Joliet's Black Joy Parade: These Streets Must Be Closed For Traffic Control, Joliet Police Advise Everyone

Saturday marks the first time in nearly 15 years that the city of Joliet is bringing back the Black Joy Parade to honor Black Excellence.

Larkin Avenue, Seriously? City Of Joliet Makes Busy Thoroughfare Latest Target For Water Main Repairs

The water main replacement work for this section of Larkin Avenue is anticipated to be completed by August 15.

Your New Interstate 80 Bridge Over Des Plaines River Requires More Sacrifice From Motorists, IDOT Reveals

Work is anticipated to be complete by the end of 2028, with landscaping, bridge demolition and miscellaneous work extending into 2029.

Henderson Ave. Will Close Down For Joliet's Water Main Project, Length Of Closure May Surprise Some

Drivers are encouraged to seek alternative routes for the duration of the work.

Jackson Street Bridge Isn't Being Shut Down, But Joliet Motorists Will Dread Learning This News

After completion, the bridge will be returned to one lane in each direction. ​

Glenwood Avenue Street Repairs Will Last All Summer: City Of Joliet Reveals Why

If you have any questions, please contact the Public Utilities Department at (815) 724-4220.

Photos: Governor JB Pritzker Bringing Joliet Brand New I-80 Bridge, He Celebrates Construction's Underway

Some of the Chicago TV reporters were less interested in the I-80 Bridge. They asked JB Pritzker about the Chicago Bears' stadium plans.

I-80 Shutdown In Joliet After Significant Crash Near I-80 Des Plaines River Bridge

Do not try to get off at Larkin Avenue, Rockdale police advised.

You Do Not Want To Drive On Interstate 80 Through Joliet, Rockdale Today: Here's Why

The public can expect delays and should allow extra time for trips through this area.

New Interstate 80 Bridge Over Joliet's Des Plaines River Is Being Built: Here's Proof In These Photos

Joliet Patch returned to Joliet's southeast side along Water Street where dozens of people have been relocated for the new I-80 Bridge.

4-Vehicle Crash, 3 Taken To St. Joe's Hospital By Joliet Fire Department Ambulances At Black, Essington Roads

Joliet police were responding to a crash involving four vehicles.

Shorewood Motorist, 21, Killed In Sunday's Interstate 55 Wreck Before Sunrise Has Been Identified: Coroner

The fatal crash involved several vehicles all traveling in the same direction along southbound Interstate 55 between Joliet and Shorewood.

5 Vehicles Collide In Joliet Along Interstate 80, Near I-55, Illinois State Police On Scene

Thursday's wreck happened before 8 a.m.

Rockdale Crash Became A Fatality: Joliet Man, 41, Killed In Wreck After Crossing Center Lines Of Traffic

Tuesday's mid-afternoon crash happened along Route 6 not far from Brandon Road. Rockdale and Illinois State Police investigated the wreck.

Rockdale Crash Leaves Motorist Fighting For Survival, Route 6 Closed Down As Illinois State Police Arrive

Rockdale police and Illinois State Police are working Tuesday afternoon's crash along Route 6 near Joliet.

Major Joliet Collison On Plainfield Road: Police Reveal Why Box Truck Driver Was At Fault

Plainfield Road was closed for a brief period while officers investigated the crash and crews cleared the scene.

I-80 Death: 66-Year-Old Joliet Woman Identified After Crashing Into Wall Near Des Plaines River Bridge

Joliet Fire Department ambulance 1 responded to the emergency near the Des Plaines River Bridge along Interstate 80.

Raynor Avenue Being Shut Down: City Of Joliet Reveals Length Of Latest Street Repair Project

Drivers are encouraged to seek alternative routes for the duration of the work.

Emergency Sewer Repairs Will Close Traffic Lanes In Downtown Joliet

"We appreciate your patience and ask that you drive slowly and cautiously through any construction zone," the city of Joliet said.

Love's Truck Stop Means Joliet's New Lenox Road Closing For 3 Months: City Hall

The City appreciates the public’s patience and cooperation during this improvement project.

