Jefferson Street Bridge Fixed, Reopening Just Days Away, But Here's The Bad News, Joliet

The bridge was closed May 14 for emergency repairs to replace equipment and electrical components.

Midland Avenue Closure For Water Main Project Won't Be As Long As You Think

The intersection of North Midland Avenue and Campbell Street will be closed.

Woman, 23, Killed In Joliet Township Crash: Coroner

The Crest Hill woman died early Sunday, the coroner's office said.

Coroner IDs Plainfield Man Killed In Joliet Head-On Crash

Two other people were critically injured in the crash.

Ruby Street Bridge Closing For 2 Months This Summer In Joliet: IDOT Reveals

Pretty soon the only way to get from the east and west sides of Joliet will be to parachute in or swim across the Des Plaines River canal.

Woman, 75, Dies After Jeep Crashes In Joliet Front Yard: Coroner

The driver, a 67-year-old man, was pronounced dead at the scene.

Joliet Man, 67, Dies After Jeep Hits Trees, Rolls Over In Front Yard: Joliet Police

The vehicle came to rest in the front yard of a home on Westminster Road.

Raynor Ave. Needs To Be Shut Down: But Why This Long?

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

Driver, 35, Suffers 'Medical Event' Crashes Into Joliet House: English

Here's what we know so far about the crash around rush hour at Larkin and Avalon.

Caton Farm Road Closing: Nobody Expected This Section Of Road To Close

The closure is expected to start the first week in June.

ComEd To The Rescue? Jefferson Street Bridge Out But Repairs Underway

Jefferson Street Bridge has been a part of Joliet's history for nearly 100 years. Joliet and state of Illinois have no plans to replace it.

Danger On Theodore Street: Will Joliet Activate New Traffic Lights?

A 58-year-old Joliet man, Ronald Favia, died in 2022 on Joliet's far west side when a car hit him as he rode his Harley-Davidson motorcycle.

Police Seek Eyewitnesses, Dash Cam Video Of Fatal I-80 Crash

A 36-year-old woman was killed in the crash and five children were seriously hurt.

How Safe Is Interstate 80 Bridge In Joliet Over Des Plaines River?

A minimum of one lane in both directions will remain open during inspections.

Black Road Water Main Project Starts Thursday And Lasts Until July

All work, including final pavement restoration, is anticipated to be complete by July 1, 2025.

Will County's 11 Road Projects For Summer 2025 Revealed

Projects for 2025 fall under three general categories – roadway reconstruction, intersection improvements, and road resurfacing

I-80 Lane Closures In Joliet For 2 Weekends Straight: Here's Why

The lane closures are needed to complete pavement patching and bridge deck repairs.

Closing Soon: Route 6 Bridge Over Canadian National Railyard In Joliet

A detour will direct traffic to Collins Street, U.S. 30 (Cass Street) and Gougar Road.

2 Driver Seriously Hurt In Plainfield Road Crash: Joliet Police

Joliet police reported a serious crash near Voyager Lane and Hennepin Drive.

Joliet: Broadway Street Lanes Will Be Shut Down Until November

With Broadway Street reduced to one lane this spring, summer and fall, Joliet's new Route 66 Park will not be the hot place for tourists.

Joliet Woman Killed In Essington Road T-Bone Crash ID'd: Coroner

The Joliet Police Department issued a traffic alert on Wednesday morning.

New Joliet Traffic Light Finally Ready To Handle Volumes Of Traffic

In March 2024, Joliet announced the installation of new traffic signals on Route 53 at Emerald Drive.

I-80 Traffic Closures In Joliet, Rockdale Are Emergencies

Crews are working to complete the repairs and reopen ramps and lanes as soon as safely possible, IDOT announced.

Six Corners Water Main Construction Project Next Week: City Hall

The trench areas in the six corners intersection will be temporarily patched with asphalt for approximately 4 weeks.

Pickup Driver Seriously Hurt In DUI Crash Involving Fuel Tanker: Cops

Police said the pickup truck became trapped underneath the tanker truck before 1 a.m. in Crest Hill.

I-80 Ramp Closures At I-55: Are They Forever? Here's What We Know

Channahon issued a social media bulletin on the village's Facebook page Thursday. It seemed like everyone in the world is sharing it out.

No More Blinking Red Lights In This Part of Joliet

Motorists and pedestrians are advised to use caution and when traveling through these intersections.

State Trooper Fatality: Wilmington Man Learns His 2 Formal Charges

The 69-year-old Wilmington motorist was responsible for ending the life of Illinois State Trooper Clay Carns on I-55, authorities said.

Jefferson Street Bridge Reopens After Being Hit By Barge: Joliet PD

As of just after 8 p.m., the bridge had reopened, Joliet police spokesman Dwayne English told Patch.

2 Eastbound Lanes Of Jefferson Street Will Close Over Next Few Days

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

Cass Street Bridge Will Close In Downtown Joliet, But Why This Long?

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

Pedestrian Killed In Larkin Crash ID'd: Coroner

Anyone with video footage or information regarding this crash investigation is urged to contact the Joliet Police Department Traffic Unit.

Major Crash Closes West Jefferson Street In Joliet

Joliet police are urging people to seek alternative travel routes and avoid this area along West Jefferson Street.

More Joliet Traffic Nightmares Announced As Halloween Nears

Drivers should be prepared for long delays and are reminded to slow down and use extreme caution when driving through the work zone.

Ruby Street Bridge Is Closing Down: IDOT Reveals Details

Drivers are urged to pay close attention to flaggers and signs in work zones, obey posted speed limits and be on the alert for workers.

Richards Street Next Up For IDOT: $20 Million Road Repair Project

More than 30 bridges will be rehabilitated or replaced, including those over the Des Plaines River.

Joliet's Chicago Street Closed For 5 Straight Weekends

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

ALERT: I-55, Route 59 Opening Celebration May Feature Gov. Pritzker

Both of the U.S. Senators for Illinois and Illinois Governor JB Pritzker could visit the Joliet area for the opening ceremony.

Weekend Closures On I-80 In Joliet Continues

To complete the work, one additional weekend ramp and lane closure will be required on eastbound I-80, as weather permits and announced in a

Fatal I-55 Crash Near Wilmington: Crash Victim Identified

Final cause and manner will be determined following autopsy, police and toxicological reports, according to Will County's coroner.