Election 2026 in Illinois: When does early voting begin?

Early voting for the 2026 general election gets underway this month across the Chicago area with local, state and federal offices on the ballot.

Bolingbrook residents oppose Illinois American Water rate hike at ICC hearing

Illinois American Water is seeking a significant rate increase to help pay for infrastructure improvements, but the proposal is drawing strong opposition from customers who say they cannot afford higher bills.

Public forum held in Bolingbrook on water rates increasing
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Illinois American Water is seeking a big rate hike. A public forum was held Wednesday in Bolingbrook on the possible increase.

Providence Catholic football coach speaks after abrupt firing | ChicagoLIVE
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Providence Catholic High School, based in New Lenox, has an undefeated football team; we spoke with the former head coach after the school fired him over the weekend.

Bolingbrook residents face proposed $14 monthly water bill increase
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Mayor Mary Alexander-Basta discusses a proposed water and sewer rate increase and the community meeting where residents can share their concerns.

Providence High School abruptly fires football coach after 4-0 start to season: 'Confounded'

Providence Catholic High School, based in New Lenox with an undefeated football team, fired its head coach over the weekend in a move that baffled the prep sports community.

William Shatner brings Star Trek II back to big screen in Joliet
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William Shatner, the star of Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan, joins FOX Chicago to talk about bringing the classic film to Joliet, his upcoming Riot Fest heavy metal performance and the lessons he’s learned at 95.

Joliet man dies after being struck by vehicle, declining medical care, police say

A 40-year-old man died Wednesday after he was struck by a vehicle, declined medical care and later was found unresponsive at his Joliet apartment, police said.