$100,000 Taxpayer Subsidies For Downtown Joliet Businesses?

The Joliet City Council will vote on a recommendation to create a fund for businesses impacted by the downtown's massive street repairs.

Joliet Vote To Raise Fuel Tax Nears, Merry Christmas, Motorists

Joliet's City Council will vote at Tuesday night's meeting to increase the amount of taxes motorists pay when pumping gas in Joliet.

Attorney Who Defeated Joliet Police In 2022 Trial Files New Lawsuit

Two years after defeating Joliet in a federal civil trial involving officer Nick Crowley, attorney Ian Barney has filed another lawsuit.

Joliet's HR Director Kathy Franson Improperly Fired Woman: Lawsuit

On or about December, 2018, Tamara Edmonson was hired by the City of Joliet as an accountant in the finance department.

Lauren O'Hara Will Not Make $184,378 As Joliet's New City Clerk: Sing

The city of Joliet's proposed budget posted online indicated that Joliet's city clerk would receive $184,378 in direct pay for 2025.

Cesar Guerrero Announces Slate For Joliet Township Government Races

The Democratic Party of Joliet Township has announced its slate of candidates for the April 1, 2025, township elections.

Mayor D'Arcy Votes To Raise Your Joliet Property Taxes, Here's Why

"We cannot continue to invest all these millions of dollars in health care for a couple of thousand people, I hate to say it," D'Arcy said.

Will County Board Elects New Leadership, Seats New Members

“I’m honored that my fellow County Board members have entrusted me to lead this body,” said Speaker VanDuyne.

City Hall Parking Lot Closed For Another Joliet Street Repair Project

The section of Des Plaines Avenue between the Jefferson Street Bridge and the Joliet Police Station is now closed thanks to Austin Tyler.

Reckless Driver Obliterates Joliet's City Entrance Once Again

Time and time again, motorists driving too fast South Center Street, near The Haley Mansion, crash into the city's entrance and destroy it.

Will County Judge Matthew Bertani Accepts New Judicial Role

“I am grateful to Justice Mary K. O’Brien and each of the Supreme Court Justices for this appointment."

Will County Chief Judge Election Results Are Revealed

"It is their dedication that makes the Court successful. With their help, I look forward to continuing our important work."

Joliet Tax Hike, Gasoline Tax Increase Proposed In 2025 Budget

Joliet's City Council will discuss the budget at Tuesday night's meeting. First-year city manager Beth Beatty wants your taxes increased.

321 New Homes, 76 Townhomes For Caton Farm Road: City Of Joliet

The city of Joliet plan commission will meet Thursday to review the proposed new Caton Farm Road subdivision being called Vista Ridge.

Ocean Massage On Caton Farm Road: Joliet City Council Approval?

The proposed business is within the Westriver Crossings shopping center at the southeast corner of Caton Farm Road and Essington Road.

No Liquor License For BP At Houbolt And I-80: Mayor D'Arcy Vows

Will Joliet turn into a dry town by the time Mayor Terry D'Arcy's tenure is over? The mayor wants the City Council to vote down the license.

Vacant Joliet Gas Station Near Airport Faces Liquor License Rejection

Joliet Mayor and Liquor Commissioner Terry D'Arcy wants the City Council to reject the proposed liquor license for Joliet Gas And Food.

Think You Can Beat Quillman, Clement or Guerrero? Here's Your Chance

Three at-large seats on Joliet's City Council are up for grabs in the non-partisan elections April 1, also known as April's Fools Day.

Cappel Leads Deane-Schlottman In 49th District: Election Results

Voters took to the polls to choose Democrat Meg Loughran Cappel or Republican Katie Deane-Schlottman as their 49th District senator.

Larry Walsh Jr. Pulls Ahead Of Jim Lanham In 86th District: Results

Republican challenger Jim Lanham sought to unseat Larry Walsh Jr. as representative of Illinois's 86th District.

