Plainfield Man Threatens Multiple People With Knife: Cops

The incident occurred in the parking lot of the man's apartment building in Plainfield, police said.

Memorial Day 'Click It Or Ticket' Campaign Begins In Plainfield

Plainfield police are taking a "no-excuses approach" and issue tickets "day and night" during the enforcement effort.

6 Roosters Used For Cockfights, Plainfield Man Charged: Report

The man was pulled over when police found he was hauling six roosters and cockfighting equipment in his vehicle, according to reports.

Plainfield PD Releases Results From April Distracted Driving Campaign

The enforcement was implemented to help drivers avoid the consequences of distracted driving with the slogan: "Put the phone away or pay."

Larry's Diner Fire Was Arson, 2 Teens Arrested: Plainfield Police

Police believe the teenage suspects were also responsible for damaging another property in Plainfield a week after the fire.

Plainfield Landlord Child Murderer Learns Sentence

Joseph Czuba stood trial in February at Will County's Courthouse for the deadly stabbing of 6-year-old Wadee Alfayoumi at Czuba's house.

Family Escapes Plainfield House Fire

WESCOM received a 911 call Wednesday night reporting the blaze.

Plainfield House Fire Causes $150K In Damages, Investigators Estimate

The family escaped the house fire safely, Plainfield fire officials said.

Crash With Parked Car Leads To Charges For Repeat DUI Driver: Cops

Two people were injured after a car crashed into their vehicle while it was parked on the side of the road with its hazards on, police said.

Car Rolls Into Ditch On I-55 Near Plainfield: ISP

Injuries were reported in the Tuesday afternoon crash on Interstate 55, according to Illinois State Police.

Owners Didn't Treat Injured Dog In Time, Vet Advised Euthanasia: Cops

A couple brought their Yorkshire terrier to a Plainfield vet two to three weeks after it was injured, police said.

Is Plainfield Among The Safest Cities In IL? See Ranking In New Report

Among the 234 cities that met the criteria for the new SafeWise study, where did Plainfield land?

Semi Overturns, Driver Flees In Route 30 Crash: Report

A semi-tractor trailer overturned in a crash Thursday evening on Route 30 in Plainfield, police said.

Naperville Man Crashes Into Oswego Light Pole, Gets DUI Charges: OPD

Police said the Naperville man was driving with a revoked license for driving under the influence when he was involved in the DUI crash.

Plainfield Police Will Step Up Distracted Driving Enforcement In April

Officers will increase enforcement for Distracted Driving Awareness Month in April.

1 Hospitalized, House Remains Habitable After Fire: Plainfield FD

The fire started accidentally in an enclosed sitting room at the back of a Plainfield house's garage, fire officials said.

No Leads On Dine-And-Dash Turned Into Hit-And-Run Crash: Plainfield PD

After leaving Buffalo Wild Wings without paying, the driver of a Dodge exited the lot and crashed into a car before fleeing, police said.

'Strange Circumstances' May Surround Fire At Larry's Diner: Mayor

"There may be more to the story," the Plainfield mayor said, as the fire at the incident is being investigated by the state fire marshal.

Fire Causes Extensive Damage To Former Larry's Diner Building

The former restaurant was vacant at the time of the fire, officials said.

Garage Fire Causes $30K In Damage At Plainfield House: Fire Department

The fire was contained to solar panels installed atop the two-story house's garage, Plainfield firefighters said.

Plainfield Man Indicted In Joliet Township Crash That Killed 2: PD

The Plainfield man was driving at least 20 mph over the speed limit before crashing into a car, causing a double fatality, documents said.

'Loud Booms' Reported In Plainfield, Police Investigating: PD

Police said Wednesday that they're investigating the "disturbances."

Cocaine Found In DUI Driver's Car 'Swerving All Over The Roadway': PD

The incident occurred in the vicinity of Route 59 and 127th Street in Plainfield.

Injured Child, 2, At Loyola, Plainfield Defendant Wins Jail Release

A former criminal prosecutor for Jim Glasgow, Will County Judge Derek Ewanic ruled in favor of Plainfield felony defendant Jordan Padilla.

Toddler In Critical Condition; Beaten By Mom's Boyfriend: Police

The girl suffered a fractured skull and brain bleed, according to police, who charged her mother's 21-year-old boyfriend with battery.

Gas Leak Leads To Temporary 127th Street Closure: Plainfield PD

The Plainfield Fire Protection District and Nicor worked to fix the leak Monday afternoon.

Detached Garage 'Complete Loss' After Joliet Area Blaze: Plainfield FD

Although flames were infringing on the unincorporated Joliet residence, the fire was contained to the detached garage, officials said.

Plainfield Police Launch St. Patrick's Day Enforcement Campaign

Police will participate in a statewide effort to "keep roads safe during one of the most celebrated drinking holidays of the year.​"

Missing Plainfield Boy, 16, Returned Home: Police

The teenager, who was reported missing Monday afternoon, returned home, Plainfield police said in an update.

24-Year-Old Killed In I-55 Crash: Authorities

The Joliet man died early Sunday in connection with the Plainfield crash, according to authorities.

GUILTY: Landlord Guilty On All Counts In Boy's Hate Crime Murder

Joseph Czuba stood trial this week at Will County's Courthouse for the deadly stabbing of 6-year-old Wadee Alfayoumi at Czuba's house.

'Hanan Killed Her Son,' Plainfield Landlord's Lawyer Argued: Vukmir

Prosecutor Christine Vukmir implored the jury to reject Joseph Czuba's lawyer George Lenard's argument that Hanan Shaheen killed her son.

Slain Boy, Wounded Mom Called 'Infested Rats' By Czuba: Testimony

Will County Sheriff's Sgt. Patrick Jones obtained incriminating admissions in the hate crime murder from Joseph Czuba, Jones testified.

Joseph Czuba's Ex-Wife Testifies For The Prosecution In Murder Trial

Mary Connor told jurors she has divorced Joseph Czuba. He's on trial for the murder and attempted murder of their Plainfield tenants.

Plainfield Landlord Had 3 Knives, Diving Knife Holster: Deputies

Joseph Czuba's lawyer George Lenard insisted his client was not placing himself under arrest when two Will County deputies found him.

Slain Boy, 6, Naked, Knife Embedded Inside His Chest: Testimony

Two Plainfield police and a Will County Sheriff's deputy responded to the home where Wadee, 6, and his mother were both stabbed in 2023.

'The Landlord Is Killing Me And My Baby': Plainfield Murder Trial

Hanan Shaheen, now 33, is the first witness for Will County prosecutors in their hate crime murder trial of landlord Joseph Czuba.

Missing Plainfield Boy 'Returned Home Safely': Police

The boy was reported missing Feb. 5 after he had last been seen Jan. 28, according to Plainfield police.

Plainfield Hate Crime Murder Trial Underway: Jury Picked

Joseph Czuba, 73, is being represented by Will County Public Defender's Office, notably Kylie Blatti and George Lenard.

Child Pornography Images Found On Plainfield Man's Phone: PD

The 35-year-old man was charged with four counts of possession of child pornography following a four-month-long investigation.