UIS to hold online discussion about Juneteenth
Local experts will talk about the history of Juneteenth during an online panel discussion. The University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) Center for …
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Slammers rally to beat thunderbolts
JOLIET, IL – After a defeat in the last series, the Slammers were eager to kick off this three game …
Reminder: Real Estate Taxes Due June 8
Peoria County Treasurer Nicole Bjerke would like to remind Peoria County taxpayers that the first installment of real estate taxes …
Naperville Police Arrest Suspect in 1972 Murder
On Wednesday, June 2, 2021, the Naperville Police Department arrested Barry Lee Whelpley, 76, of Mounds View, Minnesota for the …
City of Joliet Economic Development Committee Meeting
The City of Joliet Economic Development Committee will hold a meeting on Tuesday, June 8, 2021 at 5 p.m. in …
Outdoor Fire Spreads to Attached Garage at House on Wildwood Ln, Mount Prospect
Police, firefighters and paramedics from Mount Prospect responded about 10:35 p.m. Monday, May 31, 2021 to a report of an …
Aquatic Programs Begin Soon at Centennial Beach
Centennial Beach has aquatic programs for all ages beginning in early to mid-June. Swim lessons, springboard diving training, Beach yoga, …
Naperville Police Investigate Robbery of North Route 59 Business
On Thursday, June 3, 2021, at approximately 12:16 a.m., Naperville Police Officers responded to a 911 call for a robbery …
Slammers shut out schaumburg
JOLIET, IL – The Slammers take on the Schaumburg Boomers in the first game of a 3 game series. Cam …
JJC Earns National Award for Advancing Diversity
Joliet Junior College is the national winner of the Award for Excellence in Advancing Diversity by the American Association of …
ComEd Customers may be Eligible for Residential Special Hardship Program
ComEd has established two special hardship programs for residential and non-profit customers that need assistance in paying past due energy bills. …
New Exhibitions Start June 5 (Part I)
Tromarama: Tromarama 2021 Begins June 5 DOCUMENT The exhibition at the gallery will feature Beta, a site-specific installation that questions …
6 Offenders, 1 Pregnant Armed with Bolt Cutters, in “Flash Mob Robbery” at Old Orchard Nordstrom Store in Skokie
Skokie police responded about 11:08 a.m. Tuesday, June 1, 2021 to a report that six offenders were connected to a …
Gov. Pritzker announces 6-year, $20.7 billion construction plan
Gov JB Pritzker has announced the release of a $20.7 billion multi-year plan to improve Illinois’ roads and bridges over …
DPD to launch internal advisory committee on design as a pilot program
The Department of Planning and Development (DPD) will launch a volunteer committee on design to advise city planning staff on …
Slammers win home opener against thunderbolts
JOLIET, IL – The Slammers beat the ThunderBolts 3-1 on a chilly mid 40 degree night. The top of the …
Pedestrian Hit by a Car at Kensington Rd and Waterman Ave Arlington Heights
Police, firefighters and paramedics from Arlington Heights responded about 11:44 a.m. Sunday, May 31, 2021 to a report of a …
City of Joliet Prison Committee Meeting
The City of Joliet Prison Committee will hold a meeting on Wednesday, June 2, 2021, at 4 p.m. in the …
June First Fridays lineup celebrates pride, arts weekend
First Fridays will feature more than two dozen venues open with art, music, and more on June 4. The evening …
Arson: McHenry Police Investigating Report of Suspects Running from “Just for Fun” Roller Rink Building
McHenry police are investigating reports that two subjects ran from the scene of an extra alarm fire as the destructive …
Belleville Man Indicted for Producing Child Pornography
EAST ST. LOUIS, Ill. – A St. Clair County man is under federal indictment on multiple charges involving producing and distributing …
Park Police Officer Benjamin Receives Life Saving Award; Lts. Wehrli and Harrington Recognized for 30 Years of Service
The Naperville Park District Board of Commissioners recognized three members of the Park Police at their May 27 meeting at Fort Hill Activity …
Bond Set at $1.5 Million for Aurora Man Accused of Attempt Murder
DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Naperville Chief of Police Robert Marshall announced today that bond has been set …
The City of Joliet is pleased to announce the addition of Eva-Marie Tropper as the new Director of Community Development
The City of Joliet is pleased to announce the addition of Ms. Eva-Marie Tropper as the new Director of Community …
Aurora Museum Week celebrates with interactive, artist-designed tote bag
Aurora Museum Week will highlight Aurora’s museums during the second week of June. After celebrating virtually in 2020, the week …
Art World Recap: May 27
Graham Foundation Announces 71 New Grants to Individuals for Architecture Projects The Graham Foundation announced the award of 71 new …
Farmers and Merchants National Bank partners with Poettker Construction to bring new location to O’Fallon
Farmers and Merchants National Bank (FMB), in partnership with the City of O’Fallon and Poettker Construction, broke ground on a new …
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