Bolingbrook man sentenced to 32 years for sexually abusing children
A Bolingbrook man was sentenced to 32 years in prison for sexually abusing three children.
Woman manipulated boyfriend into suburban family's execution over fake Mexican cartel threat: police
New details have surfaced in the investigation of the 2023 murders of a family in Romeoville.
Will County man on pre-trial release for drug offense arrested for fleeing police, crashing car: prosecutors
A Will County man was arrested this week after allegedly fleeing from police during a traffic stop in Woodridge.
Joliet detective arrested for domestic battery, placed on administrative leave: police
A Joliet Police Department detective has been charged with domestic battery following an alleged incident involving his wife at their home.
Plainfield students compete in 'Shark Tank'-style challenge as part of new entrepreneurship program
Plainfield is fostering the next generation of entrepreneurs, with 80 high school students already on the path to success.
Joliet man sentenced to 27 years after drugging, sex trafficking women
A Joliet man was sentenced to 27 years in federal prison for sex trafficking multiple victims, including minors, using violence, drugs, and coercion.
Illinois Red Cross volunteer joins Florida recovery effort after Hurricane Helene
Red Cross crews from across the country, including Illinois, are on the ground in Florida to assist with recovery efforts after Hurricane Helene made landfall as a powerful Category 4 storm.
Local volunteer prepares for Red Cross deployment as Hurricane Helene approaches Florida
As Hurricane Helene barrels toward Florida, a local volunteer is preparing to be deployed with the American Red Cross to help in recovery efforts after it makes landfall.
Crash involving motorcycle reported in Lockport
A crash in Lockport disrupted traffic on Wednesday morning near the intersection of 9th Street and State Street.
Women allegedly stole from Ulta and Victoria's Secret stores across Chicagoland, sold items on Instagram
Two women from Milwaukee are facing serious charges after allegedly stealing thousands of dollars worth of merchandise from retail stores across the Chicago area.
Student, parent arrested after threat against Minooka school
A student was arrested this week for allegedly making a threat against fellow students at Minooka Intermediate School.
Frankfort man sentenced to prison for selling stolen electronics through Crestwood business
A Frankfort man has been sentenced to federal prison after selling stolen items through suburban businesses.
3 wounded in shooting at Joliet bar
Three people were wounded in a shooting early Sunday morning at a bar in suburban Joliet.