Phone Scam Targets Families Of High School Students, Solicits Money For College Exam Prep: Sheriff

The Kankakee County Sheriff warned of the new scam, saying the callers use students' personal information to seem more legit.

Brutal Slayings Of Momence Burger King Employees Still Unsolved, State Police Ask For Public's Help

There are still no answers in the 2007 fatal stabbings of two employees at the Momence Burger King. State police aren't giving up.

'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.

3 Dogs Trapped, Killed In Peotone House Fire: Manhattan Fire

The fire happened Monday at the 400 block of W. Corning Avenue in Peotone, officials said.

Freebyrd - Concert on Museum's Outdoor Rooftop

FREEBYRD tribute to Lynyrd Skynyrd on the Outdoor Rooftop - Friday, Sept. 26th at the Joliet Area Historical Museum!

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.

Manhattan's St. Joseph Celebrates 100 Years With Student Fun, Mass, Dinner & Dancing

Kids were treated to fun Monday—even dunking Fr. Mike—as school and parish leaders look to honor how far St. Joe's has come.

Coroner IDs Body Pulled From Kankakee River In June

The man's body was pulled from the Kankakee River on June 13. Authorities asked the public for help identifying him.

50 Homes Participating In Manhattan's Community-wide Garage Sale

The sale is set for Friday, Sept. 12 and Saturday, Sept. 13, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sales held rain or shine.

'Our Strategy Is Working': Overdose Deaths Drop, Will Co. Adds 10 More Narcan Distribution Boxes

The Will County Health Department has added 10 more Naloxone red boxes, saying making it more available has helped decrease overdose deaths.

Outdoor Rooftop Concert featuring The Throwbacks

The Throwbacks perform live on the Joliet Area Historical Museum's Outdoor Rooftop venue on Friday September 12th at 7pm

Outdoor Rooftop Concert featuring Sugar Lime Blue

SUGAR LIME BLUE performs live on the Joliet Area Historical Museum's Outdoor Rooftop venue on Friday August 29th at 7pm

Man Wanted In Harley Motorcycle Tipping Outside Manhattan Bar Turns Himself In: PD

Alex Pullara, of Elwood, was charged Sunday in connection with the bike tipping incident outside Fritz's Saloon.

Arrest Warrant Issued For Accused Harley Motorcycle 'Tipper' At Manhattan Bar: Police

Police had hoped the Elwood man would turn himself in. He hadn't as of Aug. 19.

Frankfort Man, 70, Killed In County Line Road Crash: Coroner

The crash happened Friday, Aug. 8. The coroner released the man's name Friday.

Man, 23, Set Fire To Mobile Home With Pregnant Woman, Toddler Son Inside: Sheriff

Police say the woman inside the home was pregnant with the Manteno man's child.

Registration Open Now For Manhattan's Next Village-wide Garage Sale

The sale is set for Friday, Sept. 12 and Saturday, Sept. 13.

Festival Blends Nature And Creativity At Plum Creek

Celebrate nature and creativity at the Festival of Arts Through Nature on Aug. 23. The event will feature art, music, yoga and more.

Sugar Lime Blue - Concert on the Outdoor Rooftop

SUGAR LIME BLUE performs live on the Joliet Area Historical Museum's Outdoor Rooftop venue on Friday August 29th at 7pm (doors open 6:15pm)

1 Dead, 2 Injured In County Line Road Crash: State Police

The crash happened at 7:30 a.m. Friday, authorities said.

Indiana Woman, 70, Killed In Crash With Semi: Will County Coroner

The crash happened Tuesday morning on Wilmington-Peotone Road near Elevator Road, in Peotone Township.

'Pride, Reflection And Vision': Manhattan Fire Protection District Breaks Ground On New Station 81

The groundbreaking ceremony on the 21,639 sq. ft. facility was held Thursday, July 31.

Driver Pulled From Semi Hauling Leaking Propane Tank: Manhattan Fire

The incident has closed another portion of Wilmington-Peotone Road Tuesday afternoon.

1 Killed In Crash With Semi, Car On Wilmington-Peotone Road: Fire Chief

The crash closed a portion of the road for several hours.

Manhattan Community Blood Drive Set For July 31, Appointments Still Available

The blood drive will be held at Village Hall Thursday, July 31 from 2 to 7 p.m.

Classical Blast! - Concert on the Outdoor Rooftop

Classical Blast performs live on the Joliet Area Historical Museum's Outdoor Rooftop venue on Thursday August 7th at 7pm (doors open 6:15pm)

Local Eats, Fresh Flowers Star In The Wildflower Farm's First 'Food Truck Fest'

The u-pick flower farm in Monee will host its first 'Food Truck Night' on Saturday, Aug. 2.

Missing Bourbonnais Man, 19, Found Safe: Police

The man was last seen July 17 and was believed to be in the Joliet area July 18, police said. He was found July 21.

‘Surreal’ Moment As Manhattan Wrestler Wins Gold For Team USA

After back-to-back state titles, Will Denny defeated wrestlers from around the world at the Pan-American Wrestling Championship in Peru.

Man, 79, Injured In Rollover, Crash Under Investigation: Will Co. Sheriff

The single-vehicle crash happened Thursday evening on Schoolhouse Road near Baker Road, the Will County Sheriff's Office said Friday.

The Red Roses - Outdoor Rooftop Concert - UPDATE - Postponed with new date TBA

The Red Roses band performs live on the Joliet Area Historical Museum's Outdoor Rooftop venue on Thursday, July 24th at 7pm!

Manhattan's Coffee Shop, With A Twist: Peaceful Grounds To Unveil 'The Manhattan Speakeasy'

The owners of Manhattan's popular Peaceful Grounds Coffee have added a little something for its customers—whiskey, wine and vibes.

'It Was A Dream': Manhattan's Dr. Scott Dog Park Opens To Eager Pups, Owners

Manhattan celebrated the official opening and ribbon cutting for Dr. Scott Dog Park on Monday, July 14.

Vendors Wanted For Aug. 23 Art Festival At Plum Creek Nature Center

Show off your nature-themed art creations at the Forest Preserve's Festival of Arts Through Nature; all items must be handmade.

Stolen Gun, $16K In Cash Seized In I-57 Traffic Stop: Will Co. Sheriff

A Wisconsin man and felon faces felony charges after being found with illegal guns in an I-57 traffic stop near Wilmington-Peotone Road.