Corie Walsh’s Defense Attorney Was Once Part of Casey Anthony’s Legal Team

By Maria Yazmin Garcia | Cookie’s World — Independent Digital News

Savvy Sliders Restaurant Coming To Joliet If City Council Approves This Location For Drive-Thru Permit

It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council approve the Drive Thru Permit for a Savvy Sliders Restaurant.

Jenna Menias, 6, Killed by School Bus in Frankfort: What Her Family Says Happened

By Maria Yazmin Garcia | Cookie’s World — Independent Digital News

Joliet West Culinary Students Serve Food At Joliet Fire Department's First Survivors Recognition Ceremony

The students represent the culinary arts program at Joliet West High School, part of a Career and Technical Education pathway program.

Deliver More Than a Meal: Volunteer with Meals on Wheels for Northern Illinois

Just two hours a week can change a local senior's life. Discover how rewarding volunteering with Meals on Wheels can be for your community.

What the Court Documents Actually Say About the Corie Walsh Murder Case

By Maria Yazmin Garcia | Cookie’s World — Independent Digital News

Man Jailed For 3rd Time In 2026 For Violating Stalking Order From Joliet Neighbors: Complaint

Labor Day weekend marked the third time that 64-year-old Kazimierz "Casey" Zaborski has been put in Will County Jail by Joliet police.

Joliet Drug Dealing Defendant Also Distributed Ketamine, Will County Prosecutors Outline In Complaint

Joliet police booked Daniel Stern into the Will County jail early Thursday morning. He remains in jail awaiting his first court hearing now.

Corie Walsh Ordered Detained as Defense Argues Psychosis in 2-Year-Old Son’s Death

By Maria Yazmin Garcia | Cookie’s World — Independent Digital News

Fight Breaks Out, Punches Thrown As Man, Woman Arrested Inside Will County Courthouse: Police

Sheriff's deputies were requested to respond to the third floor near Courtroom 301 of the Will County Courthouse regarding a disturbance.

Gang Suppression Unit Captures Deamontae Hunter Near Forest Park School In Joliet: Sheriff's Office

The Illinois State Police previously named Hunter as someone they were looking for in connection with the 2019 killing of Floyd Faint Jr.

Police Video: 'I'm Just Saying You Act Like I Just Killed Somebody, I'm Not Resisting, I'm Complying'

Patch has obtained more Joliet police body camera video. This one surrounds the Vine Street apartment building arrest of Alex Montgomery.

Joliet Man, 40, Hit By Car Dies After Getting Ride Home, Declining Medical Treatment: Police

The woman who took the injured man home after the crash is cooperating with Joliet police, and her vehicle was towed, officials said.

5 More Retail Tenants Unveiled In Addition To Joliet's New Dick's House Of Sport, Senator Durbin In Joliet

Today’s Rock Run Retail Groundbreaking Celebration brings more businesses and jobs to the Joliet region, Senator Dick Durbin proclaimed.

Joliet's Fatal Traffic Crashes: How Many Are Joliet Police Department Investigating These Days?

Patch obtained data for the last three years across the city of Joliet. Here's how things are trending.

Lawyer Faces Theft Allegations Of $348,000 From Her Downtown Joliet Law Firm Where She Was Managing Partner

The Illinois Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission issued a public complaint against Leslie Allred, a former managing partner.

Joliet Drama Guild: La Gringa, Powerful Spanish-Language Story Of Identity, Belonging Opens This Weekend

“Spanish-language theater deserves a place in our community,” remarked Samantha Ante of the Joliet Drama Guild.

Obituary: Robert Alan Cagann

His greatest legacy was the love he shared with his family and the lasting impact he made on those around him.

Obituary: Charles Herman Newland

Nearly 50 year employee with Caterpillar Inc passes away at the age of 85.

Obituary: Frank Delgado

His tender heart toward God and His word always touched our hearts.

4 Underage Juveniles Captured After Handgun, Backpack Incident On Summer Rose Drive: Cops

The victims were also allegedly struck about the head and face with a handgun, Joliet police revealed.

BMW Crashes Into Fence, Hits House On Raynor Ave, Teenage Driver Captured After Everyone Flees: Police

A City of Joliet building inspector determined that the residence sustained no major structural damage.

Mysterious Man Knocking On Doors, Windows Asking For Help Arrested By Joliet Police: Cops

Deonte Toliver was identified as the individual involved on North Eastern Avenue and was taken into custody without incident.

Man Jumped Out Bel-Air Motel Bathroom Window To Elude Joliet Police Before Capture: Cops

Officers say they located the Chevrolet Trailblazer in the parking lot of Fenton’s Motel at 2305 W. Jefferson St.

Flotsam River Circus drops anchor at McKinley Woods for free performance

Outdoor entertainment troupe will bring aerial acrobatics, circus acts, songs and silliness to the shore of the Des Plaines River.

Joliet Central JROTC Cadets Place 2,977 Flags in Remembrance of Sept. 11

We remember the first responders who ran toward danger while others were running away.

Obituary: Mark S. Littlejohn

He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, bowling companions, and all who had the privilege of knowing him.

$13.8 Million Award From Erin Zilka's Fatal Crash On I-55: Zilka Only 1 Percent Responsible, Judges Agree

In 2023, Will County Judge Dave Carlson found the ex-Joliet police officer not guilty in the Jan. 19, 2020 wreck that killed Chuck Schauer.

Law Firm Made Hundreds Of Thousands Defending Joliet, Prolonging Nicole Lurry's Out Of Court Settlement

This year, the widow of Eric Lurry, Nicole Lurry, worked out a $2.15 million settlement with the city of Joliet to end her federal lawsuit.

8th Floor Shooter On Western Avenue Captured By Joliet Police, This Is What Led To His Arrest: Cops

Preliminary information indicates that Sims and the victim were known to each other, Joliet police revealed.

Obituary: Lisa N. Lopez

As her children grew and her grandchildren came into her life, spending time with them became what mattered most to her.

Obituary: Michael K. St. Germain

Michael loved to travel alongside his family and they would explore new places together.

Obituary: John Sheridan, Sr.

John carried a deep love for the City of Joliet. He was a frequent voice at city council meetings, passionately sharing his views.

VIDEO: 77-Year-Old Allegedly Smacks Joliet Police With Patio Chair, Says, 'Both Of You Were Hitting My Son'

Concepcion Lopez, 77, became the oldest woman arrested by Joliet police in August. She was arrested, as was her son, Ernest, at her house.

Newest Joliet Police Department FLOCK Camera Controversy Lands 2 More Employees On Paid Leave

Joliet police acknowledged the internal affairs investigations in Friday afternoon's press release.

Obituary: James Allen Coffey

His memories, his loud laughter, and the love he gave so freely will be carried in the hearts of his family and friends forever.

Fired Will County Sheriff's Sniper Won His Job Back, But Has Lt. John Allen Returned To Sheriff's Facility?

On Jan. 27, 2025, the State’s Attorney for Will County issued a no-bill of indictment, the arbitrator's ruling from July pointed out.

Joliet Catholic Academy Announces Its 3 September Students Of The Month

Benjamin Alessio, son of Carrie and Joseph Alessio of Shorewood, is a graduate of Minooka Junior High School.

Joliet Payouts For Departing Employees: These 13 Retirees Cost Taxpayers $887,276 In 2026

Joliet Patch has a long history of being the only area news outlet to regularly produce in-depth stories examining City of Joliet spending.

Joliet Public Schools District 86 Employees Recognized

Over 185 Joliet District 86 Employees Receive Service Awards