55-and-over housing community in Channahon completes final building phase

Will County Forest District buys 126 acres for Horse Creek Preserve in far southwestern part of county

The purchase was made under the Forest Preserve District of Will County's $50 million 2025-2030 capital improvement program, which has dedicated funds to acquisition, restoration, and preserve improvements.

Lemont girls take home SSC tournament title: The Herald-News Monday Roundup

Lemont took home the South Suburban Conference Tournament title Monday, shooting a team score of 357. Sophomore Sarah Scott led the way individually, finishing runner-up with a score of 79. That, plus more from around the Herald-News area, in Monday's prep sports roundup.

Plainfield’s 1st industrial property at new 143rd Street corridor extension sold

The property's location is expected to become even more accessible with the planned 143rd Street bridge connection.

Trial for ex-Joliet teacher’s 2018 murder case delayed to 2027

Since Aug. 8, 2018, Michael Kazecki, 46, of Oak Lawn, has been facing a charge of first-degree murder of his wife, Rebecca Kazecki, 38, of Joliet.

Lane closures along I-80 in Joliet expected to reopen Tuesday

The lanes on eastbound and westbound Interstate 80 between Chicago and Richards streets are anticipated to reopen, weather permitting, on Tuesday before evening rush hour, IDOT said.