Joliet Slammers Part Ways With Manager Mike Pinto, Who Collected 900th Career Win During 2025 Season

With Pinto’s steady leadership and proven ability to develop talent, the Slammers said they were well-positioned to build sustained success.

NASCAR Returns to Chicagoland Speedway with a Sold-Out Weekend of Thrilling Racing

Seven years after its last NASCAR Cup Series event, Chicagoland Speedway welcomed fans back for a Fourth of July weekend

NASCAR Returns To Chicagoland Speedway For Full-Throttle 4th Of July Weekend

Three days of racing, live music, family fun, and fireworks will mark the long-awaited return of NASCAR to Joliet July 3–5.

Race Fan Rally Returns to Joliet After Seven-Year Hiatus

Downtown celebration of NASCAR returns July 2 featuring fan favorites, entertainment, and a meet-and-greet with Kenny Wallace

NASCAR Returns to Chicagoland Speedway: Less Than a Month Away

After a seven-year absence, NASCAR returns to Chicagoland Speedway July 3–5, 2026, with three days of racing action.

Joliet Resident Wins National Pool Championship in Las Vegas: He's $10,000 Richer Now

Leonardo Lopez-Hernandez is a member of the local APA League in Joliet where he plays pool regularly.

NASCAR Returns to Chicagoland Speedway

Free April 21 tire test brings Cup and O’Reilly teams back to Chicagoland Speedway for first on-track action since 2019.

Baseball At Old Joliet Prison: Joliet Slammers Reveal Details, They're Returning To Prison In 2026

The exhibition game will adopt the name “The Big House Ballgame” to represent the long history of organized baseball played at the prison.

NASCAR Considering Return To Chicagoland Speedway In Joliet: Reports

NASCAR was “evaluating a possible return to Chicagoland Speedway for next year,” according to a business journal.

Chicago Area Marathon Runner Chasing Olympic Dreams While Fasting For Ramadan

"I debuted in 2 hours and 48 minutes, which is pretty fast for a first marathon. So that was super exciting," Sabrina Baftiri said.

NBA Champion Horace Grant to be Featured at Annual Brown & Gold Night

The USF fundraiser will take place inside the Pat Sullivan Center on the campus of USF on Tuesday, March 18.

Joliet Slammers Reveal 2025 Schedule, League Expands To 18 Teams

Mississippi, Gateway, Joliet, Schaumburg and Windy City are the five teams in the West.

World Of Outlaws Coming To Joliet For First Time Since 2017

The 3/8-mile dirt track will host The Greatest Show on Dirt for a doubleheader weekend, Friday-Saturday, Oct. 18-19.

Joliet Slammers Change Name For One Night Only

The Joliet Slammers will rebrand to the Joliet Slimers when they play against the Gateway Grizzlies.

Joliet Slammers Pitcher Sets Frontier League Record During Win

The Joliet Slammers will look to carry over their momentum on Saturday, on Throw Cancer in the Slammer Night. First pitch is at 6:05 p.m.

25 Photos: Bill Murray Bobblehead Night, Kids, Parents, Fans Had Blast

Joliet Patch produced several Facebook Live videos at Saturday night's game at Joliet Slammers stadium, including the Joliet Legion Band.

You've Waited For This: Bill Murray Bobblehead Day In Joliet

Bill Murray established his stardom in a string of successful films as Meatballs, Caddyshack, Stripes, Ghostbusters and Groundhog Day.

Slammers Drop Rubber Match Against Y’alls On First Responders Day

Joliet returns to Slammers Stadium Tuesday, July 2, for Barbie Night against the Evansville Otters. First pitch is at 6:35 p.m.

Slammers Shake Off Sunday Loss, Shut out Y'alls For Series Opening win

Joliet will go for its second straight series victory Saturday night, June 22, on Dog Day. First pitch is at 6:35 p.m.

Joliet Slammers Victorious After Rain-Delayed Game

The Slammers will aim to clinch a series victory over the Aigles on Wednesday, June 5, on Polish Heritage Night. First pitch is at 6:35 p.m.

