Republicans On Will County Board Oppose Redistricting Plans Pushed By Democrats In Political Power

“We are the fastest growing county in the state of Illinois. Why would we reduce the board members?” Oxley asked.

Joliet Taxpayers On Hook For Over $2 Million: Eric Lurry Federal Lawsuit Settlement Revealed By City

In the summer of 2020, tensions were heightened around Joliet as demonstrators and activists held several protests in Eric Lurry's memory.

Lt. Jeremy Harrison Hopes To Win Termination Hearing Before Joliet Police & Fire Board Next Week: Ettinger

Attorney Michael Ettinger is representing Jeremy Harrison, who was recommended for firing by Joliet Police Chief Bill Evans late last year.

Joliet Votes On Redevelopment For Galowich Family YMCA Now That New Shorewood YMCA Has Opened

Dive Right In Scuba, Inc., is requesting a variation to allow an indoor and outdoor commercial recreation facility.

DICK's House Of Sport Bringing New Shopping Experience To Joliet's Thriving Development: Patch Exclusive

Rock Run Collection at I-55 and I-80 continues to flourish. Hollywood Casino Joliet is the anchor and now there's The View apartment units.

Bill Evans' Tenure As JPD Chief: Violent Crime Dropped, Shootings Declined Despite 2024 Mass Murder Spree

In 2024, Chief Evans was responsible for spearheading the mass murder investigation committed by Romeo Nance on Joliet's West Acres Road.

Negligence By City Of Joliet Prompts Lawsuit From Woman Out Walking Her Dog: Lawyer Seeks $50,000 Or More

This week's lawsuit names the city of Joliet as the defendants. The plaintiff is Rhonda Northrup.

Don 'Duck' Dickinson's Lawsuit Against Roechner, Reid And City Of Joliet Falls Apart: Judge Explains Why

Don Dickinson resigned from the Joliet City Council after he accused Mayor Bob O'Dekirk of blackmailing him over explicit photos.

Joliet Bringing Over 1,200 'Meaningful' New Jobs To City Of Champions: Mayor D'Arcy Reacts

We welcome this partnership and look forward to the long-term opportunities it will create for our residents and our region: Terry D'Arcy

City Square 95 Percent Done, Dome Of Unity's Arrival In Joliet Just Weeks Away: Photo Gallery

Joliet Patch visited the city of Joliet's new City Square on Monday. It's the biggest project tackled by Mayor Terry D'Arcy during his term.

Jane Goodall Day In IL : 'Her Lifelong Legacy Continues To Inspire Conservation,' Sen. Rachel Ventura Says

She also became a celebrated author of 32 books, with her most recent publication The Book of Hope: A Survival Guide for Trying Times.

Joliet's New PR Director For City Hall Will Make $46,000 Less Than Rosemaria DiBenedetto Did In Role

Prior to her municipal service, Thompson held leadership roles at a Chicago-area public relations agency.

Joliet Technology Center Vote By City Council Goes 8 To 1, Audience Claps With Approval

Monday's data center meeting lasted over seven-and-half hours, forcing city officials to reconvene their discussion to a later date.

Dan Jungles Issues Statement After Will County Sheriff's Primary Defeat In Democratic Primary

In November, Patrick Sgt. Jones of the Will County Sheriff's Office will go up against Will County Sheriff's Deputy Jim Reilly.

Despite Kelley Endorsement, Jungles Loses Democratic Sheriff Primary By Wide Margin

Voters in the Democratic primary had to choose between newly promoted undersheriff Dan Jungles and sheriff's sergeant Patrick Jones.

IL Secretary Of State 2026 Primary Results: Joliet Woman Emerges Victorious In Republican Contest

Two Republican candidates faced off for Illinois Secretary of State. For the Democrats, incumbent Alexi Giannoulias was unopposed.

'How Much Money Is Joliet City Planner Going To Get From This Project?' Data Center Foe Asks Council

Jayne Bernhard was involved in staff conversations about the Joliet data center project. Her family is selling the land for the data center.

Mayor D'Arcy Responds: 'I Did Not Fall Asleep Last Night' During Data Center Joliet City Council Debate

The 30-year-old nurse at the podium politely stopped her remarks after she noticed Mayor Terry D'Arcy during her comments.

Gov. Pritzker Makes It Happen: Joliet's Failed Lion Electric, Empty Caterpillar Plant Gaining 2,500 New Jobs

“We are proud to welcome Hyundai Translead to Illinois as a new manufacturer in our state," Governor JB Pritzker declared.

