E-Bikes, E-Scooters In Plainfield: What To Know As New School Year Starts

E-bikes and e-scooters are permitted in Plainfield, but there are regulations in place.

Plainfield Woman, 24, Killed In Big Rock Crash: Coroner

The woman was the driver of one of the two cars involved in the crash, officials said.

Escaped Horse Crashes Into Car In Unincorporated Will County: Sheriff

The car was damaged on one side, but the horse seemed to be unharmed, its owner told deputies.

Plainfield Police, CN Railway Crossing Enforcement Yields 35 Tickets

The Plainfield Police Department joined forces with Canadian National Railway Police to monitor and enforce vehicles stopping on tracks.

DUI Driver Switches Seats With Passenger In Plainfield Traffic Stop: Police

The woman was driving — and speeding — with a blood alcohol concentration over the legal limit of 0.08, Plainfield police said.

Woman Fires Gun At Ex After He Throws Bricks Through Window: Plainfield Police

The woman fired the gun, fearing for her safety during a domestic disturbance, Plainfield police said.

3-Week Labor Day Traffic Enforcement Coming Up In Plainfield

Plainfield police will join more than 200 law enforcement agencies statewide in the campaign enforcing seat belt usage.

What To Know About Flock License Plate Cameras In Plainfield

Flock says it has deployed about 120,000 cameras across 49 states, including Illinois.

Street Signs Installed To Help Floaters On DuPage River In Plainfield

First responders noticed an increase in emergency calls from people on the river not being able to identify their location, officials said.

Plainfield Armored Truck Challenge To Raise Money For Special Olympics

The challenge: Which team of five can pull the 38,000-pound truck 75 feet the fastest?

Man, 18, Accused Of Shooting Boy, 16, In Downtown Plainfield: Police

Plainfield police believe the armed robbery was targeted. He was caught at the Amazon warehouse in Channahon.

APD Releases Video In Pedestrian Hit-And-Run Investigation

Aurora police turned to the community for help identifying the car that was responsible for hitting a pedestrian in June, then fleeing.

55-Gallon Drum Of Sulfuric Acid Spills, Gets Cleaned Up In Plainfield: Fire Department

The drum carrying hazardous materials was punctured by a forklift as it was being removed from a truck, first responders said.

Man Pepper-Sprays Relative, Then Disarms Police During Arrest: Sheriff

As deputies were handcuffing the 26-year-old, he reached back and grabbed a Taser out of one deputy's holster, officials said.

Boy, 16, Shot On Main Street In Plainfield: Police

Investigators believe the shooting to have been targeted, according to police officials.

Police Respond To 'Active Incident' Near Downtown Plainfield

Residents nearby reported getting shelter-in-place alerts.

Family Speaks Out About Dalewayne Turner As Wife, Half-Brother Face Charges For His Dismemberment

"Dalewayne's sense of humor and kindness made him a beloved friend to many, and he always went out of his way to help others," they said.

Plainfield-Area Man Charged With Murder In Fatal Chicago Shooting: CPD

Police said the man shot and killed a 31-year-old man on Chicago's West Side earlier this month.

Dismemberment Case Isn't First Slaying To Rock Plainfield-Area Man's Family

Years before Dalewayne Turner died, his mother was killed by her husband. Now his half-brother and wife face charges tied to his death.

Detention Hearing Delayed For Wife, Half-Brother Charged In Dismemberment Of Plainfield-Area Man: Prosecutors

No murder charges have yet been filed in the case, but prosecutors believe Dalewayne Turner was stabbed to death, dismembered at his home.

'Chest Freezer,' Chloroform: Wife's Search History Before, After Plainfield-Area Man Was Killed, Dismembered

Weeks before Dalewayne Turner's remains were found, his wife began searching these questions and phrases on Google, prosecutors said.

Plainfield Police 4th Of July Enforcement Yields 36 Tickets

Police also made three arrests during the three-week-long "Click It or Ticket" campaign, officials said.

'I Killed Dale, He Is In The Freezer': Prosecutors Say Brother Confessed In Killing, Dismemberment

Prosecutors say Dalewayne Turner's wife bought a freezer at Best Buy to store his body parts after he was stabbed to death.

More Body Parts Found In Lake, 2 Arrested In Plainfield Man's Dismemberment

The pair is also charged with concealing a homicide after searches of the lake turned up additional body parts, state police said.

Plainfield Pizzeria Manager Stole Over $100K Through 'Ghost Employees,' Cash Skimming: Police

The owner of the Plainfield pizzeria has brought the accusations against a longtime business manager.

Criminal Investigation Happening On Ruth Fitzgerald Drive: State Police

Police declined to release additional information "to protect the integrity of this open and ongoing investigation."

Remains Found In Lake Belong To Plainfield Man, 38: State Police

Boaters discovered part of a human arm while on Lake Mattoon in central Illinois this weekend, police said.

Intoxicated Plainfield Man Threatens To Shoot Staff At McBride's Pub: Joliet PD

The man threatened to physically harm and shoot security staff at McBride's Pub in Plainfield, officials said.

Semi Overturns After Underage DUI Driver Blows Red Light: Plainfield Police

The semi overturned and took down a string of temporary traffic signals at the intersection of Route 59 and 119th Street, police said.

Plainfield Police Launch 3-Week Enforcement Campaign For 4th Of July

Officers will be on the lookout for impaired and unbuckled drivers during the three-week campaign.

Route 59 Water Leak Causes Low Water Pressure For These Plainfield Subdivisions

The village issued a boil order Thursday morning out of an abundance of caution.

'Suspicious' Fire Breaks Out At Plainfield Car Wash, Cat Rescued: FD

Fire officials estimated the damage to the building totaled about $200,000.

Cadillac Overturns After 4-Car Pileup At Route 59, Lockport Street: Plainfield Police

The crash in downtown Plainfield resulted from a driver improperly using a lane, Plainfield police said.

Child Sexual Abuse Images Found On Plainfield Man's Electronic Devices: Sheriff

The 25-year-old man was charged with 7 counts of possession of child sexual abuse material, the Will County Sheriff's Office said.

Trash Compactor Catches Fire In Unincorporated Plainfield: Oswego FD

A report of an explosion brought Oswego firefighters out to a Groot plant Tuesday in unincorporated Plainfield, officials said.

Toddler Escapes Plainfield House During Nap, Launching Multi-Jurisdiction Search For Family: PD

Plainfield police found the boy walking alone Tuesday afternoon in the 16700 block of Hazelwood Drive.

Bird Found At Target Reunited With Family: Plainfield Police

The bird was separated from its family for two months, Plainfield police said.

One Person Escaped As Flames Spread Into The Attic Of This House Near Plainfield

The home's occupant was treated for smoke inhalation at the scene, authorities said.

Man Left 'Suspicious' Tubes Containing Child Porn At Plainfield Businesses: Cops

The "suspicious gold-colored tubes" were found at two separate businesses, according to police.

Memorial Day Enforcement Yields 44 Tickets: Plainfield Police

Officers issued the citations — and made two arrests — during the two-week campaign encompassing Memorial Day.

2nd Public Indecency Charge For Man, 25, Who Visited Shorewood

Shorewood police investigated the June 6 incident at the Home Goods that led to more lewd conduct charges for the Bolingbrook man

Hostage Situation, Bomb Threat As Relative Breaks Into Home: Cops

Police say a man broke into relatives' home in Bolingbrook early Tuesday morning and claimed to have an explosive device.