Joliet Spending $820,000 To Purchase Building Near Courthouse

The Joliet City Council will vote on the building purchase at Tuesday night's meeting. The address is 63 West Jefferson Street.

D'Arcy Has Lofty Plans For Several Gateways Into Joliet For 2024

Mayor Terry D'Arcy campaigned on improving beautification across Joliet. "And another thing, we're planting 900 trees this year," he said.

Mayor D'Arcy Talks Bo Dome, Truck Traffic, Repairing Relationships

"We've got 80,000 pound rigs flying down most of our streets downtown and how do we revitalize the downtown like that?" Mayor D'Arcy asked.

Terry D'Arcy's First Year As Mayor Of Joliet: How Did It Go?

In another Joliet Patch exclusive, Joliet's first-term mayor was interviewed at City Hall to discuss the pitfalls and challenges he faced.

Joliet Housing Authority To Occupy Former AT&T Building Near River

The downtown property overlooks the Des Plaines River. CEO Michael Simelton and his entire Joliet Authority staff would relocate here.

New Sign For St. Joe's? 'Jay & Lori Bergman Heart Hospital'

The proposed sign would be located on the north face of the hospital, facing Glenwood Avenue.

American Demolition Removes Notable Joliet Building: What Now?

Will County Government Offices at the old Sears building on Chicago Street could move here and a new Joliet City Hall could be built here.

Raise Joliet's Taxes? Layoff City Staff? Joe Clement Doesn't Want That

Economic development needs to be the top priority for the city of Joliet, at-large Joliet City Councilman Joe Clement pleaded.

Make $177,570 As Joliet's Media Engagement/Communications Director

Mayor Terry D'Arcy and city manager Beth Beatty have 13 full-time jobs at City Hall available if you're interested in working for Joliet.

You Need Over $10 Million To Buy Splash Station Property

Joliet's Park District has retained Coldwell Banker Commercial Real Estate Group's Nick Ferro and Keith Conroy to sell the Splash Station.

Old Will Co. Courthouse: American Demolition In Home Stretch: Photos

Patch previously reported American Demolition Corp. out of Carol Stream was awarded a $1.488 million contract to tear down the courthouse.

Micro Pantry At Township Government's Ozzie & Peggy Mitchell Center

Other micro pantries can be found at various locations throughout the Joliet area and beyond, including the Joliet Township Offices.

2 Family Dollars Want Packaged Liquor Licenses From Joliet

The Joliet City Council will vote on Tuesday night to reject the efforts by the Family Dollar company to sell alcohol on Larkin and on Cass.

Joliet's Economic Development Director Skipped Council Meeting

Three days before Beth Beatty got rid of him, Cesar Suarez failed to show up for the City Council meeting about the Plaza Inn & Suites.

Double Fatal At Infantry Drive: Joliet Sues Teenage Driver

Will County State's Attorney Jim Glasgow has filed no charges in the Feb. 18 traffic deaths of Joliet's "Buddy" Kretzler and Roxane Holt.

Crest Hill Mayor Responds To Stateville Demolition Announcement

We are also optimistic this announcement will end the speculation and uncertainty of the future of this prison site, Mayor Soliman said.

Stateville Prison Will Be Demolished: Governor Pritzker Announces

Based on assessments of each facility and land availability, it is anticipated that Stateville will be temporarily closed and demolished.

“Highly Recommended” Judge John Anderson Makes the Case for Experience

Anderson focuses on diversity, individual rights, and equal protections.

Shakeup At Joliet City Hall: Several Directors Are Out Of Jobs

Now that Joliet has a new city manager, Beth Beatty has begun implementing changes and that means some high-paid city officials are gone.

Once Homeless, Judge John Anderson Gives Back To The Community

The only “highly recommended” candidate for appellate court pursues justice in and out of the courtroom.

“Highly Recommended” Judge John Anderson is No Stranger to Adversity

Anderson “highly recommended” by Illinois Bar Association — the only one of seven appellate court candidates to receive this ranking.

Demo Of Old Will County Courthouse Hits Its Stride: 4 Photos

Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant was responsible for obtaining American Demolition to finally tear down the old courthouse.

Judge Dave Carlson Is Leaving Will Co. Courthouse: Here's Why

Carlson is the most high-profile presiding judge at the Will County Courthouse, overseeing the most serious felony crimes in Courtroom 405.

Broken Joliet Sidewalk Leaves Woman Hurt, City Sued By Victim

Gina Dyar has retained attorneys Whiteside & Goldberg to file a negligence lawsuit against Joliet. She was walking on the sidewalk in 2023.

Unsafe Demolition? Old Will County Courthouse Meets Wrecking Ball

Will County government is spending around $1.5 million to have the old 1969-era Will County Courthouse demolished in downtown Joliet.

Biden Administration Great For Will County, Joliet Area: Bertino

“Will County has received historic levels of federal funding under this administration,” said County Executive Bertino-Tarrant.

Joliet Historical Museum Faces $250,000 City Council Vote -Finally

The Joliet City Council has been asked to approve $250,000 to city funds to go toward the Joliet Area Historical Museum.

Goodbye Bakers Square, Hello Brand New Starbucks Restaurant, Joliet

Joliet Patch is often first to report important news from City Hall. Now, we're learning that Starbucks will build a new coffee shop.

Bad News For Marc Reid, Al Roechner In Don Dickinson's Lawsuit

Judge Brian Barrett has ruled in Don Dickinson's favor, allowing his lawsuit against Joliet's former chief and deputy chief to proceed.

Illinois State Police: New $76.5 Million Campus To Go Near Joliet

The new Illinois State Police state-of-the-art laboratory will replace the Joliet Forensic Science Laboratory built in 1964.

$425,000 Settlement After Crest Hill Police Sgt. Kills Matt Parks

Crest Hill Police Sgt. Terry Fenoglio refused to be interviewed by Will-Grundy's Major Crimes Task Force related to the March 2022 shooting.

Desiderio Becomes Joliet's New Deputy City Manager, Salary Revealed

Christa Desiderio has a long list of community groups and organizations she has been involved with dating back over a decade, Joliet noted.

Salem Village Sued Over Beating Death, Coroner Rules It 'Undetermined'

The family of Michael Pappas, who died in the laundry room on the sixth floor, filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Salem Village Nursing.

Manley Waits Until Snow Storm Rocks Joliet To Issue These Safety Tips

"To winterize your car, the NWS suggests keeping the gas tank as full as possible to reduce condensation buildup in the tank," Manley said.

Beatty Takes Over Joliet City Hall: Here's Why She Left Chicago

"Nobody knows the wonderful things that Joliet has to offer," Beth Beatty remarked. "I look forward to bringing my friends and family here."

Joliet A Sanctuary City? Council Must Declare It Is Not, Clement Vows

In the coming days, Clement wants Joliet's City Council to vote on the topic. His suggestion drew a long and loud ovation from the audience.

Joliet: Buses With Asylum Seekers Now Face Fines, Impoundment

The Joliet City Council and Mayor Terry D'Arcy have made it clear, asylum seekers are not welcome in the city of Joliet.

Ousted Joliet Police Chief Dawn Malec Gets 6 Figure Settlement

In September 2022, retired Joliet police lieutenant Dawn Malec filed her federal lawsuit against the city of Joliet and Jim Capparelli.

Another Car Wash On Route 59? Joliet Leaders Think So

The site is accessible from a private access road that runs north and south between the Walmart parking lot and the outlots along Route 59.

Another Used Car Dealership For Joliet? City Leaders Don't Think So

Joliet's City Council is asked to deny a special use permit for a proposed used car dealership located at 1101 N. Broadway Street.