No one was injured, and residents were able to stay in the house after the Saturday afternoon fire.

People turned out for No Kings protests in several locations across Will County on Saturday.

Organizers called the protest day “No Kings 3,″ in opposition to the Trump administration and multiple rallies were held across Will County including Joliet, Romeoville, Bolingbrook, Lockport, Minooka and Shorewood.

The Will County sheriff’s deputies were called to the area of Oakwood Drive and Townline Road in Mokena on Tuesday for possible human remains found.

The City of Crest Hill is hosting a community Easter Egg hunt for families on Saturday.

From April 1 through April 30, the village of Romeoville is calling on residents to protect water resources by participating in the Wyland Water Conservation Challenge.

Life-long Crest Hill resident Judith A. Batusich served as the city of Crest Hill’s first alderwoman (1977 to 1981), Lockport Township trustee (1980–1989), Lockport Township assessor (1989–1996) and Lockport Township supervisor from 1996 until her retirement on May 31, 2011.

City treasurer said she began investigating the past finances of the events committee after multiple residents had requested she look into it when she was elected last April.

Turnout was significantly higher in Will County than in the 2024 March primary. Some precincts saw more than 30% voter turnout.

Votes on Tuesday show Will County Sheriff’s Deputy Patrick Jones maintained his lead in the Democratic primary for Will County sheriff.

The polls have closed. Here are live March 2026 primary election results for Will County. Tallies will be updated as county clerks update their websites.

Moments before the crash, the Dodge Charger was seen by a Crest Hill police officer disregarding a traffic signal at an intersection in the city, police said.

In addition to serving 100% Colombian specialty coffee, Sumercé Coffee in Crest Hill sells signature drinks and traditional Colombian baked goods.

The City of Crest Hill voted last week to finalize a plan for a new QuikTrip gas station which will see the old city hall building demolished.

A Crest Hill man has been paroled after spending six months in prison and already receiving credit for 14 months in jail for the 2024 reckless homicide of a Joliet couple.

Will County Sheriff’s Office will still not disclose internal investigation records regarding a lieutenant’s fatal shooting that resulted in a $2.75 million civil settlement against the county.

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

Ten Lockport Township High School District 205 teachers and Administrators were recognized by the Illinois State Board of Education with Those Who Excel Awards.

Sticker renewals will be available during normal Lockport Township office business hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Crest Hill police are investigating a burglary at a local cafe and gaming place that occurred early Tuesday morning.

The Crest Hill City Council approved additional measures to work on mitigating the forever chemical contamination in the city's drinking water.

The city of Crest Hill is holding a special meeting Monday to address its next steps in its ongoing efforts to combat PFAS in it’s water system.

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The grand opening – which includes giveaways, promotions and raffles – will take place Saturday and Sunday at 2310 Plainfield Road in Crest Hill,

Will County Clerk Annette Parker announced that in-person early voting will begin on Thursday at the county clerk's office in Joliet.

A Crest Hill man has been sentenced to 130 years in prison for killing a bartender, attempting to kill a man trying to stop the shooting and wounding the son of the bar’s owner.

The work will begin in late January and will continue through month of February.

The closure was necessary so the Illinois Department of Transportation could complete a project on Interstate 80 that crosses above the trail.

The City of Lockport is exploring options for the future possible transition to Lake Michigan water and what the costs may be.

Menards stores in Grundy, Kendall and Will counties are taking donations for area food pantries now through the month of March.

Volunteers are needed for the Forest Preserve District of Will County’s Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service events.

Owners of Sharks in Crest Hill plans to open at two major Joliet intersections next to a Dunkin' and in a former 7/11.

Mr. Auto Care is a full-service automotive repair shop with a mission beyond fixing vehicles.

Here are some of the top images we captured from news and events that happened across Will County in 2025.

Will County welcomed a lot of new businesses in 2025 – and saw a few long-time ones close their doors. The restaurant and coffee scene is bustling.

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Children’s Road To Success Daycare in Crest Hill held its inaugural “Preschool Program Showcase and Winter Ball” on Dec. 12 in Joliet.

Now the FIT Foundation – a meal prep company is seeking donations for Christmas dinners for Joliet and Crest Hill police officers who are working on Christmas Day.

The Black Road Branch drive-thru window will open on Dec. 22 and the Joliet Public Library's downtown branch is fully open.

Denise O’Malley agreed to plead guilty to aggravated battery with firearm in the Sept. 13, 2020 shooting of her husband, who told a judge he didn’t want to see his wife go to prison.

With a winter storm forecast for the Joliet area beginning early Saturday morning, here is a reminder of parking regulations that go into effect during major snowfalls

Will County communities are getting ready to welcome in the holiday season with these festivals, parades and tree lightings.

The sentencing of Patrick Gleason in the 2018 murder of Joliet bartender Daniel Rios has been postponed pending a hearing on the constitutionality of adding a firearm enhancement to his sentencing.

A Shell facility with a Dunkin’ and convenience store is now open, one year after it was initially planned.

Lockport Township High School District 205 received a commendable rating on the state report card. “We’re pleased with the results, but there’s always work to do," said Superintendent Dr. Robert McBride.

A flag ceremony was held for Veterans Day on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025, at Stone City VFW Post 2199. A free community luncheon and health screening was also held at the post. The post has been under the new leadership of U.S. Army veteran Jose Guzman since last June.

Don Kinley is the fourth generation in his family to own Lincolnway Barbership. His great-grandfather, Albert Worst, established the shop in 1881.

Reza Jaddi said he is a huge champion of Wounded Warrior Project, Romeoville American Legion Post 52 and any veteran Jaddi happens to meet. He even bought a Humvee in 2017 to give the community an idea of "what our veterans used out in the field," he said.

In addition to the many food banks and food pantries throughout Will County, various agencies and organizations are holding their own food drives and distributions to help fight hunger.

The driver of a Jeep Wrangler was taken to Saint Joseph Medical Center in Joliet where she was pronounced deceased at 1:06 p.m on Friday, according to the Will County Coroner’s Office.