Joliet Passenger Killed In Red Light Crash On Houbolt Road Identified By Coroner

Joliet police say the Mercury's driver disregarded a red light and struck a semi-tractor trailer driven by a 68-year-old Palos Park man.

More Misery In Joliet: Broken Ruby Street Bridge Has No Timeline For Emergency Repairs

The closure is necessary to replace equipment and electrical components that failed Sunday afternoon.

I-55 Shutdown After Crash: Illinois State Police Reveal What Happened In Troy Township

The crash remains under investigation and there is no further information available at this time.

I-80 Joliet Interchanges Are Going Away For Next 3 Years, It's Finally Happening: IDOT Reveals

The interchange is one of six being rebuilt as part of the ongoing efforts to rebuild and modernize I-80 from Ridge Road in Minooka.

Senator Rachel Ventura Wrong, Brandon Road Bridge Won't Reopen In January: IDOT

Back on Sept. 14, 2023, Joliet Patch reported how Illinois Department of Transportation announced the Brandon Road bridge was being closed.

Brandon Road Bridge Closed 2 Plus Years: Senator Ventura Reveals When It Will Finally Reopen

On Sept. 14, 2023, Joliet Patch reported the Brandon Road Bridge over the Des Plaines River was closed as a result of a mechanical function.

'Joliet’s Water System Requires Strong Partnerships, Careful Planning:' City Manager Beth Beatty Announces

The Alternative Water Source Program represents a once-in-a-generation investment in Joliet’s infrastructure, city officials maintain.

ATV Fatality In Joliet Along Interstate 55 Overnight: State Police

ABC Channel 7 in Chicago broke the news regarding the first traffic fatality for the month of November in the Joliet area.

Joliet Woman Identified By Coroner After Jeep Crash With Semi On Broadway Street

Friday's fatality happened in the afternoon, prompting authorities to shut down Renwick Road between Crest Hill and Romeoville.

Driver Detained After Woman Struck By Vehicle In Walmart Parking Lot: Joliet Police

Residents are asked to avoid the area of the Jefferson Street Walmart as an investigation continues.

County Line Road Widening Project Gets Underway: Joliet Reveals Details Of Work

It is anticipated that construction of these improvements will be completed within 4 to 6 weeks, the city of Joliet pointed out.

Coroner IDs Wilmington Man Who Died In Joliet's Route 53 Crash With Semi-Tractor Trailer Making Turn

Identification of the deceased driver and the manner of death will be determined by the Will County Coroner’s Office, Joliet police say.

Cass Street Bridge Now Closed, But Not Forever, Just A Very Long Time

Two days after Joliet's Ruby Street was repaired, the Illinois Department of Transportation has closed down Cass Street's Bridge.

I-80 Shut Down After Crash: Illinois State Police

Illinois State Police made the announcement around 8 a.m. Tuesday.

Cass Street Bridge Will Close For More Than 1 Year: What Joliet Motorists Need To Know

After completion, all three lanes will reopen on the bridge with no posted weight restrictions.

Major Crash Closes Section Of Caton Farm Road: Joliet PD

All lanes were closed Saturday morning.

Pilot, 21, With Promotional Banner Lands Plane At Inwood Golf Course After Engine Failure

The single-engine aircraft made an emergency landing in a grassy area of Joliet's west side off McDonough Street.

I-80 Shut Down After 2 Semis Collide: Grundy County Sheriff

It happened Monday morning before 6 a.m.

Six Corners Road Work: Black Road, Ruby Street Shutdown Starts Tuesday

The pavement work is part of the Plainfield Road Water Main Improvement Project.

Woman, 83, Dies After Crash At Abraham Lincoln Cemetery

The woman was pronounced dead early Wednesday afternoon in Joliet.

I-55 Lane Closures Make Way For Travel, Freight Improvements

Construction as part of the Rebuild Illinois project is continuing in Will County starting at 9 p.m. Sunday.

IDOT To Open Lanes In Will County To Reduce 4th Of July Traffic

To minimize the expected congestion over the weekend, IDOT is halting non-emergency closures, but drivers should still expect some closures.