Local

Will County, IL Photo Contest Winner Captures ‘Magical Fairy Tale’ Bluebells Scene in Forest

Joliet, IL – A Joliet resident has been named the April winner of a Will County forest preserve photo contest after capturing what she described as a “magical” spring...

Lake County, IL Donation Drive Begins May 1 for Veterans

Lake County, Illinois – A countywide donation drive supporting thousands of local veterans and their families is officially...

Palos Park, Illinois News: Mayor Urges Residents to Oppose BUILD Housing Plan Amid Zoning Concerns

Palos Park, IL - Village officials are urging residents to take action against proposed state legislation that could...

Joliet, Illinois Student Earns Third Place This Week at IHSA State Journalism Finals

Joliet, IL - A Joliet West High School student is earning statewide recognition after placing among the top...

Tinley Park, Illinois Firefighters Announce May 28, 2026 Charity Golf Outing in Orland Park

Tinley Park, IL - Local firefighters are gearing up for a community-driven fundraising event set to bring residents...

Frankfort Park District’s Community Garage Sale Days this Saturday

The Frankfort Park District’s annual community wide garage sale kicks off this Saturday, June 1st from 9am-3pm. A list of the participating addresses in this year’s annual sale are below. The lists will also be available for pickup at the Park District’s office the week of the sale.

Mayor Wells-Armstrong Partners with Kauffman Foundation as an Ecosystem Ambassador for Entrepreneurs

Last week, Mayor Wells-Armstrong and Barbi Brewer-Watson, Executive Director for the CDA,attended the Kauffman Foundation’s Annual Mayors Conference on Small Business and Entrepreneurship in Kansas City, Missouri.

Kankakee Community College Lifelong Learning Institute Summer Video Lectures

The Lifelong Learning Institute offers affordable, high-quality, non-credit classes that take place in an environment that fosters participation. These video lectures are pre-recorded and played during the class session. These classes are open to people ages 50 and older.

Rethink Water Joliet, Alternative Water Source Survey

The City of Joliet is undertaking a study to evaluate multiple sources of water to provide a sustainable supply for the future. In a recent report the Illinois State Water Survey (ISWS) found that at the current rate of usage, the aquifer suppling the majority of the City’s water will no longer be sustainable by 2030.

The Ultimate: Jaeden Harris

The Ultimate athlete is a student who trains hard and is committed to excellence, on and off the field. Their work ethic, dedication, determination,...

Schuyler Ave Open For Memorial Day Weekend

The City of Kankakee will open both lanes on South Schuyler Avenue for Memorial Day Weekend. Barrels will be placed along the west curb...
spot_img