Minooka’s Million-Dollar Tantrum To Sabotage American Jobs: Opinion Column

The following opinion editorial is from American Accountability Foundation President Tom Jones.

Obituary: Alice M. Zolp

A longtime Joliet resident passes away at the age of 95.

Obituary: Harry J. Litchfield, Jr.

A proud 25 year volunteer with the Troy Fire Protection District has passed away at the age of 84.

Obituary: Chad Michael Joseph Layfield

Chad's contagious laugh was always at the forefront during the things that brought him the most joy.

Obituary: Claudia Grizzi Coveny

An active member of First Assembly of God Church in Joliet has passed away at the age of 69.

Obituary: Richard Edward Butler

A survivor of the 1990 Plainfield tornado has passed away at the age of 51.

Obituary: Dorothy A. Borowski

A longtime volunteer for Holy Cross School in Joliet passes away at 87.

Obituary: William R. Crowe

He will be remembered for his generosity and willingness to help anyone in need.

Obituary: Richard J. Baranak

A lifelong Joliet resident passes away at the age of 67.

Obituary: Murrie Dean Peck

A U.S. Army National Guard member and Reservist passes away at 87.

Obituary: Genevieve T. Tuel

A lifelong Joliet resident and retired primary grade school teacher for the Joliet Public School District passes away at the age of 90.

Obituary: Marvin C. Kaiser

Proud owner/operator of Marvin C. Kaiser Trucking, Inc. and a longtime Joliet resident passes away at the age of 64.

Samantha Harer Case: CSI Work Faces Serious Scrutiny

An Illinois State Police sergeant and two Will County Sheriff's CSIs are likely to become household names by the time the federal case ends.

Samantha Harer Cover-Up? YouTube Video Nears 20,000 Views

Rachel Shannon asks, what do you think of Samantha's case? Do you think there's a cover-up going on here?

Harer Case: Most Gun Suicides Are Not Women: Ferak Column

The following is an opinion column by John Ferak, Editor of Joliet Patch and Channahon-Minooka Patch.

Ten week old Kora Marie Middono dies of her injuries on June 3rd

Baby girl Kora taken too soon.

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Plainfield resident to receive free car at Thomas Nissan

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Is This Really the Definition of 'Small' Business?

The Small Business Administration is increasing the number of employees and annual revenue benchmarks for businesses to qualify for financial assistance.

Last Chance to Win $25K to Help Your Business

The Wells Fargo Works project is award five small businesses $25,000 plus professional mentorship. Find out how you can enter here.

U.S. House Approves Permanent Small Business Tax Breaks

Republicans largely support the measure, but Democrats say it will force spending cuts in other areas.

Young Rembrandts is hiring

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Big Business Good for New Products, but Bad for U.S. Jobs: Gallup Survey

A majority of respondents said big business is bad at growing the U.S. economy, and favored small business innovations.

Here's How You Can Win $25K to Improve Your Business

The Wells Fargo Works project is award five small businesses $25,000 plus professional mentorship. Find out how you can enter here.

Big Tips for Small Business with Freelancer.com's Nikki Parker

Outsourcing, crowdfunding and getting things done for small businesses in the global web economy

These Must-See Sandwich Boards Will Crack You Up

FREE (hugs), (cold) BEER. Eye-catching, clever and inviting are three keys to mastering the sandwich board. What are your tips for signs that demand customers' attention and business?

Local resident graduates Leadership program

Former Sports Greats Set to Golf for Marklund

Is Your Business Ready for the Shark Tank?

Other business from Patch towns have survived the Shark Tank. Learn how you can get on the show, and a few tips to help if you get there.

More People are Biking to Work; Are You?

It's National Bike to Work Week, and many more people are commuting on bikes than a decade ago. See where your city ranks nationally.