Will County Gazette

Will County Board Executive Committee met Thursday, June 12

Village of Frankfort Plan Commission / Zoning Board of Appeals met June 12

Village of Frankfort Plan Commission / Zoning Board of Appeals met Thursday, June 12

Village of Channahon Arts and Culture Commission met June 11

Village of Channahon Arts and Culture Commission met Wednesday, June 11

City of Crest Hill Plan Commission met June 12

City of Crest Hill Plan Commission met Thursday, June 12

Will County GOP Chair Clausen on ‘No Kings’ protests: ‘It’s part of a broader agenda to intimidate, distract and divide’

By Will County Gazette reports | Jun 14, 2025

As Illinois braces for a new wave of demonstrations linked to the controversial “No Kings” movement, Will County Republican Central Committee Chairman Christina Clausen is calling for strong law enforcement response and more responsible leadership from state officials.

Joliet Township High School District 204 administrators rank 263rd highest in state for average salary in 2024

Administrators in Joliet Township High School District 204 earn an average of $120,588 per year, ranking 263rd highest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Channahon School District 17: How many students failed ELA test in 2023-24 school year?

In the 2023-24 school year, 38.1% of Channahon School District 17 students failed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

School events this week in Will County: June 15-21

The following school events are scheduled to take place in Will County this week.

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Will County Gazette area weekly mass times

The following parishes in the Will County Gazette coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Robert A. "Bob" Smolich Leaves a Legacy of Love and Skill

Robert A. Smolich passed away on June 12. Below is the obituary.

Analysis: Mokena School District 159 administrators rank 253rd highest in state for average salary in 2024

Administrators in Mokena School District 159 earn an average of $121,241 per year, ranking 253rd highest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Lockport School District 91: How many students failed ELA test in 2023-24 school year?

In the 2023-24 school year, 38.9% of Lockport School District 91 students failed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Local Government Meeting today in Will County

Will County City Council Meeting starting at 7 pm today — here's what you need to know!

Tomorrow's schedule for memorial or funeral services in Will County

The following funeral or memorial service is scheduled to happen in Will County tomorrow.

Antoinette M. Swiatek, Known for Kindness and Love, Passed Away at 77

Antoinette M. Swiatek passed away on June 11. Below is the obituary.

Cynthia S. Hostert, Dedicated Educator and Loving Family Woman, Passes Away at 73

Cynthia S. Hostert passed away on June 11. Below is the obituary.

David Lee Murphy, Age 62, of Dwight, IL, Passed Away Peacefully

David Lee Murphy passed away on June 11. Below is the obituary.

Joliet considers free two-hour street parking plan to aid local businesses

The Joliet City Council is set to review a proposed ordinance amendment aimed at enhancing downtown accessibility and convenience through free street parking.

Park Forest residents face higher electric bills due to ComEd rate hike

Residents of Park Forest are facing increased electricity costs following a rate hike by ComEd, the primary electricity provider in the region.

Joliet disability committee plans June meeting with public participation options