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County ‘25 Budget Proposal — $824M Spending Plan Outlined
By Nick Reiher Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant has proposed an $824 million budget for Fiscal Year 2025, which also…
Judge orders prison officials to relocate Stateville population by Sept. 30
By HANNAH MEISELCapitol News [email protected] A federal judge is ordering Gov. JB Pritzker’s administration to move the vast majority of…
Cass Street Bridge in Joliet Down to One Lane Indefinitely
The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that the Cass Street (U.S. 30) bridge over the Des Plaines River, in…
‘Why Did God Take My Mommy?’ GoFundMe Page Set for ‘Military Mom’s’ Grandchildren
By Karen Haave A crowdfunding campaign to benefit the children of Jodie Lee Ruggiero continues as heartbroken family members struggle…
South suburban airport could bring over $1B in economic activity, per report
By ANDREW ADAMSCapitol News [email protected] A new airport in Chicago’s far south suburbs could bring thousands of jobs and a…
It’s Showtime at the Illinois State Fair
The state’s best youth livestock exhibitors compete during the 2023 Illinois State Fair Master Showmanship contest. The exhibitors each represented…
REO Makes Major Donation to Alleviate Storm Damage to Rock and Roll Museum
Band members and management of the legendary rock band REO Speedwagon have made a major financial donation to the Illinois…
Will County Community Mental Health Board Appoints Teena Mackey First Executive Director
The Will County Community Mental Health Board (708 Board) has hired Teena Mackey as its first Executive Director. Mackey will…
Proposed Aqua rate increase reignites tensions between the company and its customers
By ANDREW ADAMSCapitol News [email protected] BOURBONNAIS – As state regulators consider whether to approve a proposed rate increase for the…
Illinois EPA Recommends Enforcement Action for Improper Handling of Asbestos at Rialto Theater
Illinois EPA Refers Will County Metropolitan Exposition & Auditorium Authority, R. Berti SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (Illinois…
75th Anniversary Trinity Looking for Your Fond Memories
By Karen Haave Trinity Services, Inc., will celebrate the 75th Anniversary of its inaugural year, and part of it will…
Residents Fear County Improvements for Cherry Hill/Mills Road Will Bring More Trucks
By Stephanie Irvine Proposed improvements to Cherry Hill-Mills Road drew skepticism and ire from residents at the Will County Department…