A delegation of Illinois mayors say they experienced “pinch me” moments during their trip to the Vatican, marked by a 45-minute private audience with Chicago native son Pope Leo XIV.

The event will be at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, April 16, at Bolingbrook Golf Club, 2001 Rodeo Drive in Bolingbrook.

This western-themed event will feature line dancing, interactive games, a silent and live auction and a BBQ dinner.

DuPage Township has announced it will break ground on its new food pantry facility on April 13 as demand for services continues to grow.

People turned out for No Kings protests in several locations across Will County on Saturday.

Organizers called the protest day “No Kings 3,″ in opposition to the Trump administration and multiple rallies were held across Will County including Joliet, Romeoville, Bolingbrook, Lockport, Minooka and Shorewood.

Recycle old or unused bicycles through Forest Preserve District of Will County to benefit Working Bikes, which refurbishes and distributes bikes worldwide.

The event, which organizers are calling “No Kings 3,″ has multiple rallies planned across Will County including Joliet, Romeoville, Bolingbrook, Lockport, Minooka and Shorewood.

Nearly 50% of Meals on Wheels clients screen at high nutritional risk due to the compounded effects of chronic illness, medication use, food insecurity, and social isolation, according to the Illinois Department on Aging.

Most Illinois schools haven’t seen U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents at their doors, but officials say the federal crackdown is still impacting their classrooms

English learners across northern Illinois schools are facing growing uncertainty as federal funding cuts and policy changes threaten the programs they rely on to learn in the classroom

Amanda Brode-Rico has been named Community High School District 99’s new assistant superintendent for learning resources

Turnout was significantly higher in Will County than in the 2024 March primary. Some precincts saw more than 30% voter turnout.

Votes on Tuesday show Will County Sheriff’s Deputy Patrick Jones maintained his lead in the Democratic primary for Will County sheriff.

Voters in the primary picked two county board members in their party from each district to run in the general election in November.

Will County Board members Jacqueline Traynere, Judy Ogalla and Steve Balich all in competitive primary contests on Tuesday.

At least four cases involving wives who’ve disappeared in Will and LaSalle counties remain unsolved and one of those cases dates back to 1990.

A judge was deemed biased by a Will County Board member whom he found guilty of unlawfully accessing the email account of a political opponent on the board.  

Officers responded at around 9:27 p.m. on Friday to the 400 block of West North Frontage Road in Bolingbrook for a report of an accident, Bolingbrook police said.

About 500 science teachers gathered last week at Downers Grove North High School for the 2026 Climate of HOPE Conference

A Will County Board member on trial for computer tampering said she “just didn’t think” to ask a political opponent if they shared the same email account password.

Jackie Traynere waived her right to a jury trial and chose Will County Judge Derek Ewanic to decide whether she’s guilty of the misdemeanor charge of computer tampering. 

A semitrailer driver has been charged with driving under the influence and fleeing the scene of a Romeoville crash that damaged a pregnant woman’s vehicle

Eric L. Jones, 54, faces a sentence of between six to 30 years in prison. He is set to be sentenced on April 2.

Grace period registration for the March 17 primary election is also available at early voting locations for those who need to register to vote or update their registration.

The Bolingbrook Health Center's recent expansion provides additional on-site prenatal and maternal health services.

Dining at a local fish fry is a traditional part of Lent for many Will County residents.

Dog park users and their pups are invited to warm up with coffee, cocoa and social time at Lower Rock Run Preserve in Joliet

Downers Grove North High School alum Charlie Rohlf, Class of 2001, is the recipient of its Alumni Award of Excellence

The free event is a way for residents to receive information from Loughran Cappel’s office, including information about state resources and what she is working on in Springfield.

Bolingbrook police said they discovered a small amount of cannabis and a loaded 9mm handgun in the teen’s possession.

A 2,670-square-foot single-family home, built in 2001, has changed hands.

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‘It’s beautiful. It feels like the most American thing,’ a Bolingbrook High School student protester said on Friday as she joined hundreds of students at the school in walking out to march against Immigration and Customs Enforcement actions.

Several hundred Bolingbrook High School students protested against the actions of Immigration and Customs Enforcement activities across the country on Friday, Feb. 13, 2026. Students walked out of school to march through the streets.

The service will be held at 10 a.m. at New Life Lutheran Church 249 N. Bolingbrook Drive in Bolingbrook.

An eighth grade math teacher from Bolingbrook’s Brooks Middle School and a kindergarten teacher from Troy Hofer Elementary School in Shorewood were honored by the state.

Learn what makes snakes unique, explore common species found in Will County and meet Ramen, the resident snake ambassador at Hidden Oaks Nature Center in Bolingbrook.

This year’s theme is “A Night in Emerald City” and will held at 6 p.m. on Friday, March 6 at Bolingbrook Golf Club, 2001 Rodeo Drive.

Will County Clerk Annette Parker announced that in-person early voting will begin on Thursday at the county clerk's office in Joliet.

Zuka Sushi-Hibachi & Chinese in Bolingbrook offers a variety of sushi, hibachi and Asian cuisine, according to its website.

Barbara Parker on top priorities for the Will County Board: Affordable housing, attract employers that pay a living wage, and public transportation. Read Parker's full questionnaire here

The Will County Clerk's office has announced the locations of vote by mail dropboxes for the 2026 primary election, including a new drop-off location at the New Lenox Village Hall.

Bolingbrook police responded to noise complaints at two different parties on Jan. 31.

Tyler Giacalone: Housing is unaffordable in Will County, and residents cannot afford rent on warehouse pay. Read Giacalone's full questionnaire here

Jacqueline Traynere on her top three priorities for the Will County Board: Public transportation, Attainable housing, Trails and sidewalks. Read Traynere's full questionnaire here

The Community High School District 99 Board of Education has approved Kate Morris as the district’s new assistant superintendent for student learning.

The agents wore “police” placards and patches from the Deparment of Homeland Security Investigations and the Drug Enforcement Administration, the Bolingbrook police said on Wednesday evening.

Bolingbrook police officials said they were not aware federal agents were conducting the immigration enforcement on Tuesday and they did not provide assistance.

A Bolingbrook man accused of bringing a gun to the Will County Courthouse is facing a charges from last year of unlawful possession of a gun by felon.