trucks and more.
Plainfield will be getting a Portillo’s at the corner of Route 59 and 135th Street, according to the village. New restaurants will be opening soon downtown.
For nearly 20 years, Audrey Montalto of Plainfield has raised money and awareness for the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network through her community ambassador program Time for Hope.
Congresswoman Lauren Underwood presented Pace bus officials with a check for more than $800,000 for the purchase of a new electric bus for use on the express I-55 service to Chicago on Monday.
Saturday's high temperatures did not keep people away from Plainfield Fest.
The Cheesecake Store plans to open a Cookie Store in September as the business expands.
The Forest Preserve District of Will County program schedule for the first week of July.
The breakfast session with the Joliet Chamber came nearly a month after the state legisilature approved a $53.1 billion budget in the early morning hours of May 29.
An event in Joliet called A Day Of Healing will take place June 29. The event aims to provide healing for victims of gun violence and bring communities together.
Laura Racich has been painting her entire life. Now her works showcasing iconic Joliet landmarks are on display in one of the city's newest restaurants.
Attendees under age 21 are allowed in the Plainfield Fest entertainment area this year.
The annual bike ride is a fundraiser for AllenForce, a Plainfield-based nonprofit that serves veterans.
The Plainfield and Bolingbrook fire departments have each secured special fire alarms meant to assist residents who are hearing impaired through a donation to the Illinois Fire Safety Alliance.
The annual event will begin at 3 p.m. Friday and conclude at 9 p.m. Sunday. The event is held at Joliet Memorial Stadium, 3000 W. Jefferson St., Joliet. Tickets can be purchased online.
Taste of Joliet will feature live entertainment, Kids Zone and food vendors.
Retired District 202 technology teacher Margie Bonuchi receives 2023 Walter G. and Juanita F. Niehus Award in honor of extraordinary commitment to students, parents and employees.
A female Labrador named Harlie will assist the New Lenox Police Department with searching for illegal drugs and tracking scents in police investigations.
The Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park and Theatre in Joliet will present the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss in "Seussical," a musical comedy for all ages.
Summer is heating up. Here is where you can go to cool off this weekend in Will County
District 202 sends athletes to the Illinois Special Olympic Summer Games in the first year for the middle school program.