Four of the recipients are Joliet residents, according to the University of St. Francis.
All American Recycling collected more than $2,000 for the cause through cans that were donated by the community, officials said.
It can happen here -- Joliet West High School Band Director Kevin Carroll won a Golden Apple this year.
It didn't look like it was in the cards early on, but school supporters rallied the troops all afternoon and beat Downers Grove North.
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Donate a toy ($20 retail value or more) and get a free mini photo session at Alexander Photography.
"Is she warm enough? Is she too warm? Is she still breathing??" These are examples of the thoughts racing through the mind of a new parent.
Fifty turkey experts will answer questions on meal prep and turkey emergencies this holiday season.
It's not on the menu, but customers can give baristas a special recipe that will produce a drink similar to the beverage enjoyed by the fictional witches and wizards from the Harry Potter books.
Good reads and good people: Fighting bullies and cancer. Rescuing a beloved dog. Forgiving the men who robbed you. Losing the lottery and winning.
Four recipients were recognized by the Joliet university's nursing, arts & sciences, education and business schools; Candice Rosen was named alumna of the year.
Handmade earrings, bracelets, necklaces and other items made by Joliet Junior College metalsmithing students will be featured at the sale.
The nonperishable food donated through Nov. 24 will benefit Joliet's MorningStar Mission.
Donate a children's gift for Toys for Tots and have your photo taken with Kris Kringle in the Gatorade Victory Lane.
On Thursday, schools all over the world -- including Joliet -- will be taking part in the “World’s Largest Sport Stacking Event.”
All animals available for adoption cost only $35, are up to speed on vaccinations and have been spayed/neutered.
The annual daylong event will feature free movies, fireworks, children's activities and, of course, Santa.
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The ballet company will be performing the "Great Russian Nutcracker" at Rosemont Theatre on Dec. 8.
The certification is awarded based on a "building’s sustainable qualities, water efficiency, energy, atmosphere, materials and resources used, and indoor environmental qualities."
The $10 calendar features photos from the 2013 Men Who Cook competition and Jackson, the advocacy center's therapy dog.
Josh Jones was honored at a ceremony Saturday the Old State Capitol in Springfield.
Will County Assistant State's Attorney Frank Byers and Will County Sheriff's Deputy Steve Kirsch were recognized by the Alliance Against Intoxicated Motorists.
Justin Grammer, of Joliet, says his sister is his "hero" because she overcame her fear of swimming to become a Special Olympics aquatics gold medalist.
The Joliet-based university saluted employees who have been with the school anywhere from five to 35 years.
The amount collected was 150 pounds more than students gathered last year.
One student asked her to present legislation that would create one day a year when parents could only say "yes" to their children.
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Tour the "House that Jordan Built." The one he's auctioning, valued at $21 million.
Mom's rendition of "My Heart Can't Tell You No" creates a strong reaction in her 10-month-old baby.
Only Joliet Catholic, West and Central students are eligible to apply for the $1,000 checks to help fund college/university tuition.
Joliet City Council member Jan Quillman spoke to a group of students at River View Elementary School.
The Lifeline program provides people with a device that allows them to summon emergency medical help.
This 2-year-old domestic shorthair cat is available for adoption through Joliet Township Animal Control.
The seller is asking $799 for this old photo of the Irving Athletic Club baseball team, which was based in Joliet.
Local officials and area residents turned out Thursday to cut the ribbon on the state's first all-access playground, built in Joliet by United Cerebral Palsy of Illinois Prairieland.
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A football dream comes true for a high school senior in New York.