Bolingbrook's "Citizen of the Year" recipient passes away at age 89.
Among his greatest pleasures were spending time outdoors gardening, grilling, and golfing.
Maureen will be remembered as a loving, faith-filled, and kind woman who touched the lives of those around her through her gentle spirit.
Illinois State Police said the collision between a car and a tractor-trailer occurred shortly after 3 p.m. Friday.
Her love of children and compassionate heart led her to major in Elementary Education and minor in Health Education.
One of the key builders of the then-College of St. Francis football program, has passed away unexpectedly.
She found great joy in spending time with family and friends, whether playing board games, cards, or joining in sports activities.
Greg Ruddy's Council memo indicates Joliet's new City Square Project is his reasoning for spending another $1 million in taxpayer funds.
Metropolitan Youth Symphony Orchestra (MYSO) presents its ‘Feeling New Strength’ winter concert on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 7:30pm
She will always be remembered for being a loving and selfless person who was always generous with her time, talents, and energy.
Outside of work, Jim found joy in the simple but meaningful pleasures of life.
Faith-filled, courageous and adventurous, John lived his life with quiet strength and unwavering commitment.
Brother John's Big Bad Mardi Gras Band performs at the Joliet Area Historical Museum's Indoor Theater on Friday, February 27th at 7pm!
The woman is four months pregnant; the defendant Leandro Garcia-Cornejo advised Joliet police he knew she was pregnant, prosecutors noted.
She was processed at the Joliet Police Department and subsequently transferred to the Will County Adult Detention Facility.
For union construction jobs, the Joliet Technology Center marks the biggest project since the Braidwood Nuclear Station was built in 1980s.
Video footage from the area showed a man exiting the vehicle with the bag and walking northbound through the alley, Joliet police noted.
Tickets are available to the public for purchase on Feb. 13.
Performers and instructors will be compensated for their time if selected for inclusion in the 2026 lineup.
She touched countless lives with her warmth, generosity, and selflessness.
Buy some nature-themed items now through Tuesday, Feb. 17, to get the discount. Shop at outsiderthreads.com. All proceeds benefit nature.
Hands of Hope has taken over the old ALDI building at 1820 West Jefferson Street. Most recently, it was a St. Vincent De Paul thrift store.
Joliet Public Schools District 86 is the third largest elementary school district in Illinois, serving 9,161 students.
Joliet District 86 School Board Takes Action to Close Marshall School
Tara Heine, 47, has been booked into Will County's Jail on three different occasions since Dec. 19.
Sister Grace was strongly dedicated to parish life and her ministry of prayer and presence.
His legacy endures in the hearts of all who were touched by his thoughtful actions and generous spirit.
Arrested by Joliet police, Andrew Lewis, 37, has three prior incidents of domestic violence, Will County's State's Attorney's Office noted.
Joliet Patch has produced numerous stories over the past decade involving the criminal activity of Thomas Love and his brother Kenneth.
Joliet District 86 January 2026 Students of the Month
Led by guitar icon Zakk Wylde, who rose to prominence through his work with Ozzy Osbourne, Black Label Society has toured the world.
He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in accounting and a minor in finance from the University of St. Francis.
The Original Baby's Cheesesteak & Lemonade opened this week in downtown Joliet at John Bays' Catholic Charities Building, 203 N. Ottawa St.
Retired Joliet Park District director Ted Brodeur stepped down as chief executive officer with Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Will County.
Dirksen, Gompers, Hufford, and Washington Students Advance to Will County Regional Spelling Bee
Feb. 4 marked the SAFE-T-Act hearing for Joliet first-degree murder defendant Gilbert Bernal, whose wife has been declared legally dead.
Four Joliet Central High School students will compete at Morris High School on February 14, 2026, after their strong regional performances.
Maverick Lewis, a Joliet Central junior, set a new Illinois record at the Illinois Target Archery Association State Indoor Championships.
Rodolfo Trujillo had been serving his second-degree murder sentence at the Illinois River Correctional Center.
Morris High School was the home of one of the last racist high school sports mascots and some people in their town were OK with that.