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.

The Black Road Branch drive-thru window will open on Dec. 22 and the Joliet Public Library's downtown branch is fully open.

Take time for yourself during a mindful, naturalist-led hike, followed by warm beverages and views of the Des Plaines River.

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.

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.

Antoinette Walker, 54, of Lockport said her monthly rent is going up Jan. 1 – again – and will be at $1,450. She works two jobs, “and I’m still struggling,” she said. First of a three-part series examining housing affordability and access in Will County

Troy Township has scheduled two open houses in January to discuss the details of its proposed March referendum which would provide a single waste hauling service contract for unincorporated residents.

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.

Limited edition 2025 Shorewood Holiday Market mugs will be available for purchase.

S&T Too Pizza will host a grand opening Friday, Saturday and Sunday to celebrate its new Shorewood location.

The store is owned by Shorewood couple Stephanie and Evan Ott and is in the space that formerly housed Happenstance Goods.

With a winter storm forecast for the Joliet area beginning early Saturday morning, here is a reminder of parking regulations that go into effect during major snowfalls

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,

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.

The ribbon cutting took place from 4 to 4:30 p.m. at Trinity Christian School, 901 Shorewood Drive, where the Shorewood campus of The Village meets.

The mother and daughter were last seen on Oct. 28 in the 400 block of Francis Street, according to a statement from the Joliet Police Department.

Reform Pilates Studio specializes in small group Pilates classes.

In addition to the many food banks and food pantries throughout Will County, various agencies and organizations are holding their own food drives and distributions to help fight hunger.

Already crowded races for a pair of largely suburban Congressional seats got even more packed, and four representatives find themselves facing challenges within their own party, as candidate filing for the 2026 primary election wrapped up Monday.

Nearly two million Illinois residents rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program to provide basic nutrition for themselves and their families

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.

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

A warm breakfast will be provided for attendees. Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs Assistant Director Anthony Vaughn will be the headline speaker.

The Will County lawsuit alleged the Diocese of Joliet violated their own whistleblower and anti-retaliation policy against a woman who claims she was sexually assaulted by a priest.

Owner Sarah Delaney has more than nine years of experience in 3,500 treatments and more than five years of seasoned microblading coaching and consulting.

The road projects are scheduled to take place over five years, beginning in 2026 or 2027 in Crest Hill, Joliet, Oswego, Plainfield, and Romeoville.

Troy Township and the Shorewood Police Department have announced a drive-thru shredding and medication disposal event. This free event is open to all Troy Township residents.

One is for Business Name : Kafe de Kasa at 707 W. Jefferson St. Unit I , in Shorewood, a quick service coffee and pastry shop.

The seminar is hosted by Troy Township and the Illinois Department on Aging Senior Health Insurance Program. Registration is required.

A woman charged with a shooting in Shorewood that damaged two homes, including one belonging to a state senator, faces a new charge of attempting to disarm a courtroom deputy.

The Will County Sheriff’s Office is refusing to release police reports regarding an investigation of theft at a nonprofit organization despite a request their disclosure by the Illinois Attorney General’s Office.

A suspect is in custody in Shorewood after two homes were struck by gunfire Tuesday morning, including the residence of State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel.

Shorewood Police were called to the scenes of shootings early Tuesday morning which left two homes damaged, but did not result in any injuries.

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.

The Will County Sheriff’s Office improperly denied a request seeking records of an investigation that led to a theft charge against the former chief executive of Big Brothers Big Sisters, according to the Illinois Attorney General’s Office.

On Friday morning, the parent and sibling of a student at Troy Community Consolidated School District 30-C attempted to address a student issue on their own by boarding a Troy school bus.

Shorewood resident Kim Whisenhunt founded Blue Heron Bagels in October – with her own funds — to give back.

A group of Shorewood Seniors rally on River Rd. for a 'Workers Over Billionaires' Labor Day protest, part of a coordinated day of protests across the country on Monday, Sept. 1.

The Timbers of Shorewood recently celebrated 20-year work anniversary of its transportation coordinator Diane Pfoser

Raymond D. Martinez, 33, was arrested after leading police on a chase in a stolen vehicle, crashing into another car and briefly prompting nearby schools to go on lockdown, according to Joliet police.

The free event will be held at the Urban Kitchen in Crest Hill. Coffee will be provided.

A new Illinois law will allow victims of trafficking or exploitation as minors more time to bring forth charges.

The Will County coffee scene is varied as it is plentiful. Many venues offer a wide variety of other beverages, full meals and a full calendar of entertainment.

A Will County judge decided not to dismiss an Elwood murder case after finding there was no bad faith on the part of prosecutors regarding a detective’s missing field notes.

Troy Community Consolidated School District 30-C has hired three new administrators for the 2025-2026 school year, including a new principal for Troy Cronin Elementary School.

The City of Lockport became the latest city to approve a local grocery tax replacing a 1% state tax which will expire at the end of the year.

The Forest Preserve District of Will County is holding the River Paddle Adventure on the afternoon of Friday, Aug. 22, at Hammel Woods in Shorewood.

A Will County judge determined prosecutors did not violate disclosure rules in a case where a Lockport man is charged with meeting someone thought was a teen girl for sex. 

The funding amounts received by these Will County school districts is based on factors including enrollment, poverty rate, number of special education and English-language learner students.