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Donald Trump's Bolingbrook Fundraiser Brings Out Supporters, Opponents

Whether you love Donald Trump or hate him, there’s one thing for certain: the man can draw a crowd.

23-Year-Old Joliet Mom Shot and Killed in Front of Kids: Police

A 23-year-old Joliet woman was shot and killed in front of her kids, Joliet police said.

Tibbott Elementary to Get Playground After Decades Without One

A playground is an integral part of any school, but for several years Tibbott Elementary has been without one, having to rely on a nearby park. But that’s about to change.

Joliet Felon Tried to Rob Unmarked Squad Car with Cops Sitting Inside: Police

If you’re going to rob a car, make sure police officers aren’t sitting in it first.

Joliet School Selected as 2016 Blue Ribbon Award Winner

A Joliet school is among only 329 nationwide to receive a 2016 National Blue Ribbon Schools award, the U.S. Department of Education announced.

Joliet Township High School Students & Staff Build Custom Dog Houses to Benefit Habitat for Hounds Event

Joliet Township High School students and staff answered the call to service for Habitat for Humanity by participating in the construction and design of two dog houses to be raffled at the upcoming Habitat for Hounds fundraising event.

Police Union Responds to Joliet Arrest Videos

A Joliet police union has responded to a series of videos that emerged in the wake of a local teen’s arrest last week.

Forest Preserve District Offers Bicycle Recycling Program

Donate your old bicycle to a good cause during the Forest Preserve District of Will County’s “Recycle Your Bicycle” program.

District 202 Teacher Heard Shots that Killed Man near U of I: Report

A Naperville woman who teaches at Plainfield School District 202 was out celebrating her 23rd birthday with University of Illinois graduates when she heard the shots that killed a Mundelein man.

Minooka High School Students Named National Merit Commended Students

Minooka Community High School Principal Ronald Kiesewetter has announced that seniors Taylor Billie, Brandt Compton, and David Kostyra have been named Commended Students in the 2017 National Merit Scholarship Program.

Health Inspection Report: Hamburgerseria

The Will County Health Department visited Hamburgerseria March 9 for a routine inspection. The restaurant received a sanitation score of 94.

District 202's $5.9M Surplus Dependent on State Funding

District 202 approved a 2016-17 fiscal plan that could show a $5.9 million operating surplus if the state meets its funding promises, according to a news release from the district.

Plainfield Couple to Appear on HGTV's 'House Hunters'

Buying a house can be stressful. Even more so when you have a camera crew following you around. But Bridget Biddinger and her husband Kevin rose to the occasion as HGTV’s “House Hunters” documented their search.

Drunken Driver Had 2 Young Children in Vehicle with Him: Police

A 35-year-old Joliet man is in jail after he was allegedly driving drunk with two young children in the car.

Bernie Sanders Wasn't Born the Last Time the Chicago Cubs Won 100 Games

The last time the Cubs won 100 games was 1935, and unless you're well into your 80s or older, you probably don't remember it.

Police Raid Manhattan Man’s Home, Seize Unspecified ‘Illegal Explosives’ — Cops

Police say they seized “illegal explosives” from a Manhattan man’s house during a raid Monday — but won’t say what it was they took.

Bolingbrook School Fundraiser Will Fund Anti-Bullying Program

The annual fundraiser includes a 3K run/walk.

Plainfield Police Arrest Alleged Target Armed Robber

The Plainfield Police Department has arrested the man believed to be responsible for the recent robbery of a Plainfield Target.

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• Joliet West High School Career Panel Kicks Off Human Services Academy Week
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• Will County Workforce Center to Host Weekly Job Fairs
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