The past winter was rough in the area, as well as across the country.
Peotone and surrounding communities were socked with some massive snowfalls and states across the country set records during February blizzards.
Governor JB Pritzker signed legislation Friday authorizing direct state payments to Southwest Side residents and others whose homes were damaged by recent storms and tornadoes
Damage from Tuesday’s storm has caused visitor center, preserve, and trail closures throughout the Forest Preserve District of Will County. Storm-related issues are being posted on the Forest Preserve’s Closures and Alerts webpage at ReconnectWithNature.org. Currently, Plum Creek Nature Center is closed because it doesn’t have power, Lockport Prairie Nature Center is closed because of […]
Resource Center and Food Event in Eastern Will County Open to All Residents Following a series of storms that resulted in damage and power outages in several communities, the Will County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is spotlighting recovery resources available to residents. These include the 2-1-1 information hotline, a Multi-Agency Resource Center, and a food […]
A measure sponsored by state Sen. Patrick Joyce that will allow for the transfer of funds between business districts under the control of a municipality was signed into law last Friday.
Several Forest Preserve District of Will County sites are closed due to Monday’s storms. Monee Reservoir Visitor Center is closed until further notice due to a power outage at the facility. Monee Reservoir preserve remains open. Raccoon Grove Nature Preserve access is impacted due to downed trees. The preserve’s parking lot is open, but the […]
FuelFest, a global automotive festival, brings its inaugural Midwest show to Bridgeview’s SeatGeek Stadium on Saturday, featuring live drifting, a full concert, and appearances by celebrities including actor Cody Walker and Tyrese Gibson.
Recipients of the 2026 Monee Chamber of Commerce scholarships are honors students and volunteers looking to make a difference in the community.
The Grant Park Board of Trustees has appointed Brian Martin, the brother of Trustee Jason Martin, following the resignation of Trustee Julie Quinn, which was announced last month.
Illinois residents and businesses in 11 counties affected by spring and early summer storms can now request waivers of tax penalties and interest if severe weather prevented them from filing or paying on time.
