Tornado Recovery, Searches Continue 'To Be Absolutely Certain' No One Is Missing: Sheriff

Search crews will be in the area, going door-to-door to ensure all are safe and accounted for.

Multi-Agency Resource Center Opening For Aroma Park Residents Impacted By Tornado

The center will open Monday, March 16 at Aroma Park United Methodist Church.

Authorities ID Man Found Dead In Aroma Park Home After Tornado

The 65-year-old man was first discovered by employees of a service company who were working in the area, the Sheriff's Office said.

1 Found Dead Inside Aroma Park Home Damaged By Tornado: Sheriff

The person was found Thursday afternoon, the Kankakee County Sheriff's Office said.

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.

Will County Health Department Collecting Menstrual Hygiene Supplies In Drive

The drive runs now through March 31, with several drop-off spots in Will County.

Woman, 2 Dogs Safe After Attic Fire: Manhattan Fire Officials

The fire happened Monday afternoon in the 11600 block of Pauling Road.

Know Before You Go: 32nd Annual Manhattan Irish Fest Set To Paint Town Green

Manhattan's beloved Irish Fest returns for its 32nd year Friday, March 6 and Saturday, March 7 in downtown Manhattan.

Winning $3 Million Mega Millions Lottery Ticket Sold In Central Illinois

The ticket matched all five white ball numbers drawn on Tuesday, Feb. 24, but missed the Mega Ball.

4 Moms Linked By Child Loss To Lead Weekend Retreat For Others Like Them

'4 Loss Mamas Retreat' will be held May 1–3 at Baker Hill in Manhattan, giving mothers who have lost children a place to connect in comfort.

Community Asked To Rally For Family Of 'Bright, Loving Little Girl' Who Died After Crash, Brother Recovering

Ombre Mangram, 10, died days after a crash in Kankakee Co. Her brother survived. Their family is raising funds for her funeral, his care.

$850,000 Winning Lucky Day Lotto Ticket Sold At Downstate Gas Station

The ticket was sold at Casey's General Store in Washington, Illinois, Lottery officials said.

Rags Soaked In Cooking Oils Spontaneously Ignited In Midtown Bar & Grill Kitchen Fire: Investigators

Rags were stored in a way that allowed heat to build up as the oils oxidized, then igniting without external flame. Fire ruled accidental.

'She's Not Giving Up': Manhattan Asked To Rally Around Wife Of 'The Taco Man' Fighting Rare Infection

Angie Pantoja, whose husband's "The Taco Man" stand has surged in popularity, is fighting an aggressive infection, from the inside out.

Have You Seen A Good Deed In Manhattan? Share It With Patch!

Kindness takes many forms — big and small — and shows up all around Manhattan.

Manhattan Community Blood Drive Set For Jan. 29

Drive will take place at Village Hall, 260 Market Place, from 2 to 7 p.m. that day. Walk-ins welcome; appointments preferred.

Manhattan Rescue Farm Had A Year Unlike They Could Have Imagined, Founder Says

HHH Ranch Founder Christine Doran reflects on 2025, talks about farm's ongoing needs.

Retired IL Teacher Wins $250K On Lottery Ticket Bought By Mistake

The woman said she had meant to buy a $2 ticket, and bought the winning $20 iLottery ticket by mistake.

'Tragedy Forever Changed Their Lives': GoFundMe Supports Family Of Manhattan Woman Killed In Crash

Victoria Stanek, 32, died Saturday in a rollover crash. She and husband Nicholas have daughters ages 3 and 2 years old.

New COVID-19 Vaccine Available At Will County Health Department Locations

The vaccine is available at the Will County Health Department Immunization Clinic and at the Will County Community Health Center.

Manhattan Fire District, Community Rally Around Firefighter's Family After Toddler's Death

Paxton Ledvina, son of Manhattan firefighter Dylan Ledvina, died unexpectedly Dec. 8.

'Just The Beginning': Dangerous Downtown Manhattan Intersection To Become Three-Way Stop, Mayor Says

Manhattan Mayor Mike Adrieansen on Friday said IDOT has approved the implementation of a three-way stop at North and State streets.

Man Killed In Crash Was Father Of 5, Came To US Legally To 'Work Hard And Build A Better Future': Family

A Harvey man killed with three others in a crash Oct. 30 worked at a farm not far from the accident site. He leaves behind 5 children.

Part-Time Snowplow Drivers Needed In Manhattan: Village

The Village is hiring ahead of winter. Hours not guaranteed, but part-time drivers are placed on an on-call list.

Hundreds Turn Out 'Manhattan Strong' In Memory Of 2 Beloved Boys

Roughly 400 people filled the parking lot at Manhattan Junior High Thursday night, in honor of Danny Bayles and Chance Hunnicutt.

'Be There Now AND Be There Later': Ways To Help 2 Manhattan Families After Deaths Of Young Boys

The Manhattan community is rallying in support of two families grieving the loss of two boys.

'Pain Beyond Words': Community Rallies Support For Family Of Boy Killed In Downtown Manhattan

A GoFundMe has been started for the family of Chance Hunnicutt, 13, who was fatally struck by a semi in downtown Manhattan Monday.

'Our Children Deserve Safe Streets': Manhattan Mayor Addresses Community's Concerns After Boy's Death

Manhattan Mayor Mike Adrieansen said Village officials have been working to address safety and traffic concerns in town.

Manhattan Reels After Deaths Of 2 Young Boys, Town Rallies To Uplift Families

Manhattan residents, businesses and local officials are grieving the deaths of two young boys, and showing strength in unity.

Massive Field Fire Sends Ash Fluttering Through New Lenox, Manhattan Skies

The fire started in a Ford County bean field Sunday, jumping roads and consuming several fields. Crews from 40 departments fought it.

Brush Fire Consumes 40 Acres, Takes Crews Hours To Put Out: Beecher Fire

The fire started in tall grass before spreading into a wooded area nearby. It took 50 firefighters to battle the blaze Saturday.

Food Trucks, Fire Pits, Family Fun At Manhattan's Taste Of Fall 2025

Manhattan's 3rd annual Taste of Fall is set for Saturday, Oct. 4.

Manhattan's 'Scarecrows On Parade' Needs More Participants: Village

The Village provides the scarecrow frames for free, and you chip in the creativity.

'We Were All At Peace': Hundreds Attend Charlie Kirk Memorial Gathering In Manhattan

The memorial vigil was held Saturday in a parking lot in downtown Manhattan.

Memorial Gathering For Activist Charlie Kirk Planned In Manhattan Saturday

The gathering will be held Saturday evening in a parking lot on Wabash Street, behind Midtown Bar and Grill.

St. Joseph's Pints And Pork Challenge To Pit Breweries, BBQ Teams In Taste Battle

Pints and Pork is set for Saturday, Sept. 27 in the parking lot of St. Joseph School in Manhattan.

Free Fruits, Veggies For Will County Residents At Pop-Up Event In Monee

The drive-up event is set for Sept. 23 at New Hope Christian Community Church. First come, first served.

Forest Preserve District Gifted $100K, Monee Reservoir To Get New Shade Structure

The Monee Township preserve will also get a bicycle repair station. The funds come from a donation from Nature Foundation Of Will County.

First Human Case Of West Nile Virus Found In Will County: Health Department

The person diagnosed is in their 80s and began having symptoms in August. Mosquitos in 11 batches in Will Co. have tested positive for WNV.

'This Is My Purpose': Manteno Man's Mission Takes Him 30 Miles For Mental Health, Suicide Awareness

Jake Smith walked 30 miles in one day on Sept. 6, part of his ongoing effort to raise awareness of mental health and suicide.