Kevin Newberry

The event, themed “The Future is Bright,” brought together members of the USF community in Joliet.

The Illinois High School Association journalism state finals was held at Heartland Community College on Saturday, April 25.

Community High School District 155 Superintendent Neil Lesinski has been named the 2026 Superintendent of Distinction by the Kishwaukee Region of the Illinois Association of School Administrators.

The village of Huntley has announced the official launch of Shops on Main for its first full operating season, kicking off Friday, May 1.

The Providence Catholic High School team also captured its eighth consecutive regional championship in March, once again qualifying a full roster for the state competition.

The Slammers will open their season Friday, May 8, against the Washington Wild Things, featuring the first giveaway of the year as part of opening night ceremonies.

The group meets on the fourth Thursday of every month from 4 to 5 p.m. at 351 Lily Cache Lane in Bolingbrook.

Backpack Biologists meets 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays, May 1-31, at Hidden Oaks Nature Center in Bolingbrook:

Celebrate Earth Week in Glen Ellyn with a variety of fun and educational activities for all ages. Registration is required for all events at gepark.org/register

Four students from Joliet Central and Joliet West high schools competed with top talent from across the state in multiple Computer Aided Drafting categories.

House Bill 5580 improves how DNA evidence is communicated across Illinois’ justice system, according to State Rep. Nicole La Ha.

Kelleher + Holland LLC, touted as one of the Chicago area’s largest full-service suburban law firms, has announced the opening of a Crystal Lake office.

Friends of the Cary Area Library’s Spring 2026 Used Book Sale takes place Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Under Illinois law, citizens aged 55 and older may qualify for a multi-year auto insurance discount by completing the course.

The Will County Animal Protection Services staff play an essential role in enforcing animal welfare laws, protecting the public and investigating animal cruelty and neglect.