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Kankakee Boosts Economy with $226 Million Infrastructure Revamp Under Rebuild Illinois Program
Kankakee is experiencing a construction boom with the introduction of 11 major projects as part of the Rebuild Illinois capital program. Announced today by the Illinois Department of Transportation, these projects aim to enhance safety, mobility, and job creation in the region. The investments, exceeding $226 million, are made possible by the historic, bipartisan initiative championed by Gov. JB Pritzker. "Rebuild Illinois is revitalizing communities and neighborhoods by investing in projects and people in the Kankakee area and throughout the state," Gov. Pritzker said in a statement obtained by Illinois.gov.
Illinois Finally Signs Agreement to Build $1B Invasive Carp Barrier, Now That the State Isn’t on the Hook for Entire Lifelong Maintenance Tab
After months of negotiations, Illinois finally signed onto a project partnership agreement this week with the state of Michigan and the Army Corps of Engineers to move forward with construction of what’s largely viewed as the last line of defense against invasive carp entering the Great Lakes. The best...
Joliet Traffic Alert: Desplaines Street Closed Due to Falling Concrete
Joliet, IL – Desplaines Street is currently closed at the railroad bridge near Marion Street due to falling concrete from the bridge. The Joliet Police Department announced the closure on Saturday, citing safety concerns. According to the department, the closure is expected to last throughout the weekend as crews assess and repair the damage.
Peotone FFA Honored at State Convention
Members of the Peotone FFA chapter attended the 96th annual Illinois State FFA Convention June 11-13, along with more than 5,000 other FFA members, advisors, and guests. With a theme of “United as One,” the three-day event annually recognizes achievements of Illinois FFA members, elects the major state officer team, and celebrates agriculture.
Cook County veteran gifted new roof from local contractor: 'It was like winning the lottery'
THORNTON, Ill. - There’s a new roof going up on a house in south suburban Thornton. Normally, that’s not big news. But under this new roof, a remarkable story played out involving a military veteran with an ill granddaughter who got a helping hand from a local contractor.
New Rainbow Cone shop to open in Chicago suburb
FLOSSMOOR, Ill. - Flossmoor is set to welcome a new Rainbow Cone store this week. The new ice cream shop will open Wednesday at 19805 S. Crawford Ave., near Richton Township High School. The festivities will kick off with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10:30 a.m., followed by the store's opening at 11 a.m. The first 50 customers in line will receive a free Rainbow Cone.
After Matteson Freight Train Derailment, Local Officials Look to Ensure Community’s Safety
Residents of south suburban Matteson were in for a shock the morning of June 27 when a major freight train derailment caused nearly 25 cars to fall off the tracks, resulting in a temporary evacuation order for up to 300 people. Trains are running again and there are no reported...
Jones and Gray-Everett vote with Henyard at brief Thornton Township special meeting
SOUTH HOLLAND, Ill. (July 2, 2024) – The July 1 special meeting agenda that was reportedly posted on the Thornton Township website Friday contained seven items. The meeting lasted almost exactly 10 minutes, though it started nearly 20 minutes late, so those who arrived on time still spent a half-hour in session.
Cook County residents advised to check property tax bills after homeowner hit with 3,811% increase
COOK COUNTY - Darryl Lloyd of unincorporated Chicago Heights was shocked to receive his latest property tax bill, which showed an astronomical increase due to clerical errors. Lloyd's second installment tax bill skyrocketed from $1,800 to over $30,000, representing a staggering 3,811% increase. "I was literally devastated," said Lloyd, reflecting...
Bourbonnais Trustees pass garage sale ordinance
Bourbonnais residents will soon need to get a permit to hold a garage sale. During last night’s Village Board meeting, trustees passed the ordinance creating the new permit, but with one change. Mayor Paul Schore. Schore says the ordinance limits Village residents to three garage sales a year, no...
Illinois Indiana Traffic Advisory: Military Procession for Fallen Soldier to Impact O’Hare, Route 30
Dyer, IN – This evening, between 6 p.m. and 7 p.m., residents are advised to expect traffic disruptions as a military funeral procession honors 27-year-old SSG US Army Brandon Fassoth, who passed away while on active duty. According to the Town of Dyer Police Department, the procession will start...
Flossmoor Public Art Commission holds garden art fundraiser to pay for public art display
Art lovers in one south suburb are holding a unique auction to help pay for a public art display. Nancy Burrows is co-chair of the Flossmoor Public Art Commission, which has erected several sculptures around the village.
MFPD Hires Full-Time Firefighter
The Manhattan Fire Protection District Board voted to approve the hiring of one new full-time firefighter at the June 17 meeting. Firefighter David Blanton, of Peotone, formally was appointed the following day at the Fire Commissioners meeting. Blanton worked part-time for the district and received his paramedic certification in September...
Lamar Johnson Collaborative, Urban3 to complete comprehensive plan for Joliet
The City of Joliet has approved two companies to complete a plan that will direct the next decade of development. Joliet has not completed a long-term comprehensive plan for nearly six decades. Lamar Johnson Collaborative and Urban3 were chosen following a two-year process. A comprehensive plan is a blueprint that...
Trains Operational in Matteson Following Controlled Burn of Gas After Derailment
Following a train derailment in Matteson, normalcy begins to return as trains are again coursing through the town, reports ABC7 Chicago. Canadian National Railway has completed the controlled burning of flammable gases from the compromised railcars, a necessary step taken in the aftermath of last Thursday's incident involving around 25 derailed train cars.
Assessor's Office hosts webinar about property taxes amid record-high property tax increases
The South Suburban Housing Center and the Cook County Assessor's Office are hosting a webinar about property taxes on Tuesday, July 9. Participants will learn about the triannual reassessment cycle, property tax saving exemptions from a Cook County Assessor representative, and engage in a Q&A session. The webinar follows a...
Will County: WNV Detected in Mosquitoes
The Will County Health Department’s Environmental Health division announced mosquitoes collected in Joliet have tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV). These results represent the first WNV positive mosquitoes identified in Will County this year, and residents are reminded to protect themselves from mosquito bites and mosquito-borne diseases. No human cases of West Nile Virus have been reported so far this year.
Grant Park, IL – Boil Water Advisory Amid SCADA System Malfunction
Grant Park, IL – Residents of Grant Park are under a precautionary boil water advisory after a malfunction in the SCADA system led to a drop in water pressure. Aqua has issued the advisory for notified customers, urging them to boil water for consumption and domestic use. The advisory will remain in effect until further notice. Aqua officials recommend bringing water to a boil for five minutes before use.
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