Plaza 66 Foreclosure Suit Resolved, Owner Calls It 'Misunderstanding'

In 2021, Noe Patino installed downtown Joliet's first electronic digital advertising sign to promote his Plaza 66 on Ottawa Street.

Major Retailers Requiring Masks In Joliet: See The List

Following new CDC guidance on face coverings, many retailers are once again directing employees and customers to mask up.

State Rep. Walsh Commends Gov. For Law Protecting Auto Mechanics

Bill 3940, signed last week, ensures dealership mechanics are paid at the same rate regardless of a vehicle's warranty status.

Joliet Area Restaurants Received Revitalization Grants

Joliet area restaurants were helped by a federal program as part of the American Rescue Plan Act.

Empty Burger King Becomes Joliet Disgrace: Photos

In December, the long-time Joliet fast-food restaurant posted a sign for people to go elsewhere.

New Joliet Store: Merchandise Made By Indigenous People

Leo Gonzalez opened his Artesano Store in downtown Joliet at 103 North Ottawa St., Suite B. He's across the street from Tomczak Law Group.

PPP Loans Benefited Joliet Businesses

The Paycheck Protection Program helped around 435,736 Illinois businesses in 2021 alone, including some in Joliet.

'Another Liquor Store On Jefferson Street?' Asks Nelson Jewelry

Joliet's City Council will vote Tuesday night on a proposed liquor license for Angie's Liquors, 1308 West Jefferson St.

Smallcakes Opening Joliet Store Along Jefferson Street

Jeff Martin founded the Smallcakes Cupcakery that bakes and frosts 18 signature flavors every morning, according to the company's website.

Looking To Have Private Paint Party? New Joliet Business Opening

Donna Franks-Tapley, a Bolingbrook High School teacher, opens her Sol Artistic Solutions in Joliet at 81 North Chicago St. on Friday.

Tony's Fresh Market Still Plans To Renovate Joliet's Kmart

On Tuesday, high weeds lined the Kmart's entrance, spare tires sat in the parking lot, and no building contractors were on the site, again.

'Shoes Are For Everyone': Joliet Kreamers Has Target Date To Open

Tyrell Hundley, 22, spent four years with the U.S. Marines in Norway, Germany and Ireland. Now he's opening his first Joliet retail store.

​Troy CCSD 30C Board Vacancy

Troy CCSD 30C Board of Education seeks candidates

Eden Bar & Grill Sued By Woman Run Over In Parking Lot

Dontayasia Stephens was arrested April 3 after Joliet police say she drove over Charmiki Washington at Eden Bar & Grill and fled the scene.

Smoke Shop Superstore Opens In Joliet With Special Sale

Friday afternoon marked the first day of business for Smoke Shop Superstore, located at the corner of Jefferson and Midland.

Chignoli Auto Sales Sued By Bretz, Defective Brakes Alleged

Morris resident Riley M. Jones bought a car from Chignoli Auto in November 2019. Now, he's suing the long-time Joliet auto dealership.

Joliet Kreamers Opening Sneaker Shop In Downtown

The Joliet Kreamers storefront will be in the 100 block of North Chicago Street across from Kula's Jewelry & Loan and Jitters Coffee House.

Joliet's Off-Track Betting Moving To Jefferson Street

Bookie Magee's Hideaway & OTB has operated for many years behind the Menards but it may be relocating elsewhere in Joliet.

Joliet Clothing Store 'It Is Amazing' Excited For Summer

Joliet's Diane Harris opened It Is Amazing in 2018 at 76 North Chicago Street in Joliet's historic Barber Building.

Starbucks Restaurant Planned For Pier 1 Imports Site

Joliet's City Council is expected to vote on the redevelopment project along Plainfield Road at Tuesday's meeting.

Lion Electric Company Selects Joliet For First American-Based Electric Vehicle Production Facility

The new facility will produce more than 10,000 vehicles per year and is expected to begin operating in the fourth quarter of 2021.

Pritzker: Joliet Gets Lion Electric Auto Manufacturing Plant

Democratic Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker came to Joliet Friday to announce a Canadian-based electric vehicle company will expand to Joliet.

Future Tony's Fresh Market Draws 2 Inflatable Rats To Joliet

Company officials with Tony's Fresh Market chose to use non-union laborers to begin the interior demolition work in Joliet, the union says.

dd's Discounts Disappears From North Ridge Plaza Sign

In February, a sign alerted motorists that dd's Discounts was locating at Joliet's shopping plaza on Larkin Avenue. Now, it's gone.

Family Liquor Replaces Joliet's Family Video Store

Family Liquor Beer Wine & Spirits moved into the former Family Video store that closed last October on Route 59 and Theodore Street.

Tony's Fresh Market Seeks More Retail At Old Kmart Site

Real estate signs went up this week along West Jefferson Street urging other businesses to locate near the future Joliet grocery store.

Cheesecakes By James Reveals Everyone's New Favorite Slice

James Sankey opened his new storefront Cheesecakes By James last July at 81 North Chicago St. in downtown Joliet.

John Bays' Premier Building Hits Home Stretch

One of downtown Joliet's dumpiest vacant buildings, John Bays has attracted four tenants to occupy the first floor of the Premier Building.

Malnar's Tap & Restaurant Sues Insurance Company in Wisconsin

Downtown Joliet attorney Joseph Namikas, of Bretz, Flynn & Associates, filed the civil lawsuit against Society Insurance in Wisconsin.

Bishop's Hill Winery Opening: Joliet's New Tourism Draw

The property includes a castle-like structure built by a former German Brewmaster that is now available for wine tastings and events.

Empty Bob & Sis' Catering Gets Facelift, Won't Be Restaurant

The old Bob & Sis' building was just painted black. In the next few weeks, a new retail business is expected to open there.

Shot Inside World Kia Of Joliet, Woman, 62, Files Lawsuit

Attorney Robert Langendorf has filed a lawsuit against World Kia of Joliet and Everett Corbin, the man who shot his client.

Jewel-Osco, Aldi, Mariano's: Easter Grocery Store Hours In Joliet

Most pharmacies in Joliet will remain open on the Sunday holiday as some grocery chains will be closed.

Belle Tire To Build On West Jefferson Street, Plus Route 59

Belle Tire has plans to build a tire and repair shop on Joliet's Route 59 as well as one on West Jefferson Street.

How Coronavirus Affected Bankruptcy Filings In Joliet Area

Here's how the pandemic affected bankruptcies in Will County. Experts warn of a likely surge in coming years.

Joliet's 1st Gas Station West Of Route 59 Opens: Photos

Joliet Patch visited the new Lenny's Food N Fuel that just opened at Theodore Street and Drauden Road.

Gulf Express On Larkin: Another Blight On Joliet

The Citgo near the Joliet Regional Airport isn't the only west side gas station that sits empty. The Gulf Express remains vacant.

Crime Blamed For Joliet Citgo Station Closure Near Airport

Motorists continue to pull into the Citgo gas station along West Jefferson Street at Airport Drive, thinking it's open. It's not.

How Reliable Is Your Illinois Power Utility?

See how well utility providers in the Joliet area and across IL serve local customers.

dd's Discounts Opening On Joliet's West Side

A sign for dd's Discounts just went up along Larkin Avenue at the North Ridge Plaza.