Jim Glasgow Blasted For Targeting Another Hispanic Elected Official In Joliet, Losing Once Again

Tomczak Law Group Attorney Anna Rose Bertani said, “It is time to stop this vindictive action against Councilman Moreno."

Illinois Secretary Of State Race: Primary Election 2026

Two Republican candidates face off for Illinois Secretary of State. For the Democrats, the primary involves the incumbent officeholder.

Joliet Data Center Doesn't Get Yes Or No, City Council Meeting Passes Midnight, Vote Moved To Thursday

The City of Joliet is comfortable that the planned water use will not strain the local system, noted Dustin Anderson in his Council memo.

Jim Glasgow Loses Legal Bid To Remove Joliet Councilman Juan Moreno From Office After 7-Month Fight

Will County Judge Jennifer Lynch issued her ruling on Monday morning.

Joliet Technology Center Vote: City Leader Gives Endorsement For $100 Million Data Center Project

The City of Joliet's dedicated webpage for the proposed data center project can be found at Joliet.gov.

"I Did Not Call Or Refer To African-American Citizens As 'Monkeys": Bob O'Dekirk Lawsuit Affidavit

"The racist words attributed to me by then Joliet Police Chief Al Roechner are false," said the former two-term mayor of Joliet under oath.

Nick Crowley's Days At Joliet's Police Department Are Officially Over: There Will Be No Appeal

Crowley has decided to pursue other career paths and has notified the city of Joliet's Human Resources Department, officials said.

Demoted As Joliet Deputy Police Chief, Marc Reid Taking Over Elwood's Police Department As New Chief

After retiring from Joliet's Police Department in early April 2021, Marc Reid started working that June for Elwood Police Chief Fred Hayes.

Joliet To Spend $1 Million For Ottawa Street Parking Garage Upgrades, Chicago Company Picked

Greg Ruddy's Council memo indicates Joliet's new City Square Project is his reasoning for spending another $1 million in taxpayer funds.

Joliet Technology Center Draws Big Turnout, Local 597's Doc Gregory Predicts City Council Support

For union construction jobs, the Joliet Technology Center marks the biggest project since the Braidwood Nuclear Station was built in 1980s.

Joliet Sued By Woman Injured On Broken City Of Joliet Sidewalk Near West Side Intersection

Gina Dyar has retained the law firm of Whiteside and Goldberg to file her complaint against the city of Joliet. She's seeking over $50,000.

Joliet Technology Center Open House Set For Next Week: 'An Open, Transparent Dialogue With The Community'

Joliet City Planner Jayne Bernhard’s family owns farmland included among the properties under consideration for the new Joliet data center.

D'Arcy Abstains On Prairie Landing Vote, 'This Is Not A D'Arcy Development, It Is A Horton Development': Hug

The Joliet City Council reviewed the 120-unit single family housing subdivision during Monday and Tuesday's meetings.

Liquid Therapy Bar And Restaurant Along Route 6: Joliet City Council To Vote On Redevelopment Project

The location would initially have around five employees with the potential for up to 10 employees, the Joliet City Council agenda advised.

Joliet Taxpayers Pay $87,000 Settlement To Man Improperly Arrested, Tasered By Officers Desiderio, Gruber

Joliet Police Officers Jack Desiderio and Jennifer Gruber were responsible for the improper arrest of Jason Heath in September 2023.

Ex-Mayor Bob O'Dekirk Loses His Lawsuit One More Time Against His Political Enemies In Joliet

In 2023, the former two-term mayor filed a federal RICO lawsuit against ex-Joliet police officials, including Al Roechner and Marc Reid.

Knights Of Columbus Faces Lawsuit: Plaintiff Seeks $50,000 Judgment Against Joliet Columbian Club

A lawsuit outlines why a delivery man is suing the organization.

Joliet Data Center: City Planner's Family 'Poised To Make The Mega Millions,' Audience Member Claims

At Tuesday's Joliet City Council meeting, an audience member speaking against the data center implored Joliet Patch to pursue a story.

Pat Mudron Blasts Jan Quillman, Prompting Applause From Joliet City Council Audience

A former wrestling champion at Joliet Catholic, City Councilman Pat Mudron enthusiastically voted in favor of JCA's new football stadium.

Jan Quillman Slams Joliet Catholic Academy's New Football Stadium Project: What She Said

Tuesday night's vote was predetermined, it was already a done deal, Joliet's longest serving City Councilperson revealed.

Joliet Wants To Spend $10,000 Per Month For Consultant To Lobby On City's Behalf In Springfield

Governmental Consulting Solutions, Inc. was selected to provide state advocacy services, the Joliet City Council agenda reads.