So far, four people have filed petitions to run for one of the three trustee positions open in the Village of Plainfield.
The divided term is a result of a split between Republicans and Democrats on the 22-member Board.
Anthony Fremarek, a former elected official for Plainfield Township, pleaded guilty to wire fraud, defrauding a firm of more than $1.37M.
Plainfield officials want residents' feedback: "What should Plainfield look like in the next 20 years and how do we get there?"
With 93 percent of votes in, unofficial totals show incumbent Lauren Underwood secured 53.7 percent over Scott Gryder's 46.3 percent.
Voters who experience problems or come across irregularities on Nov. 8 can report the issues to the Will County State's Attorney's Office.
A Kendall County Republican is looking to unseat Congresswoman Lauren Underwood of Naperville.
Early voting is underway. Here’s everything you need to know about the Nov. 8 election.
Robert Miller, a resident of Plainfield, was chosen to be the new police chief following former Chief John Konopek's retirement in July.
The funds will help police conduct education and enforcement activities that "focus on violations that are contributory causes of crashes."
Sue Rohner has experience in public and private practice with an emphasis on parks and recreation in urban settings, officials said.
Trustees slammed the process used to select a new chief, and some raised concerns about the mayor's behavior.
The seats currently held by Harry Benton, Kevin Calkins and Brian Wojowski will be up for election in the Consolidated Election April 4.
Plainfield Park District joins the ranks of elite park and recreation agencies across the country through its new accreditation.
Two-term Democrat Lauren Underwood is running unopposed in the Democratic primary.
Having first joined the department as patrol officer in 1994, John Konopek was the first to hold the title of "commander."
The vice president's visit is a "great honor," Plainfield mayor says. Her visit to Plainfield is one of two stops for Harris in Illinois.
The current vacancy comes after Commissioner Rob Ayres, who served the district for more than 7 years, died May 12, officials said.
If the ordinance is passed in the future, businesses licensed for the sale and consumption of liquor could apply for video gaming terminals.
Allison Anderson will serve as director, replacing Harold Damron who is retiring after 31 years with the agency.
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The Will County unemployment rate improved recently, according to the newest figures.
The program is intended as a resource for residents facing eviction and landlords struggling financially because of unpaid rent.
The program, officially titled the Court-Based Housing Stabilization Program, was created to offer tenants facing eviction court one fin ...
Kathy Scheiper, a resident of Plainfield and graduate of Lewis University, will work as a recreation supervisor overseeing special events.
The Will County unemployment rate improved somewhat, according to the newest figures.
The Plainfield Village Board is considering a proposal to expand the existing North Des Plaines Street parking lot.
The Will County unemployment rate improved somewhat as fall approached.
The levy rate has remained unchanged in Plainfield for the past eight years, according to Traci Pleckham, interim village administrator.
The Village Board unanimously approved Joshua Blakemore for the position. He'll start working in Plainfield on Dec. 13.
The republican state representative started his role on Jan. 14, 2015. He announced his last term Wednesday.
The Will County unemployment rate improved somewhat during the late summer.
The trail links Mather Woods and Settlers' Park and includes paved segments from Renwick Road into Mather Woods.
A switch to a three-digit suicide crisis hotline will change how people in 82 area codes, including in Illinois, call their neighbors.
People in Plainfield can follow a five-day process outlined by the voting initiative that is entering its second year.
Sen. Meg Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood) is urging local businesses to take advantage of Back to Business grants before the Oct. 13 deadline
Every 10 years, district maps are redrawn. Two drafts are done, and Will County officials want residents' input ahead of an Oct. 21 meeting.
More than 1 out of every 10 Will County rental households are in arrears as of early August, according to a new analysis.
Event will begin at 7:30 a.m. with a Resource Fair featuring vendors from healthcare, treatment, recovery and other related organizations.