Services Set For Beloved Family Members Killed In Crete Township Slayings

Visitation has been set for Jacob Lambert, Stacy Forde and Patrick Forde.

Dorothy Dill 60’s Plus Reunion

Bloom’s Drama Department Highlighted

3 Shot, 1 Dead At Family Party In Will County: Sheriff

Police received several 911 calls around 1 a.m. Sunday reporting a large fight.

Triple Murder Defendant Shot Her Kids' Father During Massage, Considered Killing Her Own Parents: Prosecutor

Officials say she told her dad she wanted to kill her on-off boyfriend and had once wanted to jump out a window with her 2 small children.

Al Spears & The Hurricane Project and Downtown Charlie Brown - Concert

Two great blues bands will be featured at the Joliet Area Historical Museum's Indoor Theater on Friday, April 17th at 7pm!

Chicago Heights Family Desperate To Find Son Missing Nearly 3 Weeks

Chance Anderson-Barnes, 14, may have been coerced by his biological siblings to leave his Chicago Heights home, his family believes.

'Unimaginable Tragedy': Fundraiser Supports Family Of 3 Girls Killed In Crete House Fire

Proceeds from the GoFundMe will help with funeral and memorial costs for the three girls, the organizer said.

Missing Chicago Heights Woman Found Safe: Sheriff

The woman had last been seen March 24, the Cook County Sheriff's Office said.

Indiana Woman Charged In Triple Slaying Now In Will County Custody

Jenna Strouble, 30, was booked into the Will County facility Friday morning, records show.

Diane Kostovski to Lead Chicago Heights School District 170’s Highland Pre-K Program

Diane Kostovski dirigirá el programa de preescolar Highland del Distrito Escolar 170 de Chicago Heights

Suspect In Will Co. Slayings Was Involuntarily Committed After Previous Domestic Battery Call: Sheriff

The Will County Sheriff's Office said they were called to the Crete Township home in January 2025 for a domestic battery incident.

Grandfather, 3 Granddaughters Killed In Crete House Fire: Coroner

Two elementary students and a high schooler died, school officials said. A 71-year-old man was also killed.

CHSD170’s Wilson School Hosts a Winter Wonderland Fashion Show

La escuela Wilson del CHSD170 organiza un desfile de moda «Winter Wonderland»

Woman, 30, Charged In Crete Township Triple Slaying: Sheriff

Suspect Jenna Strouble had an on/off relationship with victim Jacob Lambert, police said. They share two children, ages 3 and 4.

Victims ID'd In Will County Triple Homicide: Coroner

Three people found slain at a Crete Township home early Monday have been identified by the Will County Coroner.

Man, His Parents Slain, Indiana Woman In Custody: Will County Sheriff

Charges are pending against a 30-year-old Indiana woman in what officials are calling a domestic violence incident.

Suburban Accountant Gets 10 Years In Federal Prison For $14M COVID-Relief Fraud: U.S. Attorney

The Crete man funneled hundreds of thousands of dollars in proceeds from the U.S. to financial institutions in the Palestinian Territories.

CHSD170’s CHMS 8th-grade Boys Volleyball Squad Are SSJHSC Champions

El equipo masculino de voleibol de 8.º curso de la CHMS (CHSD170) se proclama campeón de la SSJHSC

Donna Miller Wins 2nd Congressional District Primary: AP

U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly's bid for Dick Durbin's seat opened her spot up for a contentious 10-candidate Democratic primary.

Illinois' 2nd Congressional District Race: Primary Election 2026

Rep. Robin Kelly is giving up her seat to pursue the one vacated by Dick Durbin. Ten Democratic candidates are vying for her spot.

Rhythms of the Past: An African American Musical Journey, Is Coming to Olympia Fields

An inspiring afternoon celebrating Black American music.

CHSD170’s Wilson School Celebrates Black History Month’s 100th Anniversary

La Escuela Wilson del CHSD170 celebra el centenario del Mes de la Historia Afroamericana

Sidney Moore: Illinois 2nd Congressional District Democratic Primary Candidate

Ten candidates are vying for a chance at U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly's spot in the 2nd Congressional District. Meet candidate Sidney Moore.

Willie Preston: Illinois 2nd Congressional District Democratic Primary Candidate

Ten candidates are vying for a chance at U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly's spot in the 2nd Congressional District. Meet candidate Willie Preston.

10 Vie For Rep. Kelly's Seat In 2nd Congressional District Democratic Primary

Rep. Robin Kelly is forgoing her seat to pursue the one vacated by Dick Durbin. Ten are seeking to take her spot.

'Maple Syrup Magic' Sweetens The Pot With New Activities On March 14

The Forest Preserve District event will take place from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Plum Creek Nature Center.

Olympia Fields United Women In Faith to Host Women's History Month Luncheon & Celebration

The Olympia Fields United Women in Faith group is preparing to host a special Women's History Month luncheon and celebration on March 21st.

CHSD170’s Washington-McKinley School Celebrates Black History

La escuela Washington-McKinley del CHSD170 celebra la historia afroamericana

Chicago Heights Man, 37, Found With Illegal Gun During Traffic Stop: Sheriff

The man was found with the gun during a traffic stop in Chicago Heights Feb. 26, the Cook County Sheriff's Office said.

Chicago Heights School District 170 Chess Team Earns Recognition at the District & State Levels

El equipo de ajedrez del Distrito Escolar 170 de Chicago Heights obtiene reconocimiento a nivel distrital y estatal

Blake Morris Wins Matteson School District 162 Spelling Bee

Sixth Grader Advances to South Cook Spelling Bee on March 5

Chicago Man Posed Teen Girl Naked, Sex Trafficked Her At Lansing Motel: U.S. Attorney

A federal jury convicted a 40-year-old Chicago man on sex trafficking charges this week, the U.S. Attorney's Office said.

Chicago Heights School District 170 Musicians Earn Recognition at the Recent IGSMA Solo Contest

Los músicos del Distrito Escolar 170 de Chicago Heights obtienen reconocimiento en el reciente concurso de solistas de la IGSMA

More Than 500 Students From Five Districts Unite for 2026 Black History Showcase

South suburban districts take the stage at GSU for a powerful evening honoring Black history, culture and unity

Freight Train Derailment Reported In Harvey, Illinois

A CSX spokesperson said around 4:215 a.m., 17 train cars derailed near 140th and Spaulding Avenue.

Dr. Larry McClellan to Speak on "Freedom Seekers and the Underground Railroad South of Chicago"

Park Forest Historical Society presents Sunday, February 22, 2:30 p.m. at 350 Victory Drive, Park Forest, IL

CHSD170 Announces Procedures for Enrolling in the District's Early Childhood Program

El CHSD170 anuncia los procedimientos para inscribirse en su programa de educación infantil

Chicago Heights Woman & Tax Preparer Filed More Than 2 Dozen Fraudulent Tax Returns: U.S. Atty

The woman filed the returns from 2020-2024 while working at her business Hall Tax & Services Corp., of Flossmoor.

Chicago Man Gets 28 Years For Violent Sex Trafficking, Kidnapping Of Young Girls: U.S. Attorney

The man ran his sex trafficking operation out of a Chicago residence and motels in Lansing in 2022 and 2023.

CHSD 170 Students Excel at Annual District Spelling Bee

Los alumnos del CHSD 170 destacan en el concurso anual de ortografía del distrito