Springfield Police: Burglary Arrest
Springfield, Illinois – On Monday May 17, 2021 the Springfield Police Department and the Sangamon County Sheriff’s Office arrested Austin …
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UIS begins planting 1,000 Japanese maple trees
The University of Illinois Springfield is planting Japanese maple trees on its campus. On Tuesday, April 27, the university started planting the …
Here’s another big picture look at the current industrial market in Chicago
AJ LATRACE Demand for industrial real estate has been the focus of much discussion about the current conversation of the …
EDITIONS Chicago Launches This Fall at Navy Pier
While EXPO CHICAGO is not taking place in person this coming September – fair organizers announced recently a permanent move to …
The Biden administration proposes far-reaching tax overhaul
President Biden recently announced his $1.8 trillion American Families Plan (AFP), the third step in his Build Back Better policy initiative. …
Plumbers Union (UA) Local 130 obtains $25 million building permit for seven-story West Loop parking garage
The Plumbers Union (UA) Local 130 has obtained a $25 million building permit to construct a seven-story parking garage, the first …
More Latinx and Black Children Enrolled in Managed Care Health Plans
Concerns about impact on access to services and disparities in health outcomes Latinx and Black children are enrolled in public …
UIS now offering free COVID-19 saliva testing to the public
The University of Illinois Springfield, in partnership with SHIELD Illinois, is now offering free COVID-19 saliva testing to the public. The …
City of Joliet Arts Commission Meeting
The City of Joliet Arts Commission will hold a meeting on Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at 5 p.m. in the …
Changes to Face Covering Requirements per Executive Order
Per Executive Order issued by the Governor on May 17, 2021, individuals who have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19 are …
Cash Reward Offered for Information about Route 59 Shooting Incident
NAPERVILLE CRIME STOPPERS are offering a cash reward for the following incident: On Saturday, May 15, 2021, at approximately 5:39 …
Slammers increase capacity for opening night
JOLIET, IL —The Joliet Slammers are opening the 2021 season at home on Friday, May 28 and are excited to …
New Exhibitions Start May 21 – 22
Wangari Mathenge | The Expats Studies: Impression on Paper Opening: Friday, May 21, 6 – 9 pm May 21 – July …
Economic Development Week 2021
As we celebrate economic development week we recognize that success requires partners, stakeholders, and collaboration. Often as we interact with …
Hit-and-Run Crash Arlington Heights Rd and Oakton St Arlington Heights
Police, firefighters and paramedics from Arlington Heights responded about 11:26 p.m. Saturday, May 15, 2021 to a report of a …
City of Springfield No Longer Enforcing Mask Mandate
Springfield, Illinois – The City of Springfield’s goal has always been to get our businesses fully and safely reopened, our …
Centennial Beach Able to Expand Capacity in Bridge Phase of Restore Illinois Plan
Naperville Park District plans to open Centennial Beach for the season on Saturday, May 29. Now that the state has …
Troy Businessman Pleads Guilty to Payroll Tax Fraude
TROY, Ill. – A Troy, Illinois businessman has entered a guilty plea on a charge that he willfully failed to …
Naperville Police Investigate Stabbing involving Juveniles
On Friday, May 14, 2021, at approximately 8:59 p.m., Naperville Police responded to a 911 call for a fight in …
City of Joliet Joint Review Board Meeting
The City of Joliet Joint Review Board will meet Thursday, May 20, 2021 at 10:00 am in the Council Chambers, Second …
Manufacturing Survey Results Showing Positive Trending
The RAEDC has released the follow-up survey in March 2021 to manufacturers which will allow us to gauge the need …
JJC to Celebrate Graduates in Drive-Thru, Virtual Ceremonies
Joliet Junior College will celebrate the achievements of its graduating students during drive-thru and virtual commencement ceremonies on Friday, May …
Naperville Residents Invited to “Chat with the Chief” on May 25
Informal event aims to promote conversation and enhance the police/community partnership Naperville Police Chief Robert Marshall invites the community to …
Chicago Parents Report High Levels of Everyday Discrimination
Culturally sensitive pediatric care is crucial A recent survey by Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago shows that nearly …
AIRCRAFT EMERGENCY LANDING on I-355 Near I-80 Near New Lenox
Illinois State Police and firefighters and paramedics from New Lenox FPD, Mokena FPD, Homer Township FPD responded about 11:18 a.m. …
Worst Cyberattack on Fuel Pipeline in US History Causes Long Lines at Gas Pumps
News Highlights of the Aftermath of the Colonial Pipeline Company Cyberattack The Colonial Pipeline transports more than 100 million gallons …
Architect Helmut Jahn, 81, killed in bicycle accident
Architect Helmut Jahn, who designed some of Chicago’s most dramatic and impressive buildings, died in a bicycle accident on May 8. …