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Tuesday’s storm causes Forest Preserve District closures
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…
Resources available for Will County residents impacted by storms
Resource Center and Food Event in Eastern Will County Open to All Residents Following a series of storms that resulted in damage and…
Joyce measure allows government easier funds transfers
A measure sponsored by state Sen. Patrick Joyce that will allow for the transfer of funds between business districts under the control of…
Storm damage closes Will County forest preserves, visitor center, trails
Several Forest Preserve District of Will County sites are closed due to Monday’s storms. Monee Reservoir Visitor Center is closed until further notice…
2025 Municipal Elections
Mayor Bogs Sweeps into a Second Term
If municipal election outcomes are any indication of resident satisfaction, Monee voters are very happy with their village right now.
Gesky Defeated By LaMore in Manteno Mayor Race
Final tallies of ballots by the Kankakee County Clerk’s Office show Annette LaMore will be the new mayor in Manteno.
Adrieansen’s Team Wins in Landslide Victory in Manhattan
Campaign season has ended in Manhattan, likely a welcome sight for many after a long, contentious battle between two slates.
New Mayor Elected in Peotone
With a bigger turnout than the previous two consolidated elections, just over 20 percent of the 4,100 population of Peotone.
Your town. Our Beat.
Peotone.
Peotone Police Department promotes sergeant, continues SRO Program
The Peotone Police Department promoted Officer Kenneth Burrow to the position of sergeant, with Chief David DeMik reporting to the village board that…
Beecher, Crete and Monee hit hardest by storms
For Eastern Will County residents, July 27, 2026, probably will be remembered for the damages left in the wake of torrential rainfall and violent wind bursts.
Marjorie E. Hudson, 86
Marjorie E. Hudson, 86, of West Lafayette, Indiana, formerly of Peotone, passed away on July 23, 2026. Born on October…
Manteno.
Good news for Manteno with Gotion Agreement
During one of the most acrimonious Manteno board meetings in recent months, trustees somehow managed to pass an agreement requiring Gotion to adhere to…
Manteno board meeting descends into chaos
Manteno’s village board may still be at odds after another contentious meeting with the two factions and their respective lawyers starkly butting heads.
Manteno Garage Sales
Manteno held their citywide garage sales last weekend with more than 80 residents participating. The streets were bustling with activity, and turnout…
Manhattan.
Chicago Legislator, Edgar County Farm Bureau, Bridge Illinois’ Urban-Rural Divide
State Senator Mike Porfirio welcomed members of the Edgar County Farm Bureau to Illinois’ 11th Legislative District this week, part…
Round Barn interior construction starting soon
With the Round Barn being an iconic historical structure in Manhattan, everyone is anxious to hear when it will be…
Manhattan fire trustee retires after 40 years of service
The Manhattan Fire Protection District’s Board of Trustees Secretary Bill Weber officially retires after more than 40 years of service…
Crete.
Storm rips roof off of animal hospital as second tornado hits Orland Park: Update
A powerful storm damaged an Orland Park animal hospital Tuesday, forcing more than 40 dogs and staff to take shelter.
Crete weighs allowing food truck downtown
Should mobile food vendors and vehicles be allowed to do business in downtown Crete?
Department of Justice probe targets Crete-Monee High School
Two Will County public school districts are among 36 under investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice Civil Rights division.
Mayhem.
Police Blotter
Remember: All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. MONEE On July 26, Monee Police investigated…
Police Blotter
Disclaimer: Charges against each defendant are merely accusations, with all defendants presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.…
Police Blotter
Disclaimer: Charges against each defendant are merely accusations, with all defendants presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.…
Your Sports. All Heart.
Nick Cronin, run-heavy Peotone aim to bounce back
Nick Cronin, Peotone’s leading rusher and receiver last season, is back to lead a senior-dominated team aiming to improve on a 3-6 finish.
Football notebook: Crete’s Jeremiah Stonewall among state’s top recruits
Crete-Monee running back Jeremiah Stonewall has offers from five Big Ten schools.
Vedette sports report: Beecher softball duo named to All-State first team
Northern Illinois recruit Makenzie Johnson and Colgate recruit Taylor Norkus represent Beecher on the Class 2A All-State first team.
Manteno running back Nick Honkisz ready for bigger role
Rising senior Nick Honkisz is a returning All-Illinois Central Eight first-team running back.
After 25 years and hip surgery, Brandon DuBois still piles up wins for Beecher Muskies
The MVP of the 2010 NABF World Series, Brandon DuBois has won 110 games across 25 seasons for the Beecher Muskies.
We/Us
Manteno cops hit roof for Special Olympics
The wind gust seemed to almost blow off the roof sometimes, but the Manteno Police Department survived another year of Cops…
‘We don’t have a house anymore’: One family’s tornado survival story
The Garcias’ survival last week came down to one decision: Kendahl’s insistence on being prepared after hearing storm warnings.
Body found in rubble of home hit by Kankakee tornado
A body was discovered Thursday in the rubble of a home destroyed by the EF3 tornado that struck Aroma Park March…
