Driver killed, 2-year-old seriously hurt in Joliet crash

A man died and a 2-year-old boy was seriously injured in a crash involving a semi Wednesday night in suburban Joliet.

Chicago police officer indicted in alleged gun smuggling scheme

A Chicago police officer is accused of buying guns for a smuggling scheme into Mexico. Here's what prosecutors say happened.

Monument Moment: Joliet Iron and Steel Works
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The preserved ruins of the Joliet Iron and Steel Works tell the story of a once-mighty mill that fueled America?s railroads and gave Joliet its identity as the ?City of Steel.?

Joliet drive-by shooting leaves 2 wounded

Two men were wounded in a motorcycle drive-by shooting Monday morning in southwest suburban Joliet.

Plainfield sensory playground opens in memory of Wadea al-Fayoume

A special playground dedication in Plainfield honored 6-year-old Wadea al-Fayoume who was brutally stabbed to death two years ago this October.

Playground dedication to slain Palestinian boy
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On this International Peace Day, a special playground dedication in Plainfield honoring a six-year-old Palestinian boy whose life was tragically cut short.

Chicago suburb parish to be renamed after first millennial saint

As two suburban parishes combine, they will rename the new church after the first millennial saint, St. Carlos Acutis.

Shot fired at Illinois state senator's home, suspect in custody

Illinois State Sen. Meg Loughran Cappel's home was struck by gunfire early Tuesday. Police say the shooting was not politically motivated.

Joliet man fired stolen gun while driving drunk, police say

Joliet police say a man fired a stolen gun from his car while driving drunk. Here's what happened Tuesday night.

Bolingbrook, Romeoville teachers' union reaches tentative agreement with district

The teachers' union at Valley View School District 365U reached a tentative agreement on a new contract with the district, likely averting a strike.

Chicago, more suburbs issue warnings about possible ICE activity

Chicago and its suburbs are bracing for possible ICE activity as President Trump pushes for tougher immigration crackdowns in the area.

Plainfield couple sues Veterans Affairs for medical malpractice
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The U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs is being sued by a Plainfield couple who accuses the department of medical malpractice.

Chicago-area farm delivering free fresh food to veterans in need

Harvest time is right around the corner. While many farmers sell their products at stores or farmers markets, there's one Chicago-area farm that isn’t doing either.