Joliet Slammers Win On Princess Night With Thrilling 8-7 Victory

The Slammers will look to clinch a series victory tomorrow, Saturday, June 1, on Pride Night at Slammers Stadium. First pitch is at 6:05 p.m

Chicago Bears Hall of Fame Linebacker Mike Singletary to Speak at USF

The fundraising event will take place at the Pat Sullivan Center on the campus of USF on Thursday, Feb. 22.

New Manager For Joliet Slammers — And He's A Winner

During 14 seasons with Miners, Pinto had 13 winning seasons, seven playoff appearances, four division titles, and one Frontier championship.

Joliet Slammers Sued Again, Child Suffers Brain Injury: Lawyer

Grayden Rusnak, a child on a school outing, was hit by a baseball in the head as he sat on the first baseline near a Joliet Slammers dugout.

On the Beat With Rocket Pro Wrestling

Rocket Pro Wrestling returns to Joliet, Saturday, October 14. I interviewed Joey Roth and Steve Ahrendt about their situation.

Rocket Pro Wrestling Returns Saturday!

With Rocket Pro Wrestling returning this Saturday, I talked to Joey Roth and Roxi Heart to get an update on the state of RPW.

Baseball Bat Strikes Joliet Slammers Fan In Face: Lawsuit

The city of Joliet and the Joliet Slammers are now defendants in the new Will County lawsuit filed by baseball spectator Henry Brummel.

Joliet Teen Wins 4th Junior Olympic Boxing Championship

"Seeing this hard work pay off is such a great feeling," Joseph Awinongya Jr. said.

Jeremy Fears, Jr. Named Gatorade IL Boys Basketball Player Of Year

Fears has maintained a B average in the classroom. He signed a national letter of intent to play basketball at Michigan State University.

Joliet Native, Sky's All-Time Leading Scorer Quigley To Skip Season

Allie Quigley, the former Joliet Catholic and DePaul star, said her future is uncertain but called playing in Chicago "the joy of my life".

World Series Champion Manager Joe Maddon to Speak at USF Brown & Gold

The event will take place in USF’s Pat Sullivan Center on Monday, February 13.

Chicagoland Speedway, Closed 3 Years, Returns To Glory In September

The 31-event series will conclude at the Los Angeles Coliseum on Oct. 14.

Troy school observes Fire Prevention Week with Joliet firefighter

Troy Hofer Elementary School students learned lessons focused on safety 

On the Beat With Rocket Pro Wrestling

I interviewed Gunner Brave, Stever Ahrendt and Rion Skillz about Rocket Pro Wrestling. The trio gave great insight into the latest at RPW.

On the Beat With Timmy "Too Sweet" of Rocket Pro Wrestling

I interviewed Timmy "Too Sweet," ring announcer at Rocket Pro Wrestling. As a nonwrestler part of RPW, Timmy brings a unique perspective.

On the Beat With Joey Roth and Roxi Heart of Rocket Pro Wrestling

I interviewed Joey Roth and Roxi Heart about Saturday night and their future at RPW, as well as their newest endeavor outside of wrestling.

On the Beat at Rocket Pro Wrestling's Fall Brawl

I attended my first Rocket Pro Wrestling show and recap it here.

On the Beat With Grin of Rocket Pro Wrestling

I interviewed Grin, wrestling champ at Rocket Pro Wrestling. We covered a lot of topics, including the upcoming Fall Brawl on 9/10.

On the Beat With Jonny Nigh & Damien Grey

I interviewed Jonny Nigh and Damien Grey, tag team champs at Rocket Pro Wrestling. The duo discussed their careers and Fall Brawl on 9/10.

On the Beat With Bill Schelli of Rocket Pro Wrestling

I interviewed Bill Schelli, owner/promoter of Rocket Pro Wrestling. Bill discussed all things RPW, including the upcoming Fall Brawl (9/10)