Palos Hills accountant, Joliet business owner fraudulently obtained over $7.8M in PPP loans: indictment

A Palos Hills accountant and a Joliet business owner have been indicted on federal charges for allegedly fraudulently obtaining more than $7.8 million in small business loans under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act.

Pedestrian fatally struck in Joliet

A pedestrian was struck and killed Monday evening in southwest suburban Joliet.

Police pledge ‘special attention’ after bomb threats force public libraries in city and suburbs to close

All Chicago Public Library branches and many other libraries across Illinois were closed Thursday afternoon after receiving “digital” bomb threats, apparently part of a nationwide intimidation campaign over the choice of books offered on the facilities’ shelves.

Century-old Joliet church faces financial battle after Ponzi scheme scandal

After serving the Joliet community through its ministry for more than a century, Messiah Lutheran Church is facing its very own judgment day.

Joliet church facing judgement day
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A Joliet church that is on the verge of financial ruin is asking the public to come to its rescue.

Northern Illinois Food Bank in search of volunteers to meet demand
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September 11 is a national day of service. If you want to give back, the Northern Illinois Food Bank can use your help. They are looking for volunteers.