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Village of Crete invites residents to submit Halloween stories for community sharing

By J. E. Hamrick | Nov 2, 2025

This Halloween, the Village of Crete is inviting residents to share their own spooky stories.

Elizabeth Walsh, Dedicated Wife, Mother, and Community Member, Passes Away at 64

By J. E. Hamrick | Oct 31, 2025

Elizabeth Walsh passed away on Oct. 29. Below is the obituary.

Joliet Public Assets Committee schedules special meeting on infrastructure contracts

By J. E. Hamrick | Oct 31, 2025

The City of Joliet Public Assets Committee has scheduled a special meeting for Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at 5:00 PM.

Traffic pattern changes announced for Broadway and Ruby Streets in Joliet

By J. E. Hamrick | Oct 31, 2025

The City of Joliet has announced changes to traffic patterns and street closures at the intersection of N. Broadway Street and Ruby Street as part of the ongoing Broadway Street Water Main Improvement Project.

Crest Hill updates residents on water service line inventory and next steps

By J. E. Hamrick | Oct 31, 2025

The City of Crest Hill has finished an update to its water service line inventory and sent about 1,450 letters to residents on October 31, 2025.

Linda M. Kois, Devoted Animal Rescuer and Beloved Wife, Dies at 65

By J. E. Hamrick | Oct 29, 2025

Linda M. Kois passed away on Oct. 27. Below is the obituary.

Suzanne Wlodarczyk, 76, Remembered for Her Radiant Smile and Generous Spirit

By J. E. Hamrick | Oct 29, 2025

Suzanne Wlodarczyk passed away on Oct. 27. Below is the obituary.

Eileen E. Dite, 81, Remembered for Her Devotion to Family and Animals

By J. E. Hamrick | Oct 28, 2025

Eileen E. Dite passed away on Oct. 26. Below is the obituary.

Alice Beci, 95, Remembered for Her Love of Family and Community Service

By J. E. Hamrick | Oct 27, 2025

Alice M. Beci passed away on Oct. 25. Below is the obituary.

Richard Henry Zeisel, 91, Remembered for Dedication to Family, Service, and Joy

By J. E. Hamrick | Oct 27, 2025

Richard Henry Zeisel passed away on Oct. 25. Below is the obituary.

Cheryl Lynn Bull, Security Guard, Dies at 60

By J. E. Hamrick | Oct 26, 2025

Cheryl Lynn Bull passed away on Oct. 24. Below is the obituary.

Paula J. Shapiro, Active Community Member, Dies at 79

By J. E. Hamrick | Oct 25, 2025

Paula J. Shapiro passed away on Oct. 23. Below is the obituary.

Federal jury finds in favor of Joliet police sergeant in civil rights lawsuit

By J. E. Hamrick | Oct 24, 2025

A federal jury has found in favor of Joliet Police Sergeant Edward Grizzle in a civil rights lawsuit brought by retired Sergeant Dwayne Killian.

I-80 lane shifts and closures scheduled in Joliet as reconstruction continues

By J. E. Hamrick | Oct 24, 2025

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has announced upcoming lane changes on Interstate 80 in Joliet as part of a larger reconstruction project stretching from Ridge Road in Minooka to U.S. 30 in Joliet and New Lenox.