Argoudelis Remains Best Choice for Mayor of Plainfield

With just a few more days left to vote, campaign ads and conduct confirm voting for John Argoudelis is the better choice.

Federal Taxes In Will County: How Do Yours Compare?

IRS figures allow you to compare what you’re paying in taxes with that of your Will County neighbors.

Will County Illinois: Sunny Hill Offers Hut Heaven For In-Person Visits

See the latest announcement from the Will County Illinois.

Why I Support John Argoudelis for Mayor of Plainfield

And, if you are surprised to see me say that, know that I am, too. But, I've got good reasons.

Early Voting Starts Monday In Plainfield

It's been under way at the Will County Clerk's Office since Feb. 25.

Fremarek Resigns As Supervisor, Ends Reelection Bid Amid Charges

Incumbent now out of the race just weeks ahead of the April 6 election. But a write-in candidate has emerged for township supervisor.

Argoudelis Says He Wants To Be A Leader Who Gets 'Things Done'

Plainfield mayoral candidate John Argoudelis said his opponent, Margie Bonuchi, makes decisions based on "cronyism and prejudice."

Will County Illinois: Resource Recovery And Energy Division Hosting Compost Bin Sale

See the latest announcement from the Will County Illinois.

Will Co. Representatives Support Background Checks For Gun Sales

Rep. Lauren Underwood said gun violence is a "public health epidemic" and meaningful action is a "moral obligation."

Fremarek To Seek Re-Election Despite Embezzlement Charges

Plainfield mayoral candidate John Argoudelis said Anthony Fremarek should be booted from the ballot and should resign from his position.

Mayor Collins Is 'Proud' Of Plainfield's Resilience Amid Pandemic

Michael Collins delivered his last State of Village address and lauded the efforts put in by village staff and residents in the past year.

Will County Illinois: COUNTY ANNOUNCES PAIR OF COMMUNITY VACCINATION CLINICS

See the latest announcement from the Will County Illinois.

Will County Illinois: It's Time To Spring Forward

See the latest announcement from the Will County Illinois.

Will Co. Starts Reapportioning Districts For Next Election

This year's process will be less complex because the population has grown much less since 2010, said committee member Don Gould.

Will Co. To Have 1 Vote-By-Mail Drop Box For April 6 Election

The Illinois General Assembly passed a temporary law last year allowing for the use of multiple boxes, but that law expired in January.

Early Voting In Plainfield Starts Feb. 25: See Where To Vote

Residents can vote at the Will Co. Clerk's Office starting Feb. 25. Several other locations will also serve as early voting places.

Police Reform Bill Has 'Problematic' Verbiage: Chief Konopek

Chief John Konopek said despite some problematic language, the bill will help "identify bad police officers and remove them from the job."

Review Of Plainfield Township Finances After Fremarek's Charges

The board hired a Joliet-based firm to conduct an external review in light of the supervisor's embezzlement accusations.

Kraulidis Faces Criticism For Attending Jan. 6 Pro-Trump Rally

A public comment about Will Co. Board member Debbie Kraulidis called her a "conspiracy theorist who believes the election was rigged."

Fremarek Indictment Unsealed, Plainfield Township To Hold Meeting

Justice Department released the six count indictment against PT Supervisor Tony Fremarek, and township will hold a special meeting tomorrow

Objection Against Argoudelis' Mayoral Petition Overruled

John Argoudelis said this was orchestrated by his contender Margie Bonuchi to run unopposed "to protect her institutional power."

Plainfield Mayoral Candidate Argoudelis May Be Booted From Ballot

John Argoudelis said the objection is baseless and contender Margie Bonuchi is "desperately seeking to deny the voters a choice in April."

7 File Petitions For Seats On The Plainfield Village Board

John Argoudelis, former Plainfield Township Supervisor, will run for village president against current trustee Margie Bonuchi.

Plainfield Township Park District Candidate Removed From Ballot

Some signatures collected by Pamela A. Covington for her petition were from people who aren't registered to vote in the district.

Will County Board Member Debbie Kraulidis Must Resign

Supporting and lying about violence to overthrow our elections is disqualifying for public office

Will Co. School Board Candidates To Start Filing Petitions Monday

Petitions can be filed starting at 8:30 a.m. with the Will County Clerk’s Office at 302 N. Chicago St. in downtown Joliet.

James Glasgow Elected As Will Co. State's Attorney For 7th Time

James Glasgow has secured his place in local history as the county's longest-serving state’s attorney.

Mimi Cowan Re-Elected As Will Co. Board Speaker

The board also elected members to a few other leadership positions Monday.

Will Co. Board Passes Budget With No New Taxes For Upcoming Year

The board has lowered the tax rate for the sixth year in a row. The 2020 tax rate will be 0.5769%, which is lower than last year's 0.5842%.

Plainfield Offers Grants To Businesses Hit By Coronavirus

The Plainfield Village Board established the small business relief grant to help reimburse economic losses.

Election Results: Illinois 'Fair Tax' Opponents Declare Victory

With 98 percent of the vote counted, Illinois voters appear to have rejected the graduated income tax amendment.

'I Can't Breathe' T-Shirt, Mask Worn By Election Judge Irks Voter

A Plainfield voter said slogans "don't belong in a polling place."

More Than 213K Will Co. Voters Have Already Cast Their Votes

The final election results will not be known until Nov. 17.

How Is Voting Going In Plainfield: Tell Us

Patch wants to know how the voting process went for you, whether you stood in line or mailed your ballot in.

Where Do I Vote In Plainfield: Everything You Need To Know

Follow safety guidelines from state health officials when going out to vote in person.

Positive Economic Condition In Plainfield Prior To Pandemic

According to the auditor, Plainfield experienced the strongest residential housing demand since the great recession during fiscal year 2020.

Plainfield Voter Guide 2020

Early voting started Oct. 19 at Plainfield Village Hall located at 24401 Lockport St.

Why I Am—Again—Not Voting for Mark Batinick

Batinick still makes clear he’s not a good fit for office (with footnotes on Fritz and McCullagh)

National Vote Early Day: What To Know In Plainfield

Over 40 million Americans have already voted in the 2020 general election. Here’s how to join them on national Vote Early Day.

Illinois' Richest Man Gives $200K To Plainfield Rep.'s Campaign

Ken Griffin, CEO of Chicago-based hedge fund Citadel, donated to Republican state rep. Mark Batinick's campaign.