'I Heart Downtown Joliet Video Premier Party' Will Be Free To Attend

"The premiere will unveil a series of captivating new videos that highlight the ongoing revitalization of Chicago Street," Joliet announced.

$200,800 To Bail Out Struggling Downtown Joliet Businesses: City Hall

Mayor D'Arcy and City Manager Beth Beatty raised property taxes, allowing Joliet to use funds to help downtown businesses amid construction.

Ex-Joliet Deputy Chief Marc Reid Accused Of Phone Tampering: Lawsuit

Downtown Joliet lawyer and former two-term mayor, Bob O'Dekirk, has refiled his civil lawsuit, this time at the Will County Courthouse.

NorthPoint, Joliet Sued By Manhattan, Plus Several People: Here's Why

In 2023, NorthPoint executives told Patch they now have access or control of roughly 4,000 acres in the Joliet and the Will County region.

Will County 'Recyclepalooza' Returns For Your Spring Cleaning

There is a limit of two TVs and 15 gallons of paint per vehicle, Will County government officials pointed out.

Cannabis Store On Jefferson Street Rejected 5-0 By Joliet Zoning Board

Despite hearing from more supporters of the proposed cannabis dispensary, the Joliet zoning board voted unanimously against the project.

Mayor D'Arcy Endorses Damon Zdunich For Joliet City Council Seat

Damon Zdunich is one of five candidates on the ballot, plus there are two write-ins, for three open Joliet City Council at large seats.

Joliet Needs Term Limits On City Council: John Sheridan Explains Why

The president of Joliet's Cunningham Neighborhood Association addressed the Council. Only Council member Suzanna Ibarra spoke up in favor.

New Subdivision Approved For Land Owned By Mayor Terry D'Arcy

D'Arcy opted not to talk about his role in the subdivision development near his auto dealership on Essington. He abstained from the vote.

Mayor D'Arcy: Reject New Joliet Bar Proposed For 926 Gardner Street

Issuing a liquor license for 926 Gardner St., formerly Eden's Bar and Grill, is not in the best interests of Joliet, D'Arcy wrote.

Cannabis Dispensary For West Jefferson Street In Joliet: Details Here

Bisa Lina expects to serve 300 to 700 customers per day at this location, with peak periods between 4 and 8 p.m., the city of Joliet noted.

Will Mayor D'Arcy Give State Of City Address In 2025?

This may mark the second year in a row that Joliet's first-term mayor has chosen not to give a presentation aimed at Joliet's residents.

Will Co. Judge Ripped By County Clerk Annette Parker

The Will County State’s Attorney’s office has indicated to me they intend to appeal the decision, County Clerk Annette Parker revealed.

Joliet's Loves Truck Stop Being Built, 4-Month Road Closure Announced

Years ago, east-side of Joliet residents launched a GoFundMe to raise $60,000 to continue their lawsuit to stop the Loves project.

Cesar Guerrero Defeats Will Co. Clerk, Name Will Be On April 1 Ballot

Will County Clerk Annette Parker, a Republican, wanted the Republican candidate to run unopposed on April 1, but a judge has stopped that.

Cesar Guerrero Ignored His $6,500 Election Fine For Years: Will Co.

The Will County State's Attorney's Office called Cesar Guerrero to testify Thursday before Will County Judge Victoria Breslan.

Bob O'Dekirk Reveals Next Move After Federal Lawsuit Fails

Joliet's former two-term mayor filed a federal RICO lawsuit against former Joliet police officials including Al Roechner and Marc Reid.

'Donald Trump's Dangerous Policies' Blasted By Joliet's State Rep

Manley voted to call out President Trump for pardoning the confessed and convicted criminals charged for their actions on Jan. 6, 2021.

Ex-Joliet Mayor O'Dekirk's Federal Lawsuit Falls Apart, Judge Rules

Roechner, Reid, Mudron, McFarland and Hosey used Dickinson as their puppet to hatch their conspiracy, the federal lawsuit claimed.

SUED: Will Co. Clerk Parker Smacked With Cesar Guerrero's Lawsuit

Will County Judge Victoria Breslan will conduct an emergency hearing to decide Cesar Guerrero's fate in the Joliet Township Supervisor race.

2nd Will County Sheriff Candidate Emerges For 2026 Democratic Primary

The Friends to Elect Patrick Jones for Will County Sheriff has posted an introductory video on YouTube letting everyone about Jones.

Joliet Pays Chicago PR Company To Handle Social Media At City Hall

The Joliet City Council will vote on the social media services contract to pay Exclusive Public Relations $63,250 for the rest of 2025.

Joliet Wants Someone To Acquire Crabigale's Comedy Club Building

The Crabigale's Comedy Club has been empty for at least 18 years in downtown Joliet.

Is Cesar Guerrero On Election Ballot For Joliet Township Supervisor?

Will County Democrat Party issued a press release on Friday maintaining that the voters will be able to see Guerrero's name on the ballot.

Malnar's Fire 5-Year Anniversary: Here's Why Property Looks Decrepit

On Nov. 1, 2022, Joliet's City Council voted unanimously 7-0 to declare the Malnar's Tap building a public nuisance.

Joliet Fire Department Off To Washington, D.C. For National Award

The event will be at the Marriott Marquis in Washington, D.C. with an audience of 1,200 state and national fire and emergency services.

Remove Cannabis Odor As Probable Cause For Searching Cars: Ventura

"SB 42 is another step forward in modernizing Illinois cannabis laws," said Peter Contos of Cannabis Equality Illinois.

Joliet: Water Storage Tank Donation, Easement Agreement Revealed

The donated land will facilitate construction of a new elevated water storage tank, essential for delivering water to Joliet’s southeast.

134 Joliet City Employees Topped $170,000 In Pay Last Year

Joliet Police Chief Bill Evans was the 38th highest paid Joliet employee in 2024 while Joliet Fire Chief Jeff Carey was the 34th highest.

Ice Jams On Kankakee River: Will County Reveals Plan To Stop Them

“This is a precautionary measure ahead of possible ice jam conditions,” said Will County EMA Director Allison Anderson.

Stone Facade At Will County Courthouse Now Being Replaced: County

Now that the weather has finally warmed up a bit, contractors were out fixing the Will County Courthouse in downtown Joliet.

Big Piece Of Will County Building Falls Off, Nearly Hits Employees

County officials are working with the architect, builder and contractor to inspect all the stone trim outside the courthoue.

Firing Of Joliet Police Officer Alfonso Sanchez: Hearing Underway

In December, Patch reported how officer Alfonso Sanchez has been notified of his recommended termination from the Joliet Police Department.

Empty Building In Joliet Since 2012 Won't Be Vacant Much Longer

The current owner, Pilsen Wellness Center Inc., purchased the property in May 2024.

10 Photos: What Do Joliet's Downtown Streets Look Like Now?

Safety fencing for pedestrian routes is in place throughout the construction zone but all businesses are open.

400 New Homes For Caton Farm Road? Joliet City Council To Vote

The Joliet Planning Commission voted 5-2 in favor of the Vista Ridge Subdivision at its December 12 meeting.

Joliet To Loan $3.5 Million For Black Road Library Project?

The proposed loan would be for a term of 20 years at market interest rates.

Jefferson Street Bridge, City Hall Reopen After City Restores Power

The cause of the water main break is believed to be aging infrastructure.

City Hall Shakeups, A New Tram and More Taxes: City Manager's 2024

After spending most of her career with the Chicago, working under four different mayors, Beth Beatty came to Joliet in December 2023.

One Of Joliet's Great Achievements In 2024 Now Under Construction

March marked the five-year anniversary of the Joliet Bakers Square restaurant being permanently closed.It's at 2211 West Jefferson Street.