Two charged in 2022 Joliet shooting that killed teen, injured another: police

Two men have been charged with murder in connection with a 2022 shooting in Joliet that left a teenager dead and another injured, authorities said.

Lightning sparks 3 house fires in Joliet

Firefighters in Joliet responded to three separate lightning-sparked attic fires within the span of about an hour on Wednesday afternoon, officials said.

ICE arrest tactics questioned after Joliet incident draws concern
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Congresswoman Lauren Underwood discusses why she?s demanding answers from ICE after armed agents in military fatigues pinned in a civilian car and detained one person, raising fears for community safety.

Attorney for Homer Glen parents wants murder charges dropped
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The parents of a 2-year-old girl who died late last year are seeking to have first-degree murder charges dropped, even as their release under Illinois? SAFE-T Act has sparked outrage among lawmakers.

Illinois parents' lawyers seek to drop murder charges in daughter's death

The parents of a 2-year-old girl who died late last year are seeking to have first-degree murder charges dropped, even as their release under Illinois’ SAFE-T Act has sparked outrage among lawmakers.

Illinois parents' lawyers seek to drop murder charges in daughter's death
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The parents of a 2-year-old girl who died late last year are seeking to have first-degree murder charges dropped, even as their release under Illinois? SAFE-T Act has sparked outrage among lawmakers.

Jack in the Box returns to Chicago area after 40-year absence | ChicagoNOW
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The first new Chicago area Jack in the Box location opened in Plainfield last week at 2101 Illinois Route 59. More locations are coming soon, including in Chicago and suburbs like Countryside, Tinley Park, New Lenox, Carol Stream, Lake in the Hills, and Naperville.

Joliet Slammers aim to set world record with helicopter hot dog drop
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The Joliet Slammers are mixing baseball with spectacle as they attempt to break the world record for most hot dogs dropped by a helicopter in one hour, turning a quirky idea into a fan-favorite event.

Targeted shooting in Plainfield prompts shelter-in-place alert

A targeted shooting at Settler’s Park in Plainfield prompted a shelter-in-place order Saturday night in the southwest suburb, officials said.

Father, son drowned in Lake Michigan: Indiana officials

A Chicago-area father and son drowned in Lake Michigan on Saturday, according to Indiana Conservation Officers.

Joliet woman charged after elderly dog dies from heat stroke, police say

A Joliet woman is facing a felony charge after her elderly dog was found in severe distress from heat exposure and later euthanized, authorities said.