Industrial Warehouse On Rot Farm Gets Approval Following Vote That Stalled Project In August

An industrial warehouse spanning 1.2 million square feet will be constructed at the northwest corner of Ridge and Johnson roads.

Plainfield Village Board Extends Moratorium On Data Centers

Trustees unanimously to extend the moratorium 180 more days.

Plainfield Election Guide 2026: Candidates, Referendums And How To Vote

This is what Plainfield voters need to know about candidates, ballot questions, early voting and more ahead of the Nov. 3 general election.

3 Plainfield Trustee Seats Will Be On 2027 Consolidated Election Ballot

Voters will take to the polls in April to choose three people to fill the expiring trustee seats.

Village Board Rejects Proposal For 1.2M-Square-Foot Warehouse Development

The developer first began working with the village two years ago on the proposal to build a warehouse off Ridge Road and Johnson Street.

'Pattern' Of Sexual Harassment: Newly Released Ethics Report Says Ex-State Rep. Benton Violated State Law

The legislative inspector general found the former state representative committed two separate acts of sexual harassment.

Ethics Commission Votes To Publish Harry Benton Investigation Report

The Legislative Ethics Commission unanimously voted to release the report about the ex-state representative from Plainfield.

Pritzker Urges IL House Speaker To Be 'Completely Transparent' About Harry Benton Investigation: Report

"The speaker has a responsibility to be utterly and completely transparent about the situation," the governor said, per a report.

Democrats Appoint Jessica Dixon Heitman To Replace Ex-State Rep. Harry Benton

She fills the seat left vacant by Benton, who resigned earlier this month amid allegations of harassment, according to a report.

Rep. Harry Benton Resigns After Pressure From House Speaker

Speaker Emanuel "Chris" Welch said he had Benton's resignation letter, effective Friday evening.

Plainfield State Rep. Pushed To Resign Over 'Outrageous, Unethical, Unbecoming' Conduct: IL House Speaker

"If he does not resign, we will initiate the process of expelling him from the House," House Speaker Emanuel Welch said.

Plainfield Approves Open-Carry Alcohol Policy For Cruise Nights

Visitors will soon be able to purchase alcohol from a licensed business and consume it while perusing cool cars at Plainfield Cruise Nights.

Plainfield's Population Sees Big Increase: Special Census

Here's how much Plainfield's population has grown since 2020, according to newly released Special Census results.

Expansive Wallin Woods Development Approved Again: Here's Why

The development is set to bring more than 560 residences and a large commercial building near the already built Wallin Woods subdivision.

Data Center Moratorium Imposed In Plainfield After Unanimous Village Board Vote

It's "highly likely" the 180-day moratorium will be extended multiple times, the mayor said, as staff research and develop a new UDO.

Plainfield Village Board To Pass Moratorium On Data Centers: 'Don't Even Bother Applying'

The Village Board will vote on the 180-day moratorium at Monday night's meeting.

Plainfield Looks For Community Feedback About Accessibility Improvements

The upcoming meeting will be about Plainfield's Americans with Disabilities Act Transition Plan.

2 Democrats On The Ballot For IL House District 84 Primary Race: 2026 Election

Incumbent Stephanie Kifowit is not seeking an eighth term, and two Democrats are vying in the primary in hopes of taking her seat.

Plainfield 2026 Primary Election Guide: Who's Running, What You Need To Know

The Illinois primary is March 17. Here is everything you need to know to cast your vote in Plainfield.

Harry Benton No Longer Welcome At House Democratic Caucus Meetings: Reports

Benton, of Plainfield, was removed from all eight of his committee assignments, according to a report.

Plainfield Post Office Could Be Renamed After Fallen Joliet Soldier

A bill is looking to rename the post office as the "Staff Sergeant Jose Dueñez Jr. Post Office Building."

Lockport Street House That Underwent 'Painstaking Restoration' Receives Landmark Status

The circa 1888 house was recommended for landmark status for being an "[E]xceptional Queen Anne house."

Historic Plainfield Home Will Be Transformed Into Bed And Breakfast For Sanctuary Events

One party of up to 10 guests of Sanctuary Events will be able to rent the circa 1841 Riverfront Manor.

288 More Apartment Units Approved Near Downtown Plainfield

Mayor John Argoudelis said the apartments work toward his goal to boost downtown Plainfield's density instead of tearing up nearby farmland.

Debate Ensues As Plainfield Considers Becoming Sister Cities With Moldova Town

The village will investigate what an agreement would look like if Plainfield and Nisporeni, Moldova, were to become sister cities.

Special Census Counting Resumes In Plainfield

Counting for the Special Census was paused due to the record-long federal government shutdown.

New Ordinance Allows E-Bikes, E-Scooters In Plainfield

The new ordinance implements age restrictions on e-scooters and e-bikes and designates where it is lawful to ride them.

Special Census Count Begins In Plainfield

Village staff estimate Plainfield's population has grown by about 10 percent since the 2020 Census.

Developer OKed For Industrial Building On Plainfield Mining Site To Dedicate 124 Acres For Green Space

​"It’s all going to be a really positive project for everybody," Mayor John Argoudelis told Patch.

Plainfield Keeps Grocery Tax Despite Elimination Of State Tax

Plainfield will implement a grocery tax to counter Illinois's soon-to-be-eliminated tax — "We look at it as a status quo," the mayor said.

Volunteer Sought For Plainfield Police Commission

A commissioner, who must reside in Plainfield to qualify, will be appointed by the mayor and serve for two years.

Owner Plans To Tear Down 'Eyesore,' Build Downtown Plainfield Triplex

A Village Board vote will allow a homeowner to proceed with tearing down a circa 1920 house to replace it with a multi-family structure.

Argoudelis Declares Win In Plainfield Mayor Race: Election Results

The incumbent mayor secured a second term over three challengers in the 2025 race for mayor of Plainfield, according to unofficial totals.

4 Candidates Vie For Mayor In Plainfield: 2025 Election

Three candidates are challenging incumbent John Argoudelis for mayor of Plainfield in Tuesday's consolidated election.

Bruce Darata For Wheatland Township Assessor: Candidate Survey

Bruce Darata, a Republican candidate, is running unopposed for the role of assessor for Wheatland Township.

Matthew Glowiak For Wheatland Township Trustee: Candidate Survey

Matthew Glowiak, also a Wheatland 22 Precinct committee person, is one of four candidates running to become a trustee in Wheatland Township.

Jim Kopchok For Wheatland Township Tax Collector: Candidate Survey

Jim Kopchok is the Democratic candidate for tax collector in Wheatland Township.

Jeff Klein For Wheatland Township Trustee: Candidate Survey

Jeff Klein, a resident of Plainfield, is one of four Democratic candidates for trustee in Wheatland Township.

Mary Frances For Wheatland Township Trustee: Candidate Survey

Mary Frances, a 30-year resident of Wheatland Township, is one of four Democratic candidates for trustee in the township.

Terry Jones For Wheatland Township Clerk: Candidate Survey

Currently a trustee, Terry Jones is the Democratic candidate for Wheatland Township clerk.

Road Renamed To Honor Slain State Trooper

The stretch of Route 53 in front of the state police headquarters will now be designated Trooper Richard G. Warner Memorial Highway.