Driver Blows Through Red Light, Strikes Car: Plainfield Police

One person was hospitalized after the crash at Lockport Street and Steiner Road.

Plainfield Teen Fatally Shot After Going To Party In Chicago: Reports

The next day, a man walking his dog found the teen lying unresponsive in the backyard of a home​ and called police, according to a report.

Plainfield Man Pleads Guilty To Attempted Solicitation To Meet A Child

He was arrested in December 2024 as part of a human trafficking investigation in Yorkville.

'Accidental' Fire Causes $50K In Damage To Plainfield Townhome: FD

The fire started in the utility room of a townhouse, officials said.

Arrest Made In Murder Of Beloved Plainfield Boater 'Captain Bill'

Known as "Mayor of the dock," the 63-year-old's death was ruled a homicide after he was struck and fell into the lake, police said.

SOS Signals From 100-Year-Old Plainfield House? Sheriff Finds It's The Solar Panels

The two-story house at 25725 W. 143rd St. went viral on TikTok after some believed flashing lights were transmitting SOS in Morse Code.

Grease Fire Causes $100K In Damage To HopScotch & Vine: Restaurant

Nearing its 14th anniversary, the restaurant will remain closed as "we try to clean up and get ready to invite everyone back in."

Fire Starts In Kitchen At HopScotch & Vine: Plainfield Police

The fire and smoke caused an estimated $100,000 in damage to the downtown Plainfield restaurant, fire investigators said.

Tischler's Manager Swindled Business Out Of $92,000: Plainfield Police

The owner of the grocery store on South Route 59 found about 847 voided cash transactions totaling more than $90,000, police said.

Romeoville Driver Strikes 2 Cars In Attempt To Avoid Crash On Renwick Road: Plainfield Police

Two drivers were hospitalized for non-life-threatening injuries, while the third was uninjured, Plainfield police said.

'A Screwed-Up High School Reunion': Plainfield Victim Of Snapchat Sex Hack Scheme Speaks Out

An Oswego man facing federal charges is accused of hacking more than 500 women's Snapchat accounts and stealing their nude photographs.

Construction Worker Hit By Swerving Car On Ridge Road: Plainfield Police

The person who was flagging traffic around a construction site was hospitalized "due to the severity of their injuries," police said.

Crash Shuts Down Ridge Road In Plainfield: PD

Plainfield police and firefighters were called to the crash Tuesday morning that led to a road closure.

Plainfield Convicted Felon Caught Driving With Loaded Gun Denied Pre-Trial Release: Berlin

Deion Kidd, 30, was denied his pre-trial release amid multiple felony and misdemeanor charges stemming from a traffic stop in Naperville.

Driver Killed In Crash Near County Line Road, Route 126: Plainfield FD

The driver was the only person in the car, which was heavily damaged in the collision, Plainfield fire officials said.

IL Man Charged In Large-Scale Snapchat Hacking Investigation

The defendant reportedly stole nude images of hundreds of women after gaining access to their accounts.

Plainfield Police Reveal Number Of Citations Issued During Christmas, NYE Enforcement

Over the course of about three weeks, Plainfield police focused on ensuring drivers were properly buckled.

Man Driving Drunk Veers Off Road With Kids In Car, Spits On Cop: Plainfield PD

Following the New Year's Eve crash, officers learned the 40-year-old Joliet man's license was suspended due to a prior DUI conviction.

Plainfield Police Warn Of Scammers Trying To Collect Traffic Fines Over Text Message

Law enforcement agencies and the Illinois Department of Transportation do not collect fines through text message, Plainfield police warned.

Shotgun Found After Barricaded Person Prompts Shelter-In-Place Order: Plainfield Police

Plainfield police said no charges were filed in connection with the incident Sunday evening in the 25400 block of West Bower Court.

Candle Lit During Power Outage Causes House Fire: Plainfield FD

The house was deemed uninhabitable after the fire that started during a power outage Thursday night, officials said.

Plainfield Police Will Be 'Out In Full Force' For Final Traffic Enforcement Of 2025

If a driver is pulled over during the three-week-long campaign period, "no excuses will be accepted," Plainfield police said.

Cop Threatened Child With Knife Before Crashing, Barricading Himself In Plainfield Home: Police

Plainfield police revealed new information about the barricade incident in late November at a residence on Springview Court.

Plainfield Fire Protection District Unveils New Engine To Replace Decade-Old Model

The new engine replaces a 2013 model, which will serve as a reserve within the fire district's fleet.

Fire Breaks Out At Plainfield Nursing Home: FD

A small heating unit caught fire in an unoccupied room at the nursing home, officials said.

Thanksgiving Enforcement Campaign Yields 31 Citations: Plainfield Police

From Nov. 21 to Dec. 2, officers heightened enforcement of seat belts, speeding and distracted driving.

3 Family Members Charged In Domestic Battery Of Woman: Plainfield Police

Two of the men hit her in the face and chest, and another threatened her by saying he was "going to kill her," police said.

Man With Gun Barricaded Himself In Plainfield Home After Crashing Car Occupied By Kids: Police

It was "more of a mental health incident than a criminal investigation," police said.

'Active Incident' Resolved Peacefully In Plainfield: Police

Police said the incident was resolved just before 8:45 p.m.

Plainfield Woman Battered Family Member, Threatened Others With Loaded Gun: Police

Officers recovered a total of five loaded firearms and multiple boxes of ammunition among the woman's belongings, officials said.

Plainfield Police Prepare To Launch Traffic Enforcement For Thanksgiving

For 11 days around Thanksgiving, officers will be on the lookout for seat belt violations, speeding, and distracted and impaired driving.

Loaded Pistol Found In Car Searched At Thornton’s Gas Station: Plainfield Police

A man was first charged with a DUI after police witnessed him reclining in the driver's seat while parked across two spots, officials said.

Plainfield Resident Leaves Dog In Garage While Out Of Town: Police

Police went to the house for a report of a dog at large, finding a white dog inside an open garage with "no visible source of water."

45 Seat Belt Citations Among Tickets Issued During Halloween Enforcement: Plainfield PD

Police also made two arrests during the nearly two-week-long enforcement effort.

Missing Adult With Special Needs Found: Plainfield Police

Police said the man was missing from the area of 127th Street and Shenandoah Trail.

Plainfield Man ‘Barked’ At Neighbor ‘Without Provocation’: Cops

Jailed for the second time in less than six months, the Plainfield man was previously accused of shooting a woman with a pellet gun.

Mental Health Emergency Calls On The Rise Since 2023: Plainfield Fire Department

Since 2023, the Plainfield Fire Protection District has responded to more than 900 calls for mental health emergencies, officials said.

Crash Leads To Jackknifed Semi, Blocked Lanes On I-55 Near Plainfield: ISP

The crash happened on northbound I-55 near Romeoville and Plainfield, according to Illinois State Police.

2 Hospitalized After 6-Car Crash On Frontage Road: Plainfield Police

Charges are pending for the driver who veered into oncoming traffic and struck multiple cars, Plainfield police said.

Halloween Enforcement Planned By Plainfield Police Department

Police will participate in a "Click It or Ticket" campaign to promote safe driving before and during Halloween weekend.