Will County's Election Results For 2024 County, Judicial Races

Democrats were aiming to retain their power base of running Will County government politics and maintaining control of the courthouse.

Joliet OKs New Dunkin' Restaurant, Rejecting City Manager's Advice

Beth Beatty wanted Joliet's City Council to reject the proposed Dunkin' Restaurant at 600 Collins St., but the council disregarded her.

Joliet Voter Guide: What’s On The Ballot, What To Know

Polls open at 6 a.m. on Tuesday.

Larry Walsh Jr., Jim Lanham Eye 86th District Seat: IL 2024 Election

Voters will take to the polls to choose Democrat Larry Walsh Jr. or Republican Jim Lanham as their Illinois 86th District representative.

Cappel, Deane-Schlottman Vie For 49th District Seat: IL Election 2024

Voters will choose Democrat Meg Loughran Cappel or Republican Katie Deane-Schlottman as their 49th District state senator.

Veteran Support Center Coming To Former Silver Cross Campus In Joliet

Will County acquired the medical office building at 1300 Copperfield Ave in 2021. The VAC will occupy at least the first two floors.

Joliet Rededicates Route 66 Park: 8-Foot-Tall Steelman Statue Coming

“In 1991, the city initiated the ambitious Broadway Street Greenway project, aiming to enhance its northern gateway," Mayor D'Arcy said.

Political Signs In Joliet? You Better Obey These City Rules Or Else

Any signs posted in violation of these regulations will be deemed illegal and are subject to removal, disposal and possible fines.

3 Joliet Fire Department Ambulances Sold Off For $3: Here's Why

“We are incredibly grateful to the Joliet Fire Department for their generous donation of two used ambulances,” stated chief Lawrence Ewan.

Joliet Ousts 'Pedophile Palace' From Cunningham Neighborhood

John Sheridan and Jim Lanham met with Joliet Patch on Wednesday for a Facebook Live interview at the site of the new neighborhood park.

Dangerous Black Road Crosswalk Needs Action: YMCA Worker

Joliet YMCA employee Greg Piskur addressed the Joliet City Council at Tuesday night's meeting about the dangerous pedestrian intersection.

Mayors Want Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant To Win Re-Election : Endorsement

Bertino-Tarrant seeks to continue addressing crucial issues such as infrastructure development, economic growth, sustainability and safety.

City Council OKs $268,000 To Automate Ottawa Street Parking Deck

City of Joliet staff say they anticipated the new equipment will be installed and operational by early 2025.

Joliet Catholic HS Gym Finally Torn Down: Photos, Backstory

The gym was also used during the early 1990s when Plainfield High School used the property after the Aug. 28, 1990 tornado.

Pedophiles On The Move? Joliet Funds New Cunningham Neighborhood Park

Joliet's City Council voted on the new Cunningham Neighborhood Park that will be built for $100,000 at 1000 North Center Street.

Diverging Diamond For Joliet, Shorewood: Your Politicians Rejoice

Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton: "By improving access to this key area, we are helping businesses, families, and workers thrive in Will County."

Tram City USA? Mayor D'Arcy Wins Electric Tram For Downtown Joliet

Mayor Terry D'Arcy ripped into Joliet Patch during Tuesday's meeting. Patch had reported on 325 negative comments to Joliet's proposal.

Trams For Downtown Joliet? Beth Beatty Blasted By Patch Readers

At least 319 people made comments just on the Joliet Patch Facebook site. Joliet's City Council votes on Beatty's proposal Tuesday night.

Raises For Joliet City Council And Mayor: Yes Vote Nears?

Salaries of mayor, the Liquor Control Commissioner and City Council shall be increased by 2 percent annually on January 1 come 2028.

Joliet Buying $95,000 Motorized Tram For Downtown Joliet, Vote Nears

The 2024 Joliet city budget did not include a recommended expenditure of $95,000 for the purchase and associated upfit of a motorized Tram.