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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — An Alabama student who died from what police believe was an accidental drowning while on holiday in Spain will be laid to rest at his home outside Chicago next week. So beloved by friends and family, there were two memorial services held this week–in Chicago...

MOKENA, Ill. - The human remains found on Tuesday in south suburban Mokena were identified as those of Terhan F. Gordon, of Joliet. Gordon, 36, was reported missing by his family in July of 2025, according to the Will County Coroner’s Office. His remains were found in a field...

When prosecutors asked a Cook County judge to detain Jacob Sickel as a public safety threat after charging him with three armed robberies, she sent him home on an ankle monitor instead. Two years later, Sickel pleaded guilty Thursday, and thanks to the credit he earned while wearing that monitor, he has roughly 10...

Join us for our April YPN at Shanahan's Pub! Enjoy complimentary appetizers, drink specials, great music, and more! Bring your business cards to share with others. (There will be 2 musicians playing from 6-7 pm; everyone is invited to stay for the acoustic jam after the Chamber event!) Shanahan’s: Always...

Residents have only a few days left to turn in their Business Passport and receipts at Village Hall for a chance to win local gift card prizes. The program features 25 North Aurora businesses across food, retail, automotive, and beauty services, including A&W Restaurant (113 S. Lincolnway), Harner’s Bakery (10 W....

Homeschool families are invited to the Homeschool Book Chat on Thursday, April 9, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Geneva Public Library District – Quiet Corner. This program is designed for kids in grades K–8 to connect with other homeschoolers, share what they’re reading, and explore new books across all...

Lake Park High School District 108 has decided not to raise student fees for the 2026–2027 school year. The Board of Education accepted a recommendation to keep all fees at their current levels. That means families will pay the same amounts as last year — for example, the general fee stays at $339, driver education...

Will County’s manufacturing scene is buzzing this month, with solid openings for hands‑on workers and students looking to grow their skills. Here are a few worth checking out:

Aurora residents can recycle old electronics for free at the Route 59 Metra Train Station (1090 N. IL Route 59) on Saturday, April 25, from 8 A.M. to 12 P.M. Registration is required and opens Friday, April 3, at 7 A.M. The event is limited to the first 2,000 residents, and ID is required.

The Village of La Grange and the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) are developing a plan to make South La Grange Road safer, more accessible, and more vibrant. Residents are invited to take part in a web-based visioning survey to share their thoughts on topics like corridor access and safety, vitality,...