Serious and ongoing injuries sustained by ISP Trooper Brian Frank. Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow announced at a news conference on September 5 that Angel Casillas, 23, of Joliet, was sentenced to 15 months in prison by Circuit Court Judge Bertani-Tomczak for the vehicular crash resulting from a Scott’s Law violation that left Illinois […]
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Will County Hosting Waste Tire Collection Event
The Will County Resource Recovery and Energy (RRE) Division will host several recycling events in September, with one in conjunction with the Will County Fairground Association. A Waste Tire Collection Event is scheduled for Saturday, September 16, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Will County Fairgrounds, 710 S. West Street, in Peotone. Only […]
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Will County Hosting Four September Recycling Events
The Will County Resource Recovery and Energy (RRE) Division will host several recycling events in September, including three collection events and an educational seminar. “These community recycling events are a great opportunity for residents to responsibly dispose of items during fall cleaning,” said Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant. “Our Land Use Department works to ensure […]
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Six JJC Culinary Students Excel at National Culinary Competition
Congratulations are in order for six Joliet Junior College (JJC) culinary students, who performed exceptionally well at the American Culinary Federation student competition. First year culinary student Caitlyn Drzyzga placed first at the contest, earning the title Student Chef of the Year. “It was a shock to win,” said Drzyzga. “You compete hoping to do […]
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JJC Automotive Graduate Wins SkillsUSA National Conference
Nathan Bulthuis was “surprised, that’s to be certain.” The Joliet Junior College automotive alumnus won the gold medal in automotive service technology at the 2023 SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. “First, they announced I was part of the top three. That in itself was a win,” Bulthuis said. “They announced the third-place finisher and […]
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O’Brien Guilty of Attempted First Degree Murder in Naperville Stabbing
Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow announced Circuit Judge John Connor found Patrick O’Brien, 62, of Naperville, guilty of Attempt First Degree Murder (a Class X felony) and Aggravated Domestic Battery (a Class 2 felony). The verdict followed a bench trial that began on August 28. On December 21, 2019, the Naperville Police Department responded […]
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‘Grandparents Day’ in Romeoville September 13
A “Grandparents Day” will be held for Will County seniors on Wednesday, September 13, from 9 to 11 a.m., at the Romeoville Athletic and Event Center, 55 Phelps Avenue in Romeoville. The event is hosted as a collaboration between the Village of Romeoville, Senior Services of Will County, State Rep. Natalie Manley, Will County Executive […]
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Judge Denies Motion to Reconsider 40-Year Sentence for Predatory Criminal Sexual Assault Offense
Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow announced that Circuit Judge Vincent Cornelius denied a motion to reconsider sentence by Jeffery Davis, 33 of Joliet, who was sentenced recently to 40 years in prison for two counts of Predatory Criminal Sexual Assault, Class X felonies. Davis pleaded guilty to the offense on December 20, 2022. The […]
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Rutledge Guilty of First Degree Murder in 2019 Shootings in Joliet’s Cathedral Area
Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow announced Circuit Judge Carmen Goodman recently found Matthew Rutledge, 41, of Joliet, guilty of three counts of First Degree Murder (a Class M felony), one count of Attempt First Degree Murder (a Class X felony), and one count of Aggravated Battery with a Firearm (a Class X felony) in […]
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Heat Didn’t Stop the Fair
By Karen Haave Triple-digit heat indexes made being outdoors a challenge, but it didn’t stop the 120th Will County Fair from opening with a flourish. Members of the WCF Association and the Will County Board joined other local dignitaries on a sweltering August 23 morning to cut the ceremonial ribbon welcoming all to the annual […]