A Joliet police officer is facing felony charges that allege he used a counterfeit $100 to buy lottery tickets at a gas station, court records show.

At the Dec. 1 Plainfield Village Board meeting, trustees unanimously approved site plans for The Nook, planned for 8.8 acres west of Wood Farm Road and north of Lockport Street, behind the U.S. Post Office in Plainfield.

A domestic violence call in Mokena led to a large police response following reports of man making violent threats and the sight of a rifle during an altercation. 

The City of Lockport is considering a new proposal for a real estate development in the Fairmont area, which is expected to receive some pushback from residents.

Mark and Nancy Kveton, who own Sanctuary Events venue on Lockport Street in downtown Plainfield, plan to use the property for event lodging.