St. Charles splashes into summer
As the school year is coming to a close, you may find yourself looking for an event to kick off summer break on the right foot. From music performances to summer night celebrations, the Fox Valley area offers options for everyone. The City of St. Charles is hosting another year...
Casten hears small-business concerns
Understanding what issues are impacting small-business owners has kept U.S. Rep. Sean Casten, D-Downers Grove, on the move. Visiting with business owners and village officials in five communities in his Sixth Congressional District was a priority of his, Casten said. “Either you take advantage of the time you are not..
Mixed opinions circulating on statewide BUILD Act housing proposals
A set of state bills called the BUILD Act is garnering a variety of opinions about whether it’s a reasonable way to increase affordable housing in Illinois — especially amid concerns that portions of the proposal could decrease local control. Since its introduction in March, the BUILD Act...
This Strange Illinois Store Feels Like Halloween All Year Long
I have a confession to make: I once drove nearly an hour out of my way just to visit a horror-themed shop tucked inside an Illinois river town, and I would happily do it again. The moment the front door creaks open, the outside world disappears and permanent Halloween takes over.
$10,000 reward offered in murder of Uber driver, passenger in East Garfield Park
An Uber driver and his passenger were ambushed and killed in East Garfield Park on Thursday night, and now Cook County Crime Stoppers is offering up to $10,000 for information that leads investigators to the shooter. Jassen Cho, 38, and his passenger, 18-year-old Damarion Johnson, were riding in Cho’s white...
Popular Joliet Mall Restaurant Shuts Down Following Tragic Incident
Anthony’s Restaurant and Pub has closed after 12 years in business. According to the official announcement, the restaurant served its final dinner on Saturday, May 9. In the announcement, the team thanked guests and the local community for their support. Joliet’s Favorite Anthony’s Restaurant and Pub Shuts Down...
Anthony’s Restaurant & Pub Abruptly Closes Its Doors
Anthony’s Restaurant & Pub has closed its doors, one week after a murder occurred outside its doors. The establishment, located a 3151 Voyager Lane in Joliet, just west of the Louis Joliet Mall, has had a troubled past, with a number of issues occurring over the past 12 years.
Owner of Illinois freight transport company indicted for $4 million fraud schemes
A Chicago businessman has been accused of orchestrating fraud and money laundering schemes that netted him millions of dollars. According to an indictment unsealed on May 6, 2026, Raed Naser, 41, was charged with eleven counts of wire fraud and four counts of money laundering in U.S. District Court in Chicago, Illinois
St. Laurence’s Maddie Misch speeds up the pace as senior
St. Laurence senior Maddie Misch isn’t trying to throw harder. Instead, she’s focused more on her spin and location on her pitches. The little uptick in speed? Well, that just kind of comes naturally. Misch’s formula has worked all year for the Vikings, including earning the win on...
Opening night rainout will not deter Worth Cruisers
A large downpour resulted in the cancellation of the first Worth Cruisers Car Show on May 4, but organizers said this will not deter them in the future. “We got set up and then the rain came and we had to shut it down,” said Trustee Rich Dziedzic, who is the chief organizer of the event. “But we still had 40 cars show
