Urgent! Hours Left To Save These Ponies From Slaughter

Ponies are being sent to slaughter if we can't raise $2,200 today!

Slovenian Grape Harvest Festival

Sunday, October 1st from 1pm to 9pm

Manhattan's Pints And Pork Teams To Pit Brews, BBQ In Taste Battle

Pints and Pork is set for Saturday, Sept. 30 in the parking lot of St. Joseph School in Manhattan.

Manhattan Man Airlifted, Charged With DUI After Crash: Sheriff

A 51-year-old Manhattan man faces several charges after apparently losing control of his truck early Sunday in Manhattan Township.

4 Crashes A Year In Last 5: IDOT To Study US 52, Baker Intersection

The department will also update signage in the interim, in hopes of preventing additional crashes at the Manhattan intersection.

Manhattan's Retired Police Chief Back On The Job

Jeff Wold was rehired and sworn in Tuesday, Sept. 19.

No Signs Of Foul Play In Missing Mokena Man's Death: Manhattan PD

An autopsy on Robert "Robbie" Hollingsworth showed no signs of foul play. Toxicology results are still pending.

Manhattan's Retired Police Chief Seeks Return To Role

Jeff Wold will be recommended for reappointment to the role of police chief at the Manhattan Village Board Sept. 19 meeting.

Rupert The Wallaby Home In Monee After 'He Had His Adventure'

Rupert is back home after being missing for several days before tips finally helped owner Josie Hange track him to a neighbor's garage.

Family Confirms Body Pulled From Pond Is Missing Mokena Man

A man's body pulled from a retention pond in Manhattan Sunday is that of a missing Mokena man, family said Sunday night.

After 2 Drone Searches, Still No Sign Of Missing Mokena Man: Police

Robert Hollingsworth, 28, is believed to be endangered and has not been since since 2 a.m. Wednesday since he fled a car crash in Manhattan.

Search Planned For Mokena Man Missing After Fleeing Crash

A search for Robert Hollingsworth will start Thursday at 3:30 p.m. at Berkot's in Manhattan.

'He's Still A Baby,' Missing Wallaby's Owner Says

Don't chase or try to catch "Rupert" the wallaby, the owner warns. He's been missing for two days from his home in Monee.

Mokena Man Missing, Endangered After Fleeing Crash: Manhattan PD

A man is missing after fleeing the scene of a crash on Rte 52 in the early morning hours Wednesday. He could be in mental health crisis.

Rescue Squad Trains To Be The Best With Worst-Case Scenarios

A group of firefighters specially trained for complex rescues put their skills to the test in simulated rescues from tornado-damaged homes.

Sixty Houses On The Map For Manhattan Community-wide Garage Sale

The sale will be held rain or shine, Sept. 8–9.

Man, 61, Fatally Struck By Car: Peotone Police

The man was struck on Route 50 and Corning Avenue Wednesday night.

Obituary - Louise D. Nelson

1953-2023

Halloween 101: How To Avoid Becoming The Haunted House Of Manhattan

Taking care of your home can be scary! Tackle those household demons with professional help this fall.

18 Years For Child Porn | Suspects Flee With No Car | Shots Fired

PLUS: Man, 61, dies in crash | FEMA opens relief center | Cop claims discrimination by chief | Domestic violence sessions after murder

It's McHappenins: Manhattan McDonald's Debuts To the Public

The Freihage family and Village officials cut the ribbon to celebrate the grand opening of Manhattan's McDonald's.

Man Stalks, Stabs Woman | Carjacking At Gunpoint | Teens Run Away

PLUS: Armed robber hits Subway store | Attempted murder charges in shooting | Biz owner, Village at odds over closing | Boutique owner dies

Preschool's 'Ms. Jenn' Enthusiastic, Patient And Makes Learning Fun

Nominated for the Teacher Spotlight, Ms. Jenn really seeks connection with students, and works to make preschool inspirational.

Sugar Lime Blue band plays the Outdoor Rooftop

Live Music Friday, Sept. 1st on the Museum's Outdoor Rooftop featuring SUGAR LIME BLUE band at 7pm!

Beloved, Terminally Ill Manhattan Boy Named Honorary Firefighter

Brendan Burns, 4, has bravely faced a battle with neuroblastoma since 2021. Now he's officially named among others dubbed The Bravest.

Teacher Fired Over Social Media | Man, 36, Dies In Crash | $3.2M Scam

PLUS: Village buys bar name, will tear down & rebuild | Expert tapped to lead land cleanup | Hairstylist needs help | Gaelic Park Irish Fest

Manhattan's Labor Day Party Back At Round Barn Farm For 3rd Year

The family-friendly party with something for everyone is set for Sunday, Sept. 3 at the Round Barn Farm Park in Manhattan.

Man Bites, Kicks Cops | DUI In Fatal Crash | Target Robbed At Gunpoint

PLUS: 30 yrs for armed robberies, abductions | Man shot in tussle with PD over gun | Kids' café to benefit teacher | Family wants justice

Arrowhead Ales, Manhattan Leaders Brew Up Something Special

Set to debut Labor Day weekend, American Pale Ale 'Manhoppenins' is a tribute to the small town and its buzzing social media page.

Great Moments In Vinyl band plays Stevie Ray Vaughan on the Rooftop

GMIV plays tribute to Stevie Ray Vaughan on the JAHM Rooftop Concert venue Friday, August 18th at 7pm

5 Nonprofits To Get Behind In The Manhattan Area

Find a nonprofit in the Manhattan area that could use your help or support.

Eastern Avenue Extension Work Begins: Manhattan Mayor

The reopening of the road provides an important link to and from Manhattan, Mayor Mike Adrieansen said. The project should take 2 months.

Manhattan Rallies Behind Beloved 4-Year-Old Boy, Now Terminally Ill

The community of Manhattan is coming together for a boy in a battle with neuroblastoma, whose cancer has recently returned.

Fly-Fishing Exhibition Showcases Rods, Reels, Flies, Photos From 1800s

The exhibition opens Aug. 8 at the Forest Preserve District of Will County's Monee Reservoir; fly-fishing programs also will be offered.

'Let's Fight This': Lifelong Manhattan Woman In Breast Cancer Battle

Michelle Onofre will have a double mastectomy and reconstructive surgery to fight breast cancer. She'll face weeks of recovery time.

Manhattan Officials Continue Work On Vision To Redevelop Downtown

Manhattan officials continue discussions around revitalizing and redeveloping the village's downtown.

Glenn E. Fritz Obituary

Lifelong Manhattan Farmer

Manhattan School District 114 Hiring Teachers, Coaches

Manhattan District 114 is hiring for several positions for the 2023-2024 school year.

Coroner IDs Woman Fatally Hit By Vehicle In Will County

The 27-year-old woman died after being struck by a car while on foot on LaGrange Road in Peotone Friday night.

Will County Sheriff Warns Of Missed Jury Duty Warrant Scam

A phone scam involves a call warning citizens that they've missed jury duty and have a warrant out for their arrest.