Officers reapproached the male at which time he began running away while holding the object in his pocket.
Joliet police conducted a traffic stop in the 300 block of South Chicago Street and before making the arrest of Marco Jasso-Camargo, 38.
Award winners will be announced later this spring.
Hours after community members joined Robert Long's mother in a search for the missing father of 7, police announced his body was found.
Robert Long, 37, was last seen alone standing outside building 316 at Riverwalk Homes, formerly Evergreen Terrace, more than a week ago.
The Troy Community Consolidated School District 30-C recognized its March 2024 Students of the Month at the monthly school board meeting.
Four other people were injured in the crash at Route 53 and Louis Road, which was the site of two other fatalities in November.
A window at Splish Splash Laundromat and a nearby brick wall, 1220 Richards Street, were struck by the gunfire, Joliet police say.
The event was held on Saturday, April 13, 2024, in the Pat Sullivan Center on the university’s main campus in Joliet.
Joliet police found 12-year-old Mya King unresponsive in a bedroom on the second floor of the home. She died three days later in Chicago.
The quick effort by Engine 3 to remove the metal container kept smoke limited inside the building, Joliet Fire Department officials noted.
A purveyor of good food, Tom took great pride in preparing wonderful meals.
Despite the shortness of her life, she left an impact on the ground she so dearly loved and in the hearts of those who so dearly loved her.
Retired President of Prairie Creek Grain Co., Inc. passes away at age 61.
Earl Payne, who is 66, spent three days in Will County's Jail after his Joliet police arrest. Now, he's been released under the SAFE-T-Act.
The 2024 Taste of Joliet is brought to you by D’Arcy GMC and the Joliet Park District.
Robert Long, 37, was last seen one week ago near the Riverwalk Homes property on North Bluff Street, where his mother lives.
More than 400 customers will visit Audiophil's new store for Saturday's annual Record Store Day, predicted Phil and Tiffany Johnson.
We all know students who excel in academic, fine arts or volunteer service. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Joliet.
The operators of Joliet's Route 66 Diner attended Tuesday's Joliet City Council meeting, making disparaging comments about their landlord.
He will be remembered for his loud and larger-than-life personality.
United States Air Force Veteran and long time Pharmacist with Jewel Osco passes away at age 87.
Distinguished administrator, writer, columnist and activist who cherished God and family above all.
"We will send an update today on the status of after school activities and athletics," District 204 school officials said.
The mother of Robert Long, 37, is organizing a volunteer search to begin at 10 a.m. Friday from 316 North Bluff Street in Joliet.
Six people were treated for minor smoke inhalation by Joliet Fire Department paramedics on the scene.
Shortly after William Paschall was arrested for the death of Salem Village resident Michael Pappas, Salem Village closed for good.
Giovan Jr.'s Pasta & Pizzeria flopped under new ownership, and went out of business in December 2022. Now, Joliet is gaining Harold's.
MYSO's free celebratory concert includes a Reunion Performance, Winning Composition, and World Premiere on May 1, 2024
Joliet area resident and Meals on Wheels in Joliet volunteer passes away at age 90.
All fans named Taylor or Travis will receive free entry into the ballpark with valid ID shown for a ticket at the Slammers Box Office.
Will County State's Attorney Jim Glasgow and his prosecutors worked out the plea agreement with Joliet killer, Christopher Beale.
Dedicated railroad worker and family man
Donte Wash tried to run from Joliet police but fell to the ground and continued to resist efforts to take him into custody, authorities say.
The City of Joliet is providing free valet parking to visitors on April 19, 20, 26, and 27 from 4 p.m. to midnight.
A longtime Joliet resident and Plainfield School District 202 custodian passed away at 75.
Grundy County sheriff's deputies pursued the fleeing suspect, who was wanted by Aurora police in the shooting of his wife.
The new school will be at 130 Woodlawn Avenue in Joliet. The school will open its doors with a new name in August.
At the time of the search warrant, Francisco Ortiz, 28, exited the house and was placed into custody without incident, Joliet police said.