Margie Bonuchi For Plainfield Mayor: Candidate Survey

Margie Bonuchi, a current trustee, is one of four candidates running in the mayoral race in April's consolidated election.

Vanessa Sula For Plainfield Trustee: Candidate Survey

Vanessa Sula, a substitute teacher at D202, is one of three candidates running in the trustee race in April's consolidated election.

John Argoudelis For Plainfield Mayor: Candidate Survey

John Argoudelis, the incumbent mayor of Plainfield, is one of four candidates running in the mayoral race in April's consolidated election.

Plainfield Considers New Townhouse Development Off Van Dyke Road

The proposal "is more or less an affluent property project that is intended to drive the extension of the downtown," one trustee said.

Plainfield Trustee Candidate Is 'Ineligible' After Investigation: ISBE

The candidate failed to pay fines before the ballot was certified, according to the Illinois State Board of Elections.

President Biden Meets With Mom Of Boy Killed In Plainfield Hate Crime

Wadee Alfayoumi's mother met with Biden in the final days of his presidency for an exchange amid the rise of Islamaphobia.

Giannasi Removed From Plainfield Trustee Ballot: Electoral Board

A resident filed an objection against the licensed clinical professional counselor's nomination papers. The Electoral Board sustained it.

Objection Filed Against Plainfield Trustee Petition In 2025 Election

The Plainfield Electoral Board is set to meet later this week to vote on the objection.

Plainfield 2025 Consolidated Election: Who Filed For Mayor, Trustee

The terms for Plainfield mayor and three trustee seats are expiring next April.

How Will County Voted In 2024 Presidential Election

The margin between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris was less than one percentage point in Will County.

Harry Benton Wins Reelection In 97th District Race, AP Projects

The Associated Press called the 97th District race for Democratic incumbent Harry Benton, a resident of Plainfield.

Underwood Projected To Win Reelection In 14th District: AP

Democratic incumbent Lauren Underwood claimed a fourth victory in Illinois's 14th Congressional District, according to the Associated Press.

Underwood, Marter Eye 14th District Seat: IL Election 2024

Voters will take to the polls to choose Democrat Lauren Underwood or Republican James Marter as Illinois's 14th District representative.

Benton, Shanahan Eye District 97 House Seat: IL Election 2024

Voters will take to the polls to choose Democrat Harry Benton or Republican Gabby Shanahan as Illinois's 97th District state representative.

Plainfield Voter Guide: What To Know Before Tuesday's Election

Early voting dates, how to register and what's on the ballot. Here's what Plainfield-area residents need to know on Election Day.

How To Register To Vote In Plainfield

Here's what you need to know about voter registration in Plainfield ahead of the Nov. 5 election.

Plainfield Voter Guide: What’s On The Ballot, What To Know

Early voting dates, how to register and how to vote by mail. Here's what Plainfield-area residents need to know on Election Day.

Plainfield Mayor Term Ends, 3 Trustee Seats Open: April 2025 Election

April will mark the end of John Argoudelis's first term as mayor as well as the three trustees also elected in 2021.

Debbie Kraulidis Leads Pledge At Republican Convention: Report

The first session of the Republication National Convention kicked off Monday in Milwaukee.

143rd Street East Extension Set To Start In Coming Weeks: Village

Plainfield officials celebrated the east extension of the project, rerouting Route 126 onto 143rd Street, with a ground-breaking ceremony.

$50M Forest Preserve Bond Issue Includes Plainfield Area Trail Project

The $3 million Wolf's Crossing Road Trail Connection project will connect Aurora, Naperville and Plainfield trails.

Plainfield Plans To Complete Extra Census To Secure More State Revenue

Staff estimates the population has grown by 10.09 percent since 2020. The growth would translate to another $1 million-plus in funding.

Another Lockport Street House Awarded Landmark Status

The circa 1927 house is "a very good example of the Tudor Revival style in the Village [and] retains a high degree of integrity."

Plainfield State Rep. Pushes Bill Raising PTSD Awareness

The bill is moving through the Illinois House of Representatives to have the state recognize June 27 as National PTSD Awareness Day.

Plainfield Mayor Proclaims Solidarity With Gaza, Calls For Cease-Fire

Mayor Argoudelis signed a proclamation urging the U.S. government to call for an immediate cease-fire and prioritize sending aid to Gaza.

“Highly Recommended” Judge John Anderson Makes the Case for Experience

Anderson focuses on diversity, individual rights, and equal protections.

Once Homeless, Judge John Anderson Gives Back To The Community

The only “highly recommended” candidate for appellate court pursues justice in and out of the courtroom.

“Highly Recommended” Judge John Anderson is No Stranger to Adversity

Anderson ranked “highly recommended” by Illinois Bar Association — the only one of seven appellate court candidates to receive this ranking.

Video Gaming Approved In Plainfield: It's 'To Support Small Business'

"[We should do] anything we can do at this point to help these businesses in these tough times, in any economic time," one trustee said.

Could Video Gaming Finally Be Allowed In Plainfield? Board To Decide

The Village Board will decide at its next meeting whether to allow video gaming within Plainfield, with some possible restrictions downtown.

Plainfield Sees Increase In Water, Sewer Enterprise Fund Rating

The mayor credited staff for working hard "to give our residents high quality services and an efficient use of your tax dollars."

Joseph Czuba Trial: What's Next In Plainfield Hate Crime, Murder Case

The 72-year-old landlord appeared this week at a hearing in the slaying of 6-year-old Wadee Alfayoume.

Cannabis Sale Is Legal In Plainfield, Board Decides With 4-2 Vote

Marijuana sales legalization in Plainfield "puts us on equal footing with neighboring communities," one trustee commented.

Weed Sales Legal In Plainfield If Board OKs Ordinances

If approved, an amendment would repeal and replace an existing ordinance that bans recreational dispensaries from opening in Plainfield.

More New Homes In Plainfield: Trustees OK Plan For Up To 168 Townhomes

The project is a “logical land use transition” between the nearby single-family homes and current and planned warehouses, officials said.

168-Townhome Development On Agenda For Special Village Board Meeting

A developer is looking to build up to 168 townhouses on about 38 acres of vacant agricultural land at 143rd Street and Steiner Road.

Defense Wants Jail Staff Prohibited From Reading Joseph Czuba Notes

All of Joseph Czuba's legal notes written at the Will County jail have been "briefly read and 'scanned,'" according to the defendant's team.

Father Of Slain Boy Sues Plainfield Landlord For Wrongful Death

Wadee Alfayoumi's father filed a wrongful death suit against murder and hate crime defendant Joseph Czuba, his wife in the death of the boy.

Ex-Plainfield Township Trustee Interviews Trump For Moms For America

Former President Donald Trump told Debbie Kraulidis, "I think it's going to be the most important election in the history of our country."

Village Board Refuses To Reconsider $2M Sale Of Land By Settlers' Park

"This is a final decision," the mayor said. "If we fail to do this, the developer will ... proceed and develop their project."