Alderman McDonald’s commitment to Lockport and its residents was genuine and deeply felt. He cared about the people he served, especially those in the 2nd Ward, and he carried his responsibilities ...

Illinoisians are urged to practice fire safety while preparing Thanksgiving dinner. Officials say Thanksgiving is the ...

When the largest landlord in America uses an algorithm to price fix the rent, the result is simple: people pay more. It squeezes working families when the cost of housing is already at an all-time ...

Crowder was transported to the Joliet Police Department where he was processed and then transferred to the Will County Adult Detention Facility. Crowder is charged with Aggravated Unlawful Possession ...

The Forest Preserve District’s tax rate has been dropping for years. For instance, for a $350,000 home, the Forest Preserve portion was $126.75 in 2023, $95.17 in 2024, and under the 2025 tax levy, it ...

The Forest Preserve District of Will County’s 2026 budget is balanced, and its property tax rate will drop 6.78% next year. Forest Preserve Commissioners unanimously approved the budget on Nov. 13.

State Senator Rachel Ventura backed a property tax relief package to provide relief to senior citizens in Illinois. The bill will increase the exemption thresholds for consideration of a freeze.