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Joliet Junior College’s president reported he’s been subjected to harassing behavior from two members of the Board of Trustees and the hostility of one of those trustees caused him to feel unsafe.

'The Little Mermaid' is Nazareth Academy's spring production

Five years ago this week, we were all sent home for "two weeks" as Americans tried to get a handle on the novel coronavirus sweeping its way through the country. Shaw Media set out to document the humanity among the ruins. The pandemic brought about school closures, virus testing, toilet paper shortages and full hospitals with essential workers. It also brought socially distanced parades just to see a friend or loved one's face and an endless supply of grace and kindness felt by all.

An eclectic weekend will color March with everything from rising young vocalists to Broadway tunes in a heartfelt benefit for the love of live theater, a true-history play and an arts and crafts fair.

The owner of a Mokena home remodel and construction company has pleaded guilty to charges that he defrauded customers out of thousands of dollars.

A reckless homicide charge has been filed in Will County against a Tesla driver over a Feb. 5 crash that claimed the lives of Sameer Gowani, 36, and Quincy Benbow, 33.

A Harvey man sat impassively as a Will County judge told him on Wednesday that she found him guilty of the 2020 murder of Charles Baird, 19, in New Lenox.

Clearbrook has opened a new community integrated living home in Woodstock for people with developmental disabilities.

A Frankfort man has been arrested on an indecent solicitation of a child charge following a sting operation by Predator Poachers Southeast Texas, court records show. 

An employee at a Des Plaines business is facing charges after stealing power tools from his workplace, police said Friday.

Candidates for the Barrington Area Unit District 220 school board were asked what they would change about the district at a candidate forum held by the League of Women Voters earlier this month at the Barrington Area Library.

A St. Patrick's Day eve concert, a noted guest flutist showcased by the Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra, jazz greats, military memorabilia and a day devoted to native plants are featured in DuPage and Cook counties.

The Roman Catholic college-preparatory high school marks a milestone of resilience born of a women’s religious congregation founded in the French town of Le Puy in 1650 that defied hardship, political strife and guillotines in its quest to serve the “dear neighbor."

Two separate reform proposals for public transit got an airing Tuesday during a Senate Transportation Committee hearing that produced pointed questions.

Trinity Service bought the community health center building at 2000 Glenwood Ave. in Joliet approximately 18 months ago and has since consolidated many of its mental health-related services in that building.

A man admitted to falsely reporting there was a bomb in the Crystal Lake Public Library, court records show; he pleaded guilty to a similar false threat in Kane County.

From glass collectibles to a celebration of women's history and art to concerts and theater, fun is in store in DuPage and Cook counties.

Brightening midwinter will be concerts spanning diverse styles, along with a Market Craft Fair and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra appearing in the western suburbs.

State Sen. Patrick Joyce writes about all of what his office has done for area residents this month.

A documentary about the theater will premiere as part of an ongoing celebration of the venue's anniversary year. A major expansion project also is underway.

A motion was granted Saturday to detain three Cook County residents accused of stealing a high-end SUV earlier this month and leading police on a high-speed chase, prosecutors said.

The annual La Grange Restaurant Week runs from Feb. 27 to March 9 and features 22 restaurants.

From a stage musical to a Neil Simon comedy, to toys and kits for sale, to an internationally flavored restaurant week and Celtic melodies, fun awaits across the suburbs.

The Cary man charged with reckless homicide in the crash that killed decorated police officer Robert Fryc will remain in custody while his case is pending.

A 23-year-old Cary man is charged with reckless homicide in the crash that killed Glenview police officer Robert Fryc Sunday morning in Barrington.

A private investigator contracted by a Chicago law firm will handle the internal affairs investigation of a Will County sheriff’s lieutenant fatal shooting of a hostage taker.

A Barrington Hills village trustee and children's charity founder has been tapped as the new state senator for Illinois’ 26th Senate District.

Eclectic entertainment and attractions spice the Valentine's Day weekend across the suburbs.

An electronic sign outside a Palatine church has sparked controversy with its use of metaphorical immigration-related language.

Parts of northern Illinois could see 6 or more inches of snow Wednesday, the National Weather Service advised Monday as it issued a winter storm watch for areas across central, north-central and northeast Illinois, as well as parts of northwest Indiana.

Parts of northern Illinois could see 6 or more inches of snow Wednesday, the National Weather Service advised Monday as it issued a winter storm watch for areas across central, north-central and northeast Illinois, as well as parts of northwest Indiana.

Salon Hype, with locations in La Grange and Burr Ridge, has enhanced its menu of beauty services.

Suburban Democratic members of Congress significantly outspent their Republican rivals en route to victories in the November election – but one was the runaway leader when it came to shelling out campaign cash.

As Valentine's Day approaches, wooing guests will be an opportunity for dinner paired with musical artists, Second City comedy, Kittytine Cat Cafe, two movie series and a wine and cheese walk.

A woman may spend more than two months in prison after a Will County jury found her guilty of fatally stabbing a dog during a domestic disturbance in Crest Hill.

Palatine police said they found weapons and drugs, including fentanyl, in the possession of a 31-year-old Algonquin man during a traffic stop.

Indoor and outdoor winter pleasures await in DuPage and Cook counties, from multiple theater productions to the Downers Grove Ice Festival and a Chocolate Weekend at The Morton Arboretum.

State Rep. Martin McLaughlin says he's interested in filling the Illinois Senate seat being vacated by Sen. Dan McConchie, who has announced his plan to step down.

Nazareth Academy's Dance Team has once again qualified for state competition

Republican state Sen. Dan McConchie of Hawthorn Woods will resign effective Sunday, Feb. 2, after nearly nine years of service. Several Democrats are said to be eyeing his 26th District seat, which will be up for election next year.

The Illinois Supreme Court on Wednesday heard arguments in a case centered on whether a state law passed in 2023 violates the due process rights of Illinoisans outside Sangamon and Cook counties.

The annual Soup and Bread Event, which raises money for BEDS Plus organization, will be held Feb. 2 in Countryside

The clock is ticking for transit agencies facing a crater-sized budget hole, Metra Executive Director Jim Derwinski has warned.

An appellate court has vacated the vehicular hijacking and armed robbery convictions in a case that was touted by the Will County state’s attorney as an example of “effective prosecution” in contrast to Cook County. A new trial was ordered.

Amid a $770 million budget gap facing Metra, Pace and the CTA, and a proposal to merge the three into a supersized agency, Regional Transportation Authority leaders have issued their own transit rescue plan.

It may still have the city’s name in its title, but after 93 years, the Chicago Boat Show has dropped anchor in the suburbs. It runs through Sunday in Rosemont.

Nicor Gas, the state’s largest natural gas utility covering much of northern Illinois, is asking Illinois officials to approve a $309 million rate increase that, if approved, would raise a typical customer’s bill about $7.50 a month.

A Lockport woman was issued a citation for allegedly violating Scott’s law by crashing into the rear end of a parked Illinois State Police squad vehicle in Woodridge.

An inmate from an infirmary at Stateville Correctional Center in Crest Hill has died but the cause and manner of his death is not yet known.

A Huntley woman has died from injuries she sustained in a Christmas morning crash in Addison.