Business, government and leaders and residents agree Will County needs more housing, more diverse housing and housing that’s affordable. County leaders are exploring solutions to the growing problem.

Although Will County is one of the top producers of single-family homes in Illinois, some population groups struggle to find any housing to fit their needs and budgets.

Evelyn Grace Kamer, a sophomore at Lincoln-Way Central High School in New Lenox and member of student council, will portray St. Lucia – also known as the Queen of Light – at the festival.

Enter your income to see the maximum much you should spend on housing in Will County. Or see how much you would need to make to afford a home. Just enter the price.

A spokeswoman for Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox said a call was made by a 'distressed individual' and police have confirmed that no credible threat has been identified.

A single-family home in Plainfield that sold for $1.26 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Will County in the past week.

Affectionately named Floyd, this 36-foot-tall illuminated penguin greets visitors at the entrance to the New Lenox Christmas in the Commons.

Lifting heavy snow quickly increases your heart rate. For people who have heart disease—or don’t know they have it—this can trigger a heart attack, the Silver Cross Medical Group said.

A single-family home in Naperville that sold for $957,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Will County in the past week

Non-emergency closures will be suspended from 3 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 26, to 11:59 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 30, the the Illinois Department of Transportation said,

The Leapfrog Group once again has awarded Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox its 22nd consecutive “A” Hospital Safety Grade for patient safety.

Rabbi Jenny Steinberg-Martinez, who came to Joliet Jewish Congregation in 2020 when Rabbi Charles Rubovits retired, became executive director of Stepping Stones Treatment Center in Joliet on Oct. 15.

The Joliet Junior College Board of Trustees voted 6-2 to allow college officials to spend $2.5 million for about 20 acres of land for a new campus in Morris.

A flag ceremony was held for Veterans Day on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025, at Stone City VFW Post 2199. A free community luncheon and health screening was also held at the post. The post has been under the new leadership of U.S. Army veteran Jose Guzman since last June.

Annual program remembers those lost, offers support and highlight new treatments at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 12.

Peace Lutheran Church invites anyone alone, in need, new to the area, or simply wants to celebrate with others.

Brian Skraba, 39, a Marine veteran who served from 2004 to 2008 – including one deployment to Iraq – is currently working on his doctorate in nursing.

Interstate 80 from Ridge Road in Minooka to U.S. Route 30 in Joliet and New Lenox will see lane closures over two consecutive nights beginning on Wednesday

Illinois State Police responded to a report of a hazardous materials spill on the eastbound lanes of I-80, west of Gougar Road. No injuries reported.

100 Women Who Care of Will County held its big check presentation on Oct. 29 for Team Nicholas, a group working to provide hospitalized children with gifts year round.

Silver Cross Hospital has announced it will host a Diabetes Fair in support of American Diabetes Month on Wednesday.

Michael Jensen has earned a perfect composite score of 36 on the ACT, achieved by fewer than one quarter of 1% of test takers nationwide, Providence High School said.

Silver Cross Hospital NICU babies are decked out in Halloween attire on Oct. 31, 2025. "Our Silver Cross Hospital NICU babies melt the hearts of everyone they encounter. They fight with every tiny ounce of their being – and we fight right alongside them – to help them heal and thrive – so they can spend their next Halloween at home," the New Lenox hospital stated in a release.

A 15-year-old girl was reported to have been last seen in the 6000 block of Winterhaven Drive, according to a statement from the Joliet Police Department.

With spring here and temperatures slowly warming it is time to get out your bike and head out to these Will County trails.

A Will County judge has ordered a New Lenox to remain in jail after he was accused of possessing a cellphone containing about 100 files of child sex abuse materials.

Get into fall and the holiday spirit at these craft fairs throughout October and November.

Many Illinois communities are adding back a 1% grocery tax that will otherwise expire on Jan. 1. Is your town among them?

Silver Cross Hospital's new $20 million, 20,000-square-foot health care facility in Lemont – which will replace the existing structure – is scheduled to open in the fall of 2026,

The Disability Pride Event in Joliet was meant to remind people that “to be disabled means to be part of a community of fighters,” said Riley Spreadbury.

Julie Bay of New Lenox was diagnosed with stage 2 multifocal breast cancer in 2025 - but she didn't need chemotherapy or radiation treatments.

At 1:30 p.m. Sunday, officers responded to the crash on the westbound lanes of I-80 at milepost 138, according to a statement from Illinois State Police.

A 30-year-old Palos Park woman died after crashing her vehicle into a ditch in Homer Township on Wednesday.

The project has included reconstruction of Richards Street between Colburn and Fifth avenues, new noise barrier walls, and rehabilitation of the bridge over Hickory Creek, IDOT said.

The center earned the Clinical Distinction Award for demonstrating “exceptional success by meeting or exceeding clinical benchmarks,” according to a news release from Silver Cross Hospital.

Participants will enjoy an evening of dining at Tom Kelly’s Chophouse, Gatto’s Italian Restaurant and Bar, Hog Wild and JBD White Horse Inn in New Lenox area.

Proceeds benefit the preservation of Schmuhl School in New Lenox Township and ongoing student programs held at the school,

Silver Cross Hospital's second reunion of graduates of the Amy, Matthew and Jay Vana Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and the babies’ immediate families also marked the third anniversary of Silver Cross’s NICU, the first and only Level III NICU in Will County.

A New Lenox man with a fatal disease finally meets the man who's inspired him for 50 years.

The event will take place noon to 2 p.m. Sept. 30 at Silver Cross Hospital Conference Center, 1890 Silver Cross Blvd., in New Lenox.

The outdoor sale will take place on the United Methodist Church of New Lenox campgrounds and feature between 75 and 100 vendor booths.

Trinity Services began in 1950 when a group of parents started a school for their children, who had developmental disabilities and no options for education. By 2017, Trinity Services had become a statewide organization with 1,200 employees and a $56 million budget.

Recyclepalooza on Saturday is the first of five events around the county this fall that allows for recycling of hazardous waste, electronics and even pumpkins.

A Harvey man who was 16 when he shot a young New Lenox man in the back while he was running away from him will serve 45 years in prison for his murder. 

Starting at 8 p.m. Thursday, lane closures will take place on eastbound I-80 between Houbolt Road and Larkin Avenue in Joliet. The closed lanes and the new ramp will open by 5 a.m. Friday.

Dr. Pat Pappas heads Silver Cross’ open heart surgery program, which Silver Cross Hospital launched in May 2019.

The sentencing of Kevin Johnson in the 2020 murder of Charles "Charlie" Baird was delayed once again following an extended hearing on Monday.

As the first K-9 to hold this position in the district, Willie’s gentle and approachable demeanor will provide comfort during times of stress, trauma and recovery.

The seven-mile project starts Monday and is expected to be completed